After-School Art Instructor

Pay

$45-$65/hour

Schedule

Part-time · On-site

Program

Art

Location

El Cerrito, CA

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About the role

We are seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and dependable After-School Art Instructor to lead hands-on art and sculpture projects for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade in El Cerrito. The instructor guides students through fun, age-appropriate projects that may include painting, sculpture, papier-mâché, air-dry clay, collage, mixed media, recycled-material art, and creative building. You do not need to be an expert in every medium — we're looking for someone creative, patient, organized, and excited to help young children explore art and express their ideas. Responsibilities: Lead weekly after-school art classes for K-5 students. Teach engaging, age-appropriate sculpture projects. Introduce materials such as air-dry clay, papier-mâché, paint, cardboard, and recycled materials. Demonstrate techniques and break projects into simple steps. Encourage creativity, experimentation, and self-expression. Support different learning styles and abilities. Create a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment. Prepare, distribute, and clean up art materials. Communicate with program coordinators and school staff. Schedule: Weekday afternoons, 2 to 3 hours per week. Start date September 8, 2026.

What we’re looking for

Interest or background in art, sculpture, painting, ceramics, crafts, design, or mixed media. Enjoy working with elementary students. Creative, patient, positive, and dependable. Able to explain projects and instructions clearly. Comfortable leading and supervising a small group. Organized and comfortable managing art supplies and clean-up. Preferred: Study in Studio Art, Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Art Education, Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field. Experience with children through tutoring, camps, after-school programs, childcare, mentoring, or coaching. A background check is required prior to employment.