Art Specialist - After-School Art Instructor

Pay: 20.00-25.00
Schedule: Part-time, Monday- Thursday
Location: Multiple elementary schools in Utah County, UT

Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County, is seeking a creative, experienced, and enthusiastic Art Instructor to lead engaging, hands-on art classes for elementary students ages 5–12.

As an Art Instructor, you'll bring meaningful artistic experiences directly to local elementary schools, helping children develop creative skills, confidence, and self-expression. You'll also play an important role in building a sustainable, high-demand art enrichment program that families value, students look forward to, and schools are excited to offer.

What You'll Do

You'll lead engaging classes in drawing, painting, clay, collage, mixed media, printmaking, and other creative techniques. Through age-appropriate projects and instruction, you'll introduce students to artistic fundamentals while encouraging imagination, exploration, and individual expression.

You'll develop structured, progressive lessons that build skills throughout each program session. Your ability to balance creative freedom with meaningful instruction will help students develop confidence and take pride in their accomplishments.

You'll create a welcoming environment where beginners feel comfortable experimenting and more experienced young artists can continue developing their abilities.

You'll also prepare materials, organize supplies, supervise students, maintain attendance, and build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and program leadership. You may also help coordinate student artwork displays and end-of-session family showcases.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone with direct experience teaching art to elementary-aged children who enjoys sharing their artistic knowledge and encouraging young learners.

Candidates should have a strong understanding of artistic fundamentals and experience working with multiple art mediums. Experience in elementary art education, community art programs, youth enrichment, or school-based instruction is highly valued.

Ideal candidates are creative, patient, dependable, organized, and comfortable adapting lessons for different ages, learning styles, and artistic abilities.

Strong classroom management, positive guidance, and the ability to create engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences are essential.

Spanish-speaking or bilingual (English/Spanish) abilities are a plus and would be valuable when communicating with students and families.

Applicants must be at least 18, have reliable transportation between assigned schools, and complete required background screening and youth safety training.

CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.

Help inspire the next generation of artists, creators, and imaginative thinkers!

DISCLAIMER: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a fingerprinted background check, reference check, and pre-employment screenings.

Boys & Girls Clubs are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County is committed to the spirit and letter of all federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. To this end, the Club does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race; color; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions; age; religion; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; veteran status; or other protected status. No form of unlawful discrimination, including unlawful harassment, will be condoned. Reasonable accommodation can be made for interviews and service for those with a disability.