Fine Arts Portfolio Teacher

Established in 2015, the Artist lab is a vibrant and expansive art studio located in Irvine. Originally founded as the “Little Artist Lab” in Tustin, our studio quickly earned the trusted and admiration of art-loving families in our communities. In a few short years, our reputation has grown immensely, attracting over 600 families each week from across Orange County.

We are looking for a passionate Fine Art Teacher to inspire and guide high school and adult students in drawling and painting. The ideal candidate has a strong art portfolio and expertise in a variety of mediums, including pencil/graphite, pen and markers, colored pencils, oil pastels, watercolors, tempera, acrylics, and oil paints. You will help students develop their technical skills, creativity, and artistic vision while providing clear instruction, guidance, and support in a fun and engaging classroom environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

· Instruct and guide a classroom of 3-10 students (high school age and above), while adapting lessons to meet each student’s artistic skill level, safety, and emotional needs.

· Teach and demonstrate techniques across multiple mediums, including pencil/graphite, pen and markers, colored pencils, oil pastels, watercolors, tempera, acrylics, and oil paints.

· Guide students in developing creativity, imagination, and technical skills by supporting advanced project concepts and refined artworks across diverse mediums.

· Instruct students in selecting materials and following step-by-step instructions, emphasizing, how factors like color, texture, balance, size and symbolism bring their creative ideas to life.

· Take pride in keeping the classroom and art supplies clean and organized, while teaching students to care for and use materials responsibly.

Qualifications:

· Minimum of 3 years teaching experience in Fine Arts with high school age students or older

· Submission of a completed portfolio showcasing relevant work.

· Hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or Master of Fine Art (MFA) degree

· Available to work weekday evenings and Saturdays

Perks:

· Flexible schedule that works around your other responsibilities

· Curriculum provided, so you can focus on teaching and creativity

· Fun, collaborative, and creative work environment

Compensation: $20- $29 per hour based on experience and skill level

Check us out below!

https://www.theartistlabs.com/

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 01 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• Do you now or in the future require sponsorship?
• Do you hold a Bachelor in Fine Art or Master in Fine Art?
• Are you able to submit a completed Fine Art Portfolio showcasing relevant work?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $29