Children's Art Instructor - Denver South

About the Role

We’re looking for talented, enthusiastic art instructors to teach our exciting, new Kidcreate Academy art curriculum that helps students build real artistic skills over time. The role is ideal for educators who enjoy working with children and can confidently teach foundational art techniques in a fun, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Art Skills: You should have a strong foundation in drawing, painting, color theory, and composition. A PDF art portfolio of 5-10 works or a portfolio website that demonstrates the above skills is required with the application.
• Experience: Preferred candidates have experience teaching or working with children, are comfortable leading groups and managing a classroom, and are able to teach art techniques and build skills.
• Education: Ideal candidates will have a degree or coursework in Art Education, Fine Arts, Design, or a related field is preferred. Art teachers, teaching artists, private art tutors, and/or art education students are encouraged to apply.

What You Will Do

• Teach structured art lessons that develop skills progressively over time
• Facilitate engaging classes for children of various ages (4-12 years) and skill levels
• Demonstrate drawing, painting, and other art techniques
• Break complex skills into clear, age-appropriate steps
• Provide constructive, encouraging feedback to students
• Manage classroom behavior and create a positive learning environment

Benefits & Perks

• We provide the entire curriculum for our instructors. No development necessary or lesson planning necessary. All lesson plans and art supplies are provided.
• 10-25 hours a week. If you want more hours, we can talk about additional opportunities for teaching and studio support.
• If you love it, build a career with Kidcreate. We promote from within for all full-time positions!
• You are paid for prep time, class setup, class time, and clean-up time.
• Paid training as we prepare you for the best job ever!
• Mileage reimbursement
• A very flexible schedule
• Discount on retail items
• Discount on classes, camps, and parties for family members
• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement

Pay

$22.00 - $25.00 per hour