Art Instructor – After-School Art Academy

Tiny Hands Club | Langley, BC

Position Overview

Tiny Hands Club is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and dependable Art Instructor to join our After-School Art Academy for children in Kindergarten through Grade 7.

Our academy offers structured, hands-on art classes designed to inspire creativity, develop artistic skills, and build confidence in young learners.

Working alongside our Art Academy Program Leader, the Art Instructor will help prepare and deliver engaging art lessons, guide students through creative projects, and maintain a positive, organized classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

Art Instruction & Student Engagement

Assist in delivering structured, age-appropriate art lessons.
Guide students through painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media, and seasonal art projects.
Introduce and reinforce artistic skills and techniques.
Encourage creativity, independence, and participation.
Provide individual guidance to students who need additional support.
Adapt instruction to accommodate different ages and artistic abilities.

Classroom Management

Establish and reinforce clear classroom expectations.
Use positive behaviour-management strategies to maintain a focused learning environment.
Encourage students to listen, follow instructions, and participate in their projects.
Assist with smooth transitions between activities.
Promote respectful interactions and responsible use of art materials.

Class Preparation & Studio Organization

Prepare art supplies, materials, and workstations before classes.
Assist with classroom setup and cleanup.
Organize and maintain art supplies and equipment.
Ensure students properly clean and return materials after each lesson.
Help create a welcoming, creative, and organized studio.

Student Safety & Communication

Assist with student arrivals, attendance, and the brief snack and washroom break before class.
Maintain appropriate supervision during all scheduled academy activities.
Follow studio safety procedures and report incidents or concerns promptly.
Assist with student dismissal at designated class completion times.
Communicate positively and professionally with students, families, and colleagues.

Qualifications

Experience working with elementary-aged children.
Strong classroom management and communication skills.
Creativity and enthusiasm for art and hands-on learning.
Ability to confidently engage and instruct groups of children.
Patient, organized, reliable, and adaptable.
Experience in art instruction, education, or children's recreational programming is an asset.
First Aid/CPR certification is an asset.
Satisfactory criminal record check, including the appropriate screening for working with children.

Position Details

Job Title: Art Instructor
Location: Tiny Hands Club, Langley, BC
Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 2:00–6:00 PM
Class Hours: 3:30–5:15 PM
Compensation: $22 per hour
Student Ages: Kindergarten–Grade 7

Our Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who loves working with children, enjoys creative learning, and can confidently support an engaging art classroom.

The ideal candidate is proactive, patient, and comfortable leading small groups, giving clear instructions, managing classroom behaviour, and helping students develop new artistic skills.

Our focus is on structured art education, creativity, and meaningful learning experiences.

Please email your resume to info@tinyhandsclub.ca