Teaching Opportunities
BECOME AN OAC ART INSTRUCTOR
​Do you have a passion for teaching art and inspiring creativity? The Orange Art Center (OAC) is seeking talented and enthusiastic art instructors to share their expertise with adults and young artists (K–12). We welcome creative ideas for ongoing classes and workshops in any medium or style, from traditional fine arts to contemporary and experimental techniques. Whether you are interested in offering one-day sessions, multi-week courses, or hands-on intensives, OAC provides a supportive environment to foster creativity and artistic growth in our community.
CURRENT HIGH-NEED TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES
Summer Camp Art Instructor, Orange Art Center
The Orange Art Center is hiring experienced, creative art instructors for our 2025 Summer Art Camp. This six-week program runs weekdays from June 9 through July 25, providing hands-on art experiences for children in grades K-8. Instructors will design and lead fun, age-appropriate lessons in a variety of media, encouraging creativity and artistic growth in a supportive environment. Applicants are required to have experience teaching art to children or teens and the ability to create a positive, well-managed classroom. A degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, or a related field is preferred; candidates with equivalent experience are encouraged to apply. Camps run from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with both full-day and half-day teaching opportunities available. Pay is $30 per hour. This is a great opportunity for art educators to share their passion in a welcoming setting with small class sizes, fully equipped studios, and a collaborative, supportive staff.
IN-DEMAND CLASS TOPICS
Evening and Weekend Art Classes
Abstract Art Classes
Glass Art Classes
Metalsmithing Art Classes
QUALIFICATIONS FOR ART INSTRUCTORS:
Experience teaching art to children, teens, or adults
Degree in Fine Arts, Arts Education, or a related field
Ability to create and implement lesson plans for students of varying skill levels
Ability to create a positive, well-managed classroom environment
Enthusiasm for teaching and inspiring creativity
Must pass a background check and fingerprinting
HOW TO APPLY:
For consideration, complete an employment application and submit it, along with your cover letter and resume, to recinfo@orangecsd.org, attention Destyni Green. In your cover letter, please include your preferred age groups, teaching specialties, course title(s) ideas, and availability. No phone calls, please.