Digital Arts Instructor - Part Time
Santa Monica, CA, USA
USD 32-32 / hour
Digital Arts Instructor - Part Time
Overview
Description
Digital Arts Instructor – Part-Time
About Brains & Motion Education
Brains & Motion Education (BAM!) provides after-school enrichment programs in STEM, Arts, and Sports at schools and community locations. Our programs give students opportunities to learn new skills, explore their interests, and participate in engaging activities in a supportive environment.
Position Overview
Brains & Motion Education is seeking a Digital Arts Instructor to lead after-school enrichment activities for students in grades K–8. The ideal candidate has experience or education in digital arts, creative arts, or a related field and enjoys working with children in a classroom or enrichment setting.
This is a part-time position beginning September 15, 2026.
Responsibilities
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Lead engaging digital arts and creative arts activities for students in grades K–8.
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Teach age-appropriate digital arts concepts and fundamentals.
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Guide students through creative projects and hands-on activities.
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Introduce students to digital art tools and techniques, as applicable to the assigned program.
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Adjust activities based on students' ages, skill levels, and interests.
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Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
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Encourage student participation, creativity, and self-expression.
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Maintain appropriate classroom expectations and student safety.
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Follow BAM! program guidelines and communicate any student or classroom concerns as needed.
Qualifications
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Experience or education in Digital Arts, Creative Arts, Graphic Design, Multimedia Arts, or a related field.
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Approximately 1–2 years of experience in digital arts, creative arts, instruction, or a related area is preferred.
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Experience working with children or youth is preferred.
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Comfortable working with students in grades K–8.
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Strong communication and classroom management skills.
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Reliable and able to arrive on time for scheduled programs.
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Reliable transportation to the assigned program location.
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Must be able to pass a background check.
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Willingness to complete required training.
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Ability to lift and carry approximately 20–50 lbs. occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Schedule & Compensation
Pay: $32.00/hour
Job Type: Part-Time
Start Date: September 15, 2026
Schedule:
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Tuesdays: 1:35 PM – 4:10 PM PST
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Thursdays: 1:45 PM – 4:10 PM PST
The exact class schedule and assigned school location will be provided during the hiring process.
Brains and Motion Education is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state or local law. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and, where applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.