Preschool Art Assistant

Job Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Preschool Art Assistant at Artsy Nannies! In this dynamic role, you will inspire creativity and foster artistic expression among preschool children, supporting their developmental growth through engaging art activities. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help cultivate a joyful learning environment where young learners can explore their imaginations, develop fine motor skills, and build confidence. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to early childhood education while honing your skills in curriculum development, classroom management, and working with children.

Duties

• Assist lead teachers in planning and implementing age-appropriate art lessons that align with early childhood education standards
• Support children during art activities by providing guidance, encouragement, and supervision to ensure a safe and inclusive environment
• Help set up art stations with supplies such as paints, crayons, paper, sewing materials, and other creative tools
• Foster a positive classroom atmosphere through effective behavior management and nurturing interactions
• Encourage children’s individual expression through various artistic mediums including painting, drawing, sewing, and crafting
• Capture moments of children's creativity through photography to document their progress and celebrate their achievements
• Collaborate with teachers on lesson planning that integrates arts with other subjects like theater, dance (ballet/dancing), cooking, or culinary experiences to enrich learning experiences

Experience

• Prior experience working with preschool or early childhood education is highly preferred
• Demonstrated skills in classroom management and behavior guidance in a childcare or educational setting
• Knowledge of curriculum development tailored for young children’s developmental stages
• Experience in tutoring or teaching arts-related activities such as sewing, painting, or theater is advantageous
• Background in special education or working with children with diverse learning needs is a plus
• Familiarity with childhood development principles and early learning standards
• Skills in photography, ballet, dancing, cooking, culinary arts, sewing or theater will enhance your ability to create engaging lessons and activities for young learners

Join us to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives by nurturing their creativity and supporting their growth through arts! This paid role is perfect for passionate individuals eager to inspire the next generation of artists and thinkers.

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Work Location: In person