Job Description

🎨🌿 EcoArts Kids is Hiring!

Now Seeking Experienced Art Teachers & Creative Teaching Assistants

Locations: Various elementary school sites in San Diego County (mostly Escondido or Central Coastal Areas)

Hours: 10 - 25 hours/week

Pay Rate: $25 - $40/hr, depending on experience

Company Description

EcoArts Kids in San Diego, CA, is committed to engaging young minds through artistic expression while instilling a love for the environment. We collaborate with local environmental organizations to integrate environmental education into our art-focused programs, inspiring creativity and raising awareness about critical environmental issues. Our mission is to nurture every child’s creative confidence and connection to nature . We believe every student deserves to feel seen for their unique gifts and imagination.

For the Fall 2025 School Year, we are looking for educators and artists who:

• Have a genuine love for nature, the earth, and inspiring sustainability-minded creativity in young people.
• Believe in nurturing every child’s connection to the natural world through hands-on art.
• Bring a sense of wonder, curiosity, and respect for the environment into every lesson.

How Our Program Works

• This is an after-school program — classes run in the afternoons , usually 2:00–4:30pm , depending on each school’s dismissal time.
• Each art class is 1–2 hours long , plus paid time for setup, lesson planning, supply organization, and clean-up.
• Classes happen once or twice per week per school site , and each site runs for 8–10 weeks at a time .
• Teachers typically work at 1–4 school sites per session , and schedules may change with each new session.
• You must transport your art supply bin and materials to each school site.
• Class sizes range from 10–25 students . A Lead Teacher and a Teaching Assistant work together to run each class smoothly.
• Teachers must commit to the entire 8–10 week contracted session for consistency and student success.

✅ Lead Art Teacher Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of classroom teaching experience (credentialed or non-credentialed welcome)
• Confident in managing a class independently (approx. 15–25 students)
• Skilled at teaching visual art basics (drawing, painting, mixed media)
• Able to build warm relationships with kids, families & school staff members
• Organized, reliable, and calm under pressure

✅ Teaching Assistants Qualifications

• Talented artists or creatives with experience working with children in a group setting
• Passionate about art and environmental education
• Team players who enjoy supporting Lead Teachers and connecting with students one-on-one

Must Have

• Smartphone (required for clocking in/out and work communication)
• Reliable transportation to travel to school sites and transport art supplies
• Availability for afternoon shifts (approx. 2:00–4:30pm) , 2–4 days per week
• Live Scan fingerprint clearance & background check (required before working on site — we’ll help with this)
• Completion of Mandated Reporter Training & Sexual Abuse Prevention Training (provided upon hire, per insurance requirements)

💚 What You’ll Do

• Lead or support engaging, eco-focused art lessons for TK–5th grade students
• Greet every student by name, encourage collaboration, and celebrate their creative effort
• Manage your art supply bin and maintain stewardship of materials and classroom space
• Communicate kindly and professionally with parents during pick-up/drop-off
• Keep students safe, follow all site rules, and model EcoArts values

🎉 Why Join EcoArts Kids?

• Uplift young artists & inspire environmental awareness through hands-on projects
• Work with a supportive team that values your teaching gifts and artistic talents
• Part-time hours that fit around other commitments
• Paid training and planning time
• Be part of a growing program that genuinely cares about community, creativity, and the Earth!

📬 How to Apply

Apply directly through LinkedIn with your resume attached. We will review and send over a quick questionnaire to move forward with candidates that match our criteria.

This position is perfect for someone who values a close-knit, educational environment and is eager to develop deep connections with a small group of children. If you are looking for a role where you can influence young minds through exploration, creativity, and structured learning in a natural setting, we would love to meet you!

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