Art Teacher & Studio Guide

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

About Us

Canvas and Climb is a boutique enrichment center in West Los Angeles, dedicated to inspiring creativity, confidence, and skill development in young children. Our programs include Montessori pods, art classes, and rock climbing, all delivered in thoughtfully designed, aesthetically intentional spaces.

We believe children are naturally capable and thrive when offered authentic opportunities to explore, create, and express themselves. Our art program fosters curiosity, imagination, and early mastery of craft, while guiding children to understand their potential. Beyond daily art experiences, we cultivate long-term skills that allow students to showcase their work through exhibitions, community events, and curated art shows.

About the Role

We are seeking a visionary Art Teacher who is also a practicing artist to lead 1-hour classes for children ages 36. This role combines creativity, teaching, and artistic skill to inspire young learners while providing a structured, engaging, and aspirational experience.

The Art Teacher will design evolving curricula with weekly, monthly, and seasonal themes , exposing students to a variety of techniques and materials. You will also create growth pathways for long-term students, helping them develop their craft and preparing them for opportunities such as in-studio exhibitions, community showcases, and art shows.

As a founding educator, you will have the autonomy to develop and refine class structures, lesson plans, and thematic programming, ensuring every child experiences creativity in a high-end, studio-like environment .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead 1-hour art classes for children ages 36, balancing skill-building with creative exploration
• Design evolving curriculum with weekly, monthly, and seasonal themes to sustain engagement
• Introduce diverse artistic techniques (painting, mixed media, drawing, sculpture, etc.)
• Build long-term skill pathways for students to grow in technique and creative expression
• Prepare students for elevated outcomes: exhibitions, community showcases, and art events
• Maintain a safe, organized, and visually inspiring studio environment
• Observe and adapt lessons to each childs developmental needs and interests
• Rotate and curate materials to encourage experimentation and engagement
• Communicate thoughtfully with parents about progress, projects, and upcoming showcases
• Take initiative in creating innovative, out-of-the-box lessons

Qualifications

• Practicing artist OR degree/certification in Art Education, Early Childhood Art, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2 years teaching art to young children, preferably ages 36
• Strong knowledge of art techniques, materials, and child development
• Ability to design structured, evolving lessons with thematic creativity
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized, creative, and self-directed

Preferred Qualities

• Passion for nurturing creativity and developing young artists
• Patient, observant, and inspiring presence
• Appreciation for high-quality materials and aesthetically intentional environments
• Visionary approach to teaching, able to innovate and think outside the easel
• Desire to help shape and grow a boutique, high-end enrichment program

Sample 1-Hour Class Outline

Theme: Exploring Color & Texture

• 010 min: Circle time / introduction of theme, demonstration of materials and technique
• 1035 min: Hands-on creation: painting, layering, and experimenting with textures
• 3545 min: Guided reflection and peer sharing: discuss what they created and observed
• 4555 min: Mini skill challenge: apply one new technique to a small project or detail
• 5560 min: Clean-up and closing circle: share highlights, store materials, and preview next weeks theme

This structured but flexible approach allows children to explore, practice, and reflect , while the teacher guides skill development and nurtures long-term growth.

What We Offer

• A beautifully curated, high-end studio designed for creativity and skill-building
• Small class sizes for individualized attention
• Autonomy to design evolving curriculum, techniques, and experiences
• Long-term growth pathways for students, including exhibitions and community showcases
• Paid planning time for lesson development and materials curation
• Opportunity to grow into a full-time role and leadership positions within the company