Art Teacher

Creative Kids Art Club is hiring a Casual/Temporary Art Teacher role in Applecross, WA. Apply now to be part of our team.

• Looking for candidates available to work:
  • Monday: Afternoon
  • Tuesday: Afternoon
  • Wednesday: Afternoon
  • Thursday: Afternoon
  • Saturday: Afternoon
• 1 year of relevant work experience required for this role
• Expected salary: $45 - $50 per hour

We have a wonderful after school art program and are seeking exceptional Visual Art Teachers to join our team. This position is to teach art to children from 4 to 14yrs.

* Start date: Term 3, 2025. Work is on a contract or part-time basis Monday to Thursday after school. There is also extra work available in the school holidays or weekends if desired. We are seeking teachers in these areas Currambine, Piara Waters, East Vic Park , Applecross and Wilagee.

We are seeking teachers who are passionate about art. You will need a knowledge of the following materials and techniques: clay, printmaking, acrylic and watercolour painting, drawing, and sculpture. You will also need to be open to learning new skills and techniques.

This is a wonderful opportunity to work independently with our small, friendly team. Our classes have a maximum of 14 children per class who love art. All lesson plans and materials are provided, no marking, no playground duty, no purchasing of materials, no reports, just teaching

There is a paid, induction and term planning meeting. Classes run for up to two hours after school and cater for children from 5 - 8yrs or 9-14 years.

Please apply with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and a 2 page resume detailing your work history with professional referees. Please state which suburb you are in and/or which suburb you currently teach to see which of our locations could work for you. Please also let us know which days after school you would be available.

Position Overview

• Start Date: Term 3, 2025

• Schedule: Monday to Thursday, after school hours; additional opportunities during school holidays and weekends

• Locations: Currambine, Piara Waters, East Vic Park, Applecross and Wilagee

• Class Sizes: Maximum of 14 children per class

• Age Groups: 5–8 years and 9–14 years

• Contract Type: Part-time or contract basis

• Induction & Planning: Paid induction and term planning meetings provided

Selection Criteria

• Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Education with a specialization in Visual Arts, or

  • Bachelor of Arts with a Diploma of Education, B.Ed, or a Master's in Primary Teaching

• Experience:

  • Proven teaching experience in visual arts

  • Experience in relief or full-time teaching roles

• Skills & Attributes:

  • Strong knowledge of art processes and techniques (e.g., clay, printmaking, acrylic and watercolour painting, drawing, sculpture)

  • Creative, organized, and enthusiastic approach to teaching

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills

  • Ability to establish positive relationships with students, staff, and parents

  • Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one

  • Australian Business Number (ABN) if applying as a contractor

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Application Instructions

Please submit the following:

1. Cover Letter: Addressing the selection criteria

2. Resume: Maximum of two pages detailing your work history

3. Professional Referees: At least two

4. Location Information: Specify your suburb and/or the suburb you currently teach in

5. Availability: Indicate which after-school days you are available

Why Join Us?

• No Administrative Burden: All lesson plans and materials are provided; no marking, playground duty, or report writing

• Supportive Environment: Work independently within a small, friendly team

• Focus on Teaching: Concentrate solely on delivering engaging art lessons