Visual Arts Instructor

Job Details

Job Location:

The Fine Arts Association - WILLOUGHBY, OH 44094

Position Type:
Part Time

The Visual Arts Instructor is responsible for planning and delivering engaging visual arts instruction that fosters creativity, artistic skill development, and self-expression in students ranging from age 6 through high school. The instructor will provide age-appropriate education in a variety of visual art disciplines, including creative painting, drawing, cartooning, comic book illustration, and digital art using Procreate, while supporting the mission and values of the Fine Arts Association.

• Develop and implement creative and educational visual arts curriculum for students ages 6 through high school.
• Teach a variety of visual arts disciplines, including painting, drawing, cartooning, comic book creation, character design, and digital illustration using Procreate.
• Adapt instructional methods and projects to meet the developmental needs and skill levels of diverse learners.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment that promotes creativity, confidence, and artistic exploration.
• Demonstrate artistic techniques and provide constructive feedback to support student growth and achievement.
• Prepare lesson plans, organize materials, and maintain a clean, safe, and well-equipped classroom and studio environment.
• Supervise students during classes, workshops, camps, exhibitions, and special events to ensure safety and appropriate behavior.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, guardians, and Fine Arts Association staff regarding program expectations and student progress, when appropriate.
• Assist in the planning and presentation of student artwork for exhibits, showcases, and community events.
• Maintain attendance records and other documentation as required by the Fine Arts Association.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities as requested.
• Support the mission, values, policies, and procedures of the Fine Arts Association.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, Illustration, Graphic Design, Digital Arts, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience teaching visual arts to children and adolescents required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in traditional visual arts techniques, including drawing and painting.
• Experience or proficiency in cartooning, comic book illustration, and character design preferred.
• Experience using Procreate and digital illustration tools preferred.
• Ability to engage and motivate students of varying ages, abilities, and artistic backgrounds.
• Strong classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and families.

• Ability to sit, stand, and move for extended periods during classes and events.
• Ability to lift, carry, and set up art supplies and equipment weighing up to approximately 25 pounds.
• Ability to engage in physical activity consistent with instructional interventions.
• Fine motor skills sufficient to demonstrate artistic techniques and utilize digital art tools and equipment.
• Work is performed in a combination of classroom, studio, and community-based settings.
• Exposure to moderate noise levels associated with studio equipment and group activities.

Part-time