Afterschool Mixed Media Instructor

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Mixed Media Art Instructor for our afterschool program at Brunswick School. This position offers the opportunity to inspire and educate young children (Pre-K through 2nd Grade) in a dynamic and engaging environment. We are looking for individuals who have a strong grasp of multiple art mediums, especially clay making, and can foster creativity and a love for art among students.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Actively engage and motivate students during art lessons and activities.
• Develop your own art curriculum that fosters creativity and hands-on learning.
• Create lesson plans that are engaging for children in Pre-K through 2nd Grade.
• Work with various art mediums, with a special emphasis on clay making.
• Collaborate with the admin to manage student progress and behavioral expectations.
• Communicate effectively with management regarding student and program-related matters.
• Utilize company-wide digital platforms to perform administrative tasks (e.g., taking attendance, submitting incident reports as needed, etc.).
• Maintain and promote student organization of art materials and supplies.
• Foster a vibrant, inclusive, and fun learning environment by consistently offering a positive and enthusiastic approach to teaching.

This is you:

• Experience working with students, preferably elementary age.
• Punctuality and reliability are a must!
• Ability to clearly communicate rules and expectations to children is essential.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills are highly valued.
• A high level of professionalism and motivation is expected.
• A neat and professional appearance is appreciated.
• Ability to develop and implement age-appropriate art curriculum.
• Proficiency in multiple art mediums, particularly clay making.

The Schedule:

• Day: Monday to Friday (part-time availability)
• Time: 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM (broken into two sessions: early session 3:30 PM-5 PM and late session 5 PM-6:30 PM)
• Season begins September 9th; we are looking for candidates who can commit for the full 2024-25’ school year.

The Location:

• The Brunswick School
• 189 Brunswick St, Jersey City, NJ 07302

The Application Process:

Please apply here or email your resume outlining your teaching experience and passion for working with elementary-aged students to ps166admin@amazingathletes.com.

Join our team and make a positive impact on the youth! We look forward to receiving your application

Requirements

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Art Education, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Teaching experience, preferably with elementary-level students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate young learners.
• Experience in curriculum development. (preferred)
• At least 1 year of teaching experience, preferably with elementary-level students. (preferred)
• Strong background in various art mediums, with a focus on clay making. (preferred)

Benefits

• Compensation: $30-40 per hour, depending on experience
• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering the next generation.
• Grow personally and professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Enjoy the unique opportunity to combine your expertise with creative teaching methodologies.