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About the Role

Educational Alliance seeks a Temporary Painting Arts Instructor to provide high-quality painting instruction to students of varying experience levels. This role involves maintaining continuity of existing classes during an instructor's absence, offering individualized guidance, and fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and creative learning environment. Classes may be held at EA Art School, Weinberg Center for Balanced Living, or Co-op Village NORC.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate strong knowledge of painting fundamentals and techniques, including color theory, composition, value, form, brushwork, layering, and surface development.
Teach relevant methods across painting media such as acrylic and/or oil.
Support students in developing observational, expressive, and conceptual approaches to painting.
Communicate positively and professionally with students, faculty, and staff.
Provide individualized and group instruction responding to students’ different interests, learning styles, and skill levels.
Use demonstrations, constructive feedback, and student-centered approaches to support learning and artistic development.
Follow established course plans and learning goals, making appropriate instructional adjustments.
Design or adapt lessons and projects as needed to support student success.
Maintain continuity of existing painting classes during the regular instructor’s absence.
Communicate class expectations and support student progress.
Coordinate with the Art School Director regarding curriculum and instructional adjustments.
Work with painting materials and equipment, assisting students with their use and care.
Understand and follow Painting Studio safety procedures.
Ensure students follow Art School policies and studio procedures.
Understand and teach best practices for sustainable artmaking.
Maintain an organized, clean, and functional painting studio.
Prepare the space and materials for class.
Provide status updates to the supervisor.
Meet one-on-one with the supervisor as needed.
Communicate effectively with students via email.
Occasionally assist with studio operations and maintenance beyond class preparation and clean-up.
Develop professional relationships with co-workers, students, and Art School guests.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Active painting artist with a willingness to share work and artistic process with students.
Demonstrated engagement with the broader New York City visual arts community.
At least two years of experience teaching painting to adults and/or children.
Strong knowledge of painting techniques, materials, and studio practices relevant to the courses taught.
Self-motivated, highly efficient, and able to problem-solve.
Proactive, hands-on approach and professional work ethic.
Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with faculty and staff.
Ability to work morning, evening, and weekend hours as the class schedule requires.
Team player with a passion for building relationships and supporting a diverse community of learners.

Skills

Painting fundamentals
Painting techniques
Color theory
Composition
Value
Form
Brushwork
Layering
Surface development
Acrylic painting
Oil painting
Observational painting
Expressive painting
Conceptual painting
Instructional delivery
Curriculum adaptation
Studio practices
Art material handling
Studio safety procedures
Sustainable artmaking practices
Studio maintenance
Communication
Professionalism
Problem-solving
Collaboration

Location

New York City

Work Type

Temporary
Full-time

Experience Level

At least two years of experience teaching painting

About the Company

Educational Alliance is a 135-year-old New York institution serving diverse communities in Lower Manhattan.
The organization provides high-quality, multi-generational programs and services focused on enhancing well-being and socioeconomic opportunities.
Educational Alliance Art School is a premier community art school offering high-quality visual arts instruction.
EA Art School has a century-long history of providing opportunities for creative expression, skill acquisition, and art appreciation.
The school is committed to serving a diverse student body, believing in the opportunity for self-expression and lifelong learning for all.

Equal Opportunity

Educational Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.