Lead Teaching Artist – After-School Art (Part-Time) at EcoArts Kids Share on X      Print Application Deadline

8/24/2025 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted 7/17/2025 Contact Raychel Isaac
(619) 913-2067 Number of Openings 5 Salary Pay Range
$35 - $40 Per Hour Length of Work Year Seasonal Part-Time (8–10 week sessions, with potential to continue year-round) Employment Type Part Time Job Summary Job Summary

Join our team of inspiring, eco-minded art educators! EcoArts Kids is a nature-inspired after-school enrichment program that combines visual art, creativity, and environmental education for elementary and middle school-aged children. We're looking for passionate, experienced educators to lead our hands-on art classes in Escondido Schools. As a Lead Art Teacher, you will independently manage after-school classes with up to 25 students, guiding students through nature-based art lessons and collaborating with a Teaching Assistant. How the Program Works * Classes run afternoons M - Th (~2:00–4:30pm) Exact times may vary * Art classes last 1–2.5 hours, plus paid prep and cleanup time * Each session runs for ~10 weeks, with renewal opportunity * Teachers work at ~2 schools per session * You must transport your own art bin (provided) to sites * Paid lesson prep time up to 2 hours/week * Commitment to the full 10 week term is required Classes include art journaling, main projects, group reflection, and environmental themes. Lead teachers are responsible for instruction, student engagement, classroom management, and transporting and organizing art supplies provided by EcoArts Kids. During each session, students participate in a showcase to celebrate their artwork, build confidence, and share their creative journey with families and peers. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire young minds, work outdoors when possible, and be part of a values-driven team that cares about sustainability, creativity, and childhood development.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum 2 years classroom or youth program teaching experience required. Formal credential not required, but background in education or art is a plus. Must be passionate about sustainability, nature, and the creative process.

• Resume • 2 References (contact info only) • Optional: Teaching portfolio or sample lesson plan

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum 2 years classroom or youth program teaching experience required. Formal credential not required, but background in education or art is a plus. Must be passionate about sustainability, nature, and the creative process.

• Resume • 2 References (contact info only) • Optional: Teaching portfolio or sample lesson plan

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