Current Openings:
We are currently looking for 2+ teaching artists, one to lead our high school portfolio class that takes place on Saturdays and one to lead our Drawing and Painting class on Mondays (schedule may be adjustable depending on the applicant’s schedule). In the coming semester (Fall 2023), there will be 17 classes total (once a week) with classes beginning on August 28th and running until December 16.
Position: Teaching Artist for Drawing and Painting Class
Starting Date: 8/28/2023The painting class curriculum is designed for preteens and teens as part of our Visual Thinking class series, which has been largely shaped by the instructors and their practice. Students in this class have explored drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, and performance and are open to creative methods of learning that emphasize creative thinking and problem-solving in the form of art. We are particularly looking for someone with a strong painting background to lead this class in the Fall 2023 semester. This class aims to highlight contemporary methods of drawing and painting while providing foundational skills as a tool for students to utilize in developing their visual language and interdisciplinary projects. The class size is about 6-10 students and runs for 2 hours per session.
Qualifications
- Artist with experience in and passion for art education
- Strong skills and background in drawing and painting
- Class management skills with students from different levels and backgrounds
- Good communication skills
- Open-minded
- Ability to create a safe and joyful learning environment
Compensation
- Compensation starts at $30 per hour. The rate is negotiable depending on the level of experience and expertise.
- Each class provides 30 minutes of paid preparation time.
Benefits
- We are an artist-run space and support our artist-educator team by providing free access to our studio space and firing services at a discounted rate.
- All teaching artists and staff get a 50% instructional discount on our artist-led workshops. (more info about our past workshops is on our website)
- We are working to bring more resources to the Drawwing Cabinet team as we expand and grow.
How to Apply
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis. If you are interested in this position and meet all of the requirements, please fill out the interest form and we will get back to you ASAP. Thank you!
Link to Teaching Artist Interest Form
Position: Teaching Artist for High School Portfolio Class
Starting Date: 8/28/2023This class is focused on portfolio development, college application, and submissions for art competitions. Students in this class work with various mediums and materials (such as painting, sculpture, installation, animation, game design, etc) and have crucial goals and deadlines to meet to ensure a successful college application. This class is designed for teen artists who are looking to expand their current art practice and build into a strong portfolio. The class size is about 8-10 students and runs for 3 hours per session on Saturdays.
Qualifications
- Artist with experience in and passion for art education
- Strong skills and background in drawing, painting, and/or sculpture
- Class management skills with students from different levels and backgrounds
- Project management skills in organizing and tracking students’ progress to ensure timely project delivery
- Good communication skills
- Open-minded and has the ability to create a safe and joyful learning environment
- Knowledge and experience with the US college application system preferred
- Experience in teaching and working with highschoolers preferred
Compensation
- Compensation starts at $35 per hour. The rate is negotiable depending on the level of experience and expertise.
- Each class provides 30 minutes of paid preparation time.
Benefits
- We are an artist-run space and support our artist-educator team by providing free access to our studio space and firing services at a discounted rate.
- All teaching artists and staff get a 50% instructional discount on our artist-led workshops. (more info about our past workshops is on our website)
- We are working to bring more resources to the Drawwing Cabinet team as we expand and grow.
How to Apply
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis. If you are interested in this position and meet all of the requirements, please fill out the interest form and we will get back to you ASAP. Thank you!