Afterschool Art Instructor (Part Time)

About the School:

Kennedy International School provides a bilingual, well-rounded education for its students from preschool through 12th grade. We pride ourselves on the strength of our faculty, the diversity of our student body, and our cultural richness. Through our individualized approach to instruction, thanks to our small student-teacher ratio, students are encouraged to leverage their personal strengths and passions as they develop their language and academic knowledge.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate, creative, and reliable Art Instructor to lead fun and educational art classes for our preschool and elementary students (grades Pre-K–5) as part of our 2025-2026 after-school program. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children and has a background in visual arts and/or art education.

Start Date: September 2nd, 2025

Workdays: Mondays and Tuesdays

Time: 3:30 to 5:45 p.m. 

Direct Supervisor: Dean of Students

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate art lessons and activities.
• Introduce students to a variety of materials, techniques, and art styles.
• Foster a supportive, inclusive, and safe environment for creativity and self-expression.
• Manage classroom behavior and ensure student safety at all times.
• Prepare materials and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Collaborate with site staff to support program goals and communicate with families.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with children in a group setting (elementary age preferred).
• Background in art, art education, or related field.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and organized.
• Bilingual (French & English) preferred.

The hourly rate for this position is $50-$60 per hour, dependent on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.