After School Art Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Inspire young artists to create, express, and imagine!

Eager Enrichment is seeking creative and enthusiastic After-School Art Instructors to lead engaging, hands-on art classes for elementary school students. If you enjoy working with children and have a passion for art, drawing, painting, mixed media, or clay, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while sharing your creativity.

Available Positions (January 2027)

We are hiring for the following locations:

• Olentangy/Gahanna : Monday- classes start at 2:35pm;Tuesday-classes start at 2:15pm & Wednesday-classes start at 3:30pm
• Dublin: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday- classes start at 3:30pm

Applicants may indicate one or multiple locations of interest.

Schedule & Compensation

Pay is $40 per class for one-hour classes. Paid training will be provided locally in November. Classes are held after school in elementary schools and typically begin at 3:30pm in Olentangy & Dublin; 2:15pm in Gahanna. Programs begin the week of January 11, 2027.

What You'll Do

You'll lead engaging art classes for students in Grades K-4 using lesson plans and materials provided by Eager Enrichment. Projects include drawing, watercolor, collage, mixed media, and clay. Instructors foster creativity, self-expression, and confidence while maintaining a positive and structured classroom environment. Responsibilities also include classroom setup and cleanup, attendance tracking, and communication with staff using mobile applications.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in educational, recreational, childcare, camp, volunteer, or similar settings
• Enthusiastic, dependable, and comfortable leading groups of up to 18 students
• Available on weekday afternoons during the school year
• Comfortable using mobile apps for communication and scheduling
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

What We Provide

Eager Enrichment supplies all curriculum, lesson plans, and art materials, so no lesson planning is required. We provide paid training, ongoing support, and a flexible part-time schedule that works well for college students, substitute teachers, retired educators, artists, and creative professionals. This position also offers valuable experience for those pursuing careers in education, art therapy, child development, and related fields.

About Eager Enrichment

Eager Enrichment has been providing high-quality after-school enrichment programs throughout Ohio since 2008. Our mission is to inspire creativity, curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning through engaging STEM, Art, and enrichment programs. Each year, we help thousands of students discover new interests and develop new skills.

 

Interested? Apply today and tell us which location(s) you prefer. Join us in bringing creativity and artistic exploration to elementary students throughout greater Columbus!

 

 

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