Art Instructors; Part-time

Program Overview

Since 1946, Barnsdall Art Center (BAC) has cultivated a space for adults to discover a passion for creativity through various art forms. The BAC aims to enrich the lives of everyday people with its affordable yet substantial art‑making classes. Through art‑making, the center strives to connect various cultures together and build a vibrant, inclusive arts community. BAC is a facility of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA).

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

• Jewelry Making (Metalsmithing, Enameling, Etching for Adult)
• Ceramics (Handbuilding, Wheel Throwing for Adult)
• Black and White Photography (Darkroom for Adult)

The BAC is 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.

• 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 and 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.

• 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 adults and/or seniors.
• 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.

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

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