Director of Visual Arts Education

Director of Visual Arts Education – Full‑time

Manhasset, NY

$65,000 – $80,000 per year

Teach and mentor motivated students, work alongside practicing artists in a creative community, and grow with a team that invests in your development from day one.

• 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 and 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 lesson plans/resources on time, implement the methodology in each class, and contribute to lesson plan development regularly.
• Run a best‑in‑class studio:
  Order and restock 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 related special events.

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

• Company contribution to health coverage (multiple plan options)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) 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

• Full‑time, 5 days per week with regular weekend (Saturday or Sunday) teaching hours.
• Salary: $65,000–$80,000 base + quarterly bonus eligibility.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Education and Training

One River is an Equal Opportunity Employer institution 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.