Assistant Director of Education

Art Education Assistant Director - Full Time

One River School of Art + Design invites motivated educators to teach, mentor, and collaborate with practicing artists in a creative community.

• Teach art and / or digital design classes: teach weekly art and / or digital art classes and summer camps for a variety of ages and media.
• Ensure student success: actively engage with students and teachers to observe, document, and communicate progress and growth opportunities.
• Provide hospitality service & communication: conduct proactive check‑ins with parents, students, and families, support makeup scheduling, discuss progress and upsell additional classes / camps.
• Implement One River methodology curriculum: provide teachers with lesson plans and resources on time, implement the One River Method in each class, and contribute to lesson plan development.
• Run a best‑in‑class studio: order and re‑stock art supplies, clean and organize studio spaces and student artwork, and oversee digital lab maintenance.
• Student exhibitions: collect, curate and install school & community exhibitions; plan and prompt opening receptions for student shows and support parties and special events.

• BA/BS in Visual Art, Art Education or Design (Master’s a plus) or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of experience teaching visual arts for K–12 and/or adults.
• Digital lab maintenance experience.
• Track record of high‑quality instruction, classroom management, and student progress.
• Inventory management experience.
• Clear communicator, organized, and energized by a busy studio environment.
• Passion for art history, contemporary art and a “students‑first” mindset.

• Company contributes to health coverage (multiple plan options)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401K Program
• Training & Development; promotion opportunities in a growing organization
• Structured onboarding, ongoing training and a clear playbook
• Free One River classes for you and real career paths as you grow

This is a full‑time position: 40 hours a week, including two evenings a week and either Saturday or Sunday. Salary: $53,000–$60,000 base + quarterly bonus eligibility.

One River is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, pregnancy or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.