Seasonal Position
Description
Classes meet from 9:00am-4:00pm with a one hour lunch break for children and two snack breaks. Current Lead Teacher shifts are 8:30am - 4:30pm. These hours may vary slightly. Lead teachers with 8-hour shifts will have a 30-minute lunch break.
*Please note, Monmouth Park will be under construction through the Town of Brookline for the entirely of the Summer. Playground access will be accessible through a guided path with safety and security features in place to separate construction from the playground and BAC entryway.
Classes we currently need Lead Teacher for:
Week 3 (July 6-10 2026) Ceramics. This hands-on pottery program will introduce students will explore a variety of ceramic techniques focusing on hand building fundamentals, with a short introduction to wheel throwing. Students will create beautiful works of art that are both fun and functional through the tactile world of ceramics!
Week 9 (Aug 17- 21) Wonders of the Reef. Dive deep as we explore crazy creatures, corals, and chasms on the ocean floors! From schools of fish to coral reefs to the monstrous giants of the sea, let’s explore the colors, textures, and shapes that make up the underwater worlds that share our planet! Projects will include watercolor, mixed-media collages, 3D sculptures, and more!
Responsibilities
- Creating class plans and projects/curriculum
- Leading children though class plans and projects/curriculum
- Communicating with administration regarding any class issues
- Communicating with guardians of children when necessary
- Be responsible for the maintenance of studio space while classes are taking place
- Creating a warm environment for all students and arts center patrons
- Interacting with and engaging children in activities
- Providing the asst. teacher with instruction when necessary
Qualifications
- Excellent knowledge of child development.
- Experience teaching art and creating art projects for ages 5-11.
- Knowledge of general safety rules and basic first aid.
- Professional and patient.
- Ability to interact with and engage children and families.
- Ability to work effectively in teams and individually.
- Knowledge of art materials and general care of studio space.
- A willingness and ability to learn new skills.
- MA in Art Education preferred or equivalent work experience.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to see, listen, and talk for extended periods in person
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds, pushing and pulling
- Must be able to exchange accurate information with students, parents, and staff
This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of position-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While the above is intended to accurately reflect the current internship, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
How To Apply
Please send the following to office@brooklineartscenter.com in PDF format:
- A resume and cover letter detailing your academic, artistic and professional experience.
- A list of two references.
Please include “Lead Teacher Summer 2026” in the subject.The BAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace. The BAC does not discriminate against individuals base on race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, martial status, disability or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. The Brookline Arts Center is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic workforce committed to working in a multicultural environment. Qualified candidates from groups historically underrepresented in the arts are strongly encouraged to apply.
Apply by: March 31