Youth Visual Arts Instructor (Contract)

Hopkinton Center for the Arts | 98 Hayden Rowe St., Hopkinton, MA

 

About the Position:

 

The Hopkinton Center for the Arts is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced visual arts instructor to teach several of our core visual arts classes at the elementary level. Our core classes introduce young artists to a broad range of media, techniques, and skills in a sequenced, age-appropriate way. We are looking for a teacher who can bring both strong studio skills and a passion for working with kids.

Our youth visual arts classes run in the fall, winter, and spring semesters. Classes for this age group are typically 1-1.5 hours on weekday afternoons and on weekends. Additionally, we offer a full summer program that runs from June through August, with half-day and full-day teaching opportunities available.

Job Description:

 

• Teach weekly after-school visual arts classes for grades 2-3 and 4-5 on Mondays and Thursdays in the fall, with the potential to add more classes in future semesters.

• Deliver age-appropriate instruction with a core focus on drawing, painting, and sculpture (non-ceramic), while also introducing students to additional media such as printmaking, mixed media, collage, and more.

• Manage the classroom using positive, consistent behavior management strategies

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, learning styles, and skill levels.

• Prepare materials and maintain a safe and organized studio classroom

• Collaborate with fellow instructors and HCA staff as an active, supportive member of our visual arts teaching team

 

Job Requirements:

 

• Experience teaching visual arts to elementary school students (non-traditional experience welcome)

• Professional working experience as an artist, educator, or in a related creative field

• A strong portfolio demonstrating skill across multiple media

• Classroom management skills and a calm, positive presence with kids

• Reliability, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit

 

Hiring Process and Onboarding:

 

Candidates will be asked to:

• Submit a résumé, portfolio (or link to their website/social media page displaying their work)

• Prepare a sample lesson plan and teach a 30-minute demonstration lesson prior to hiring

• Attend paid training and meetings, including: shadowing classes, behavior management training sessions, and quarterly visual art department meetings. 

 

Compensation:

• Pay is $35-40/hour, commensurate with experience.

 

To Apply:

 

Send your résumé, portfolio (or link), and a brief cover letter to beth@hopartscenter.org by August 10th.

We welcome course proposals at any time. If you would like to teach art, music, theater, ceramics or dance at the HCA, fill out the following form. All positions are contract (1099) positions. 

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HCA CLASS PROPOSAL FORM >

The HCA is seeking experienced ceramics instructors for children ages 7-14 and adult students. During the school year, classes typically occur once or twice a week. During the summer, the youth classes are one-week programs Monday-Friday, and the adult classes are still once or twice a week. Candidates should have at least two years of ceramics teaching experience, and for those interested in teaching kids, a good rapport with children. 

 

How To Apply:
Interested candidates should send an email outlining their ceramics teaching experience to Stephanie Madden, Director of Programming at stephanie@hopartscenter.org.

 

Apply by:
Rolling basis until position is filled.

The HCA is seeking dynamic instructors with a strong background in PERFORMING or VISUAL ARTS to join our summer program. The duties will include executing the curriculum for the week, managing the classroom, overseeing assigned teaching assistants and volunteers, amongst other responsibilities.
 

Qualifications:

• Background with the performing arts is required.

• Must work well with all ages of children from 4–17 years old.

• A minimum of 3 years of professional teaching experience.

• A lot of patience and a sense of humor is essential!

• Must have a clear CORI and ESORI

• Ability to consistently arrive on time to the HCA at 98 Hayden Rowe Street, Hopkinton MA

 

How To Apply:
Interested candidates should send an email stating why you want to work the summer art program at the HCA, your resume and professional references to Stephanie Madden, Director of Programming at stephanie@hopartscenter.org.

 

Apply by:
Rolling basis until position is filled.