Digital Art Teacher - Part-Time

One River School of Art + Design
  • Port Jefferson, NY
  • $25–$35 Per Hour
30+ days ago

Job Description

Digital Art Teacher (Grades 3-12)

$25-$35 per hour

Inspire the Next Generation of Digital Creators.

At One River School, we believe digital art is one of the most powerful creative languages of our time. We're looking for innovative, tech-savvy artists and educators to guide students in grades 3-12 through the evolving world of digital creation-from foundational skills to portfolio-level work.

If you're passionate about contemporary digital tools, love mentoring young creatives, and believe technology should expand imagination-not limit it-we'd love to meet you. We have weekday hours teaching our Summer Camp curriculum and weekend hours (Sunday availability is a huge plus).

What You'll Do

Teach engaging weekly digital art classes for students in grades 3-12

Guide students in tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate), Blender, Moho, digital drawing tablets, graphic design, digital illustration, animation, or related platforms

Support middle and high school students in developing portfolio-quality work

Introduce creative problem-solving, visual storytelling, and design thinking

Foster a studio culture that encourages experimentation, critique, and growth

Communicate thoughtfully with families about student progress and creative development

This isn't just screen time-it's creative time with purpose.

Why Digital Artists Thrive at One River

State-of-the-Art Digital Labs

Work in a contemporary, fully equipped digital classroom environment.

Thoughtful Curriculum Framework

Our proprietary curriculum provides structure and inspiration-while leaving room for your artistic voice.

Creative Community

Collaborate with practicing artists and forward-thinking educators who value contemporary art and innovation.

Flexible Schedule for Creative Lives

Weekday Evenings and Weekends (Saturday/Sunday) -ideal for freelance designers, animators, and working artists.

Growth Opportunities

We're a growing organization that promotes from within and supports long-term development in arts education.

Who You Are

A practicing digital artist, designer, illustrator, animator, or creative technologist

Experienced teaching students in a digital lab setting (1+ year preferred)

Comfortable working with a range of ages from upper elementary through high school

Skilled in digital platforms and current industry tools

Passionate about helping students build both technical skill and creative confidence

Engaging, organized, and student-centered

Aligned with our mission to transform art education

Education:

BFA or BS in Digital Art, Graphic Design, Animation, Art Education, or related field required

MFA or Master's degree is a plus

About One River School

Since 2012, One River School has been redefining art education through contemporary art, innovative teaching, and strong creative communities. With 15 schools across six states, we serve thousands of students each week-helping them develop the creative skills that matter in today's world.

Teaching here feels different. It feels modern. It feels inspired.

If you're ready to empower young artists to create in the digital world-and shape what that world looks like next-we'd love to connect.

One River School of Art + Design is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive, creative community for all.

Numbers & Facts

LocationPort Jefferson, NY
Salary$25–$35 Per Hour

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suiteunmatched
  • Adobe Illustratorunmatched
  • Adobe Photoshopunmatched
  • Animationunmatched
  • Blenderunmatched
  • Digital Artunmatched
  • Graphic Designunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Primary Schoolunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Secondary Schoolunmatched
  • Storytellingunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched

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