Studio Teacher

Clayton Services is searching for an energetic and engaging Studio Teacher to join a growing, family-focused business in the Houston Heights area. The Studio Teacher will lead interactive arts and enrichment classes for young children while creating a fun, welcoming, and memorable experience for children and their families.

This position is ideal for someone with a naturally outgoing personality who enjoys working with children and is comfortable singing, dancing, being playful, and bringing plenty of energy to every class.

Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Pay Rate: $18.00/hour
Schedule: Part-time;
Hours vary based on class schedule; some evening and weekend availability may be needed
Location: Houston Heights; 100% onsite

Studio Teacher Responsibilities:

• Lead scheduled children's arts, enrichment, and activity-based classes in an engaging and enthusiastic manner.
• Create a positive, energetic classroom environment that keeps children actively participating throughout each class.
• Use music, movement, singing, dancing, storytelling, characters, and other creative techniques to engage children.
• Prepare and organize class materials, activities, and projects prior to scheduled classes.
• Set up and break down classroom spaces and ensure materials are ready for each session.
• Manage classroom behavior while maintaining a safe, positive, and organized environment.
• Adapt activities and communication styles based on children's ages, personalities, and engagement levels.
• Communicate professionally and positively with parents and caregivers before and after classes.
• Help create a welcoming experience that encourages families to return for future classes and activities.
• Assist with studio events, pop-up activities, seasonal programs, promotions, and other special events as needed.
• Monitor art, activity, and enrichment supplies and communicate inventory needs to studio leadership.
• Maintain clean and organized classrooms, activity areas, and supplies.
• Follow established studio procedures, class schedules, and safety guidelines.

Studio Teacher

Skills and Abilities

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• Naturally outgoing, enthusiastic, playful, and comfortable performing in front of groups.
• Ability to confidently lead and maintain the attention of a room of young children.
• Comfortable singing, dancing, using different voices or characters, and being silly to encourage participation; professional performance experience is not required.
• High energy level with the ability to remain enthusiastic and engaged throughout an entire class.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with both children and adults.
• Creative and adaptable with the ability to make activities fun and engaging.
• Patient and comfortable working with children with different personalities and levels of participation.
• Dependable and punctual with strong time-management skills.
• Ability to prepare materials and maintain an organized classroom environment.
• Flexible availability based on the studio's class and event schedule.
• Reliable transportation to and from the studio.

Studio Teacher Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with children in education, childcare, camps, recreation, performing arts, children's programs, or a similar environment is preferred.
• Teaching or classroom experience is a plus but not required for candidates with the right personality and ability to engage children.
• Experience in dance, music, theater, art, cheer, gymnastics, camps, children's entertainment, or other performance-oriented activities is a plus.
• Must be able to successfully complete a background check.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.

Studio Teacher - Immediate need. Apply today!