Art Instructor (Part-time)

The Barnsdall Junior Arts Center (BJAC) is seeking Art Instructors to teach various art forms, for youth between the ages of 4-17, for current and future sessions. The Barnsdall Junior Arts Center nurtures the imaginations of children and young people in their artistic development. A fixture of the Los Angeles arts education community since 1967, the BJAC continues to build on its national reputation as one of only a few distinguished institutions devoted to excellence, originality, public service, and artistic creativity. The center’s small, dynamic classes support families, children, and young people in discovering their creative processes in mediums ranging from visual to performing arts. The staff and teaching artists are steadfast in their belief that arts education develops

The City of Los Angeles, Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) is seeking highly motivated and experienced Art Instructors for the Barnsdall Junior Arts Center (BJAC) in the following mediums:

BJAC : Media Arts (Animation / Digital Art Ages 7 ~10 years old )

BJAC : Visual Art ( Ages 5~ 9 and 9~15 years old )

Notice Open Date: Feb 3, 2026

Employer: City of Los Angeles
Department: Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA)

Division/Section: Community Arts Division

Program: Barnsdall Junior Arts Center

Job Location: 4814 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027

Classification / Code: Art Instructor (2433)

Type: Part-Time/ 1070 ( as-needed, not to exceed 1014 hours per year )

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The BAC and BJAC are seeking highly motivated Art Instructors to provide engaging instruction in various classes and events as part of the Center’s arts programming. This is an ideal position for a friendly, energetic, caring, professional, and responsible Art Instructor with a minimum of two years’ classroom or group teaching experience and a passion for contributing to a fun, nurturing, and supportive learning environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES included but are not limited to
Create and implement relevant curriculum in an engaging and encouraging manner without bias or discrimination, including the development of original lesson plans.

Be open to adjusting curriculum and teaching methods in order to scaffold instruction based on students’ skill levels and/or needs.

Report to & maintain communication with the Art Education Coordinator and other administrative staff.

Work with the Art Center Director and other members of staff, including teaching artists, to collaborate as needed.

Abide by all City and Art Center protocol.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree or higher education and/or a minimum of two years of experience working as an art instructor in a classroom/group environment with youth.

Outstanding classroom management, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.

Strong interpersonal skills and a dedication to working well with others in a fast-paced environment.

Professional disposition and eagerness to work with a diverse population, including staff, students, volunteers, and other members of the public, with a positive attitude.

Excellent oral and written communications skills
Proficiency in Google Workspace (formerly G Suite), including Gmail, Calendar, Meet, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms.

Must have a valid California Driver’s license with a reliable form of transportation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods
Climb up and down stairs.

Bend, stoop, and lift to move and retrieve materials
Pull, push, and lift up to 25 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Weekly Schedule: Individual class schedules vary within Tuesday – Friday, 10 am to 9:30 pm and/or Saturdays 9 am – 5 pm during the session

Total Hours per Week: Teaching one to two classes per week plus compensation for class prep, meetings, trainings, and culminating events, rehearsals as needed.

Sessions for 2026/27
Summer Session : July ~ August ( 4 weeks )
Fall Session : September ~ November ( 8 weeks )
Winter Session : January ~ March ( 8 week )
Spring Sessions : April ~ June ( 8 weeks )

Salary: $36.69, hourly

Benefits: No Benefits

Education requirements: Bachelor’s Degree

Deadline to apply: February 20, 2026

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, References, Work Sample/Portfolio, Other

How to apply: Qualified applicants should submit the following information through this link by 5:30 PM on Friday, Feb 20, 2026.

Cover Letter
Resume with 2-3 references
Sample Lesson Plan/Syllabus
Art Portfolio (digital files or url links)

Final selection will be based on a review of the cover letter and resume, as well as an oral interview.

Interviewers may also contact present and former supervisors, as well as review City Personnel files (if applicable) as part of a candidate’s evaluation.

Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we are unable to respond to phone calls and emails regarding the status of applications and the recruiting process.