Special Needs Animation Teacher

About the role

Join One River School of Art + Design to 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.

Responsibilities

• Review the lesson plans prior to your scheduled class time.
• Address any questions or concerns with your supervisor.
• Arrive 10 minutes early for your scheduled class to prep for your students and welcome new students before class begins.
• Stay 5 minutes after class to clean up the studio / lab. This includes sweeping the floor and wiping the tables / chairs as needed.
• Inform your supervisor a minimum of 2 weeks in advance of of any upcoming absences.
• Attend seasonal training sessions both virtually and in person.
• Clock in and clock out daily within the time & attendance guidelines.
• Take attendance consistently in each class you teach.
• Document student outcomes and document whether student’s have completed their project on the roster.
• Properly clean and store art supplies.
• Educate your students on how to take proper care of the art supplies and assist them in the cleaning process as class is wrapping up.
• Meet with your supervisor regularly to review student outcomes, discuss how to ensure you are delivering the highest quality experience and participate in seasonal teacher evaluations.
• Ensure that classroom behavior is properly managed for the safety and quality experience of all the students.
• Address concerns with students who exhibit any inappropriate issues with behavior, language or general concerns.
• Bring any unresolved issues to your supervisor for additional support or communication with guardians.
• Notify your supervisor of any student’s who should be graduated to a more advanced class, or the class does not seem like a proper fit.
• Attend student exhibitions to celebrate your student’s successes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Visual Art, Art Education or Design (Master’s a plus)
• Training or certification in special needs education
• 3+ years experience teaching visual arts for K–12 and/or adults with special needs
• 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 contemporary art and a “students-first” mindset

Benefits

• Accrued sick pay
• 401K Program
• Training & Development
• Structured onboarding
• Ongoing training
• A clear playbook
• Free One River classes for you and real career paths as you grow

Schedule & Compensation

• This is a part-time position with evening and weekend hours
• Hourly pay of $30-$40