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Part-Time Art Teacher, Art Instructor, Teaching Artist: Madison, WV
Love art and working with kids, but not looking for a traditional full-time teaching position?
ArtCart is looking for creative, energetic Art Teachers and Teaching Artists to bring hands-on art experiences directly into local elementary school classrooms.
This is a great part-time opportunity for artists, art educators, substitute teachers, or anyone with experience working with children who wants a fun and meaningful daytime schedule.
ArtCart provides the curriculum, lesson structure, training, and support. You bring your creativity, enthusiasm, and ability to connect with students.
Our instructors travel to assigned schools and lead engaging art lessons that introduce students to a variety of materials, techniques, artists, and creative processes.
What You’ll Do
- Teach engaging, hands-on ArtCart lessons in elementary and/or middle school classrooms
- Guide students through painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media, and other creative experiences
- Encourage creativity, experimentation, and confidence rather than focusing on a “perfect” finished product
- Prepare and organize lesson materials and supplies
- Create a positive, energetic, and inclusive classroom environment
- Communicate with classroom teachers and school staff
- Help display and celebrate student artwork
- Participate in paid training, workshops, and occasional ArtCart events
- Coordinate your assigned school schedule with the ArtCart team
Who We’re Looking For
You may be a great fit if you:
- Have experience working with children in education, childcare, tutoring, camps, after-school programs, coaching, mentoring, or similar settings
- Love art, creativity, and working with children
- Have experience in visual arts, fine arts, education, childcare, or another creative field
- Are comfortable speaking in front of and leading groups of students
- Are dependable, organized, energetic, and able to work independently
- Enjoy traveling to different schools and meeting new students and teachers
- Can adapt lessons for different ages, abilities, and learning needs
Previous classroom teaching experience is helpful, but not required. Training and curriculum support are provided.
Position Details
- Job Type: Part-time
- Hours: Weekdays during school hours
- Schedule: Flexible based on school assignments and instructor availability
- Location: In person at assigned local schools
- Travel: Local/regional travel to assigned schools
- Training: ArtCart curriculum and instructor training provided
Why Teach With ArtCart?
- Make a meaningful impact without managing a traditional classroom full time
- Spend your workday making art and inspiring kids
- Flexible part-time daytime schedule
- Ready-to-use curriculum and lesson support
- Opportunity to work in multiple schools and communities
- Supportive team of artists and educators
- Help students experience art education they may not otherwise receive
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- What is your fine art experience? What materials and techniques have you used? Have you worked with children and in a learning environment?
Experience:
- working with children: 1 year (Required)
- art: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- drivers license with own car (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $25