Anime & Cartoon Drawing Instructor

Date posted: June 18, 2026

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Job description:

AWESOME WAY TO SPEND YOUR SUMMER HELPING OUT KIDS. PLease make sure you have looked at the dates, times and location. You must be able to do the entire program. This is a part-time role but a fun one.

Town of Fairfield, CT Parks & Recreation  
Adaptive Anime & Cartoon Drawing Camp   
100 Mona Terrace. Fairfield, CT 06824     
Bigelow Center for Senior Activities,     
7/9/2026 - 8/13/2026   
Thursday    
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM     
ages 10+

Position Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative Anime & Cartoon Drawing Instructor to lead an engaging six-week art program for youth and teens. The instructor will guide students through the fundamentals of anime and cartoon drawing—covering character design, facial expressions, proportions, and storytelling—while encouraging each participant’s unique artistic style.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead weekly 60-minute drawing lessons tailored to ages 9+
• Teach foundational and intermediate techniques in anime and cartoon art
• Demonstrate step-by-step drawing methods, shading, and color use
• Encourage creativity, confidence, and self-expression in a supportive environment
• Prepare lesson materials and manage classroom setup and cleanup
• Maintain attendance and communicate effectively with site staff and parents
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and positive learning atmosphere

Qualifications

• Experience in drawing, illustration, or animation (anime/cartoon style preferred)
• Prior teaching or mentoring experience with children or teens
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to create a fun and engaging class environment
• Reliability and professionalism in attendance and preparation

Experience:

• Working with children: 1 year (Preferred)
• Classroom management: 1 year (Preferred)
• Anime and Cartoon Art: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person