Teaching Artist / Art Instructor Art First Arte Primero Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Part-time | Contract $15 - $17 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Behavior management Spanish Youth programs teaching experience Interpersonal skills Employee relationship building English Working with students Teaching experience with young children Training Classroom Teaching Student engagement classroom management Stakeholder relationship building Camp experience Full Job Description Teaching Artist / Art Instructor Do you love art, creativity, and inspiring others? We are seeking talented, energetic, and dependable Teaching Artists to join our growing team. This position includes teaching summer camps, after-school programs, art workshops, paint parties, community events, team-building experiences, and special art programs for children, teens, and adults.

What You Will Do:

Teach engaging art classes and creative experiences Lead projects in drawing, painting, watercolor, acrylics, mixed media, clay, crafts, and other art forms Inspire creativity, confidence, and self-expression Assist with summer camp, field trips, after school and special events Prepare and organize supplies and materials Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment Represent the organization professionally in public settings Build positive relationships with students, families, and team members

Required Qualifications:

Must be punctual and consistently on time Must be reliable and dependable Comfortable speaking and teaching in front of groups Comfortable teaching art to children, teens, and adults Positive, professional, and energetic personality Strong communication and classroom management skills Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment Ability to work independently and as part of a team Passion for creativity, education, and community engagement Ability to pass a background check

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous teaching experience Experience working with children Experience teaching drawing, painting, watercolor, acrylics, clay, mixed media, and other specialty art forms Bilingual English/Spanish a plus Driver's license and reliable transportation preferred

Schedule:

After-School Programs:

Monday-Friday 2:00-5:30

Paint Events:

Weekday afternoons, evening and weekend events available Flexible scheduling opportunities

Compensation:

Pay based on teaching experience. Willing to train the right artist willing to learn in a creative, supportive, and inspiring work environment Who Thrives in

This Role:

This position is ideal for artists, art educators, college art students, creatives, and individuals who genuinely enjoy working with people and helping others discover their creativity. This is not a full-time position. Artists who show up on time, take initiative, bring positive energy, and are committed to creating meaningful experiences through art to children and our community!

To Apply:

Please submit: Portfolio or examples of artwork Brief description of your teaching experience and favorite art medium.

Pay:

$15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person