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Animation Teachers often encounter the challenge of accommodating students with diverse experience levels and learning speeds, while ensuring that everyone masters both the technical and storytelling aspects of animation. Balancing hands-on project guidance with curriculum requirements and keeping up with evolving animation technologies can also be demanding. Collaboration with other art and media faculty is frequent to integrate multidisciplinary approaches and industry trends. These challenges require flexibility, ongoing professional development, and strong organizational skills to ensure students' success and engagement.

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An Animation Teacher educates students on the principles and techniques of animation, including 2D, 3D, and digital animation. They develop lesson plans, teach software like Adobe Animate or Blender, and guide students in creating animated projects. Additionally, they provide feedback, stay updated on industry trends, and may help students build portfolios for careers in animation.

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To thrive as an Animation Teacher, you need strong expertise in animation principles, digital art, and instruction, usually supported by a degree in animation, fine arts, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard animation software such as Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony, or Autodesk Maya, along with any relevant teaching certifications, is essential. Excellent communication, patience, and mentorship skills help engage students and foster creativity in the classroom. These competencies enable effective teaching, help students master technical and conceptual aspects, and prepare them for careers in animation.

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Special Needs Animation Teacher

One River School of Art and Design

Clark, NJ • On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Animation Instructor with experience teaching special needs students - Part Time
One River School of Art + Design — Clark, NJ

Join a workplace that invests in you and connects you to a creative community.

Join One River School of Art + Design to teach and mentor motivated students, work alongside practicing artists in a creative community, and grow with a team that invests in your development—from day one.

One River School of Art + Design in Clark, NJ is seeking an experienced special needs art teacher to teach our animation curriculum to students with special needs. Must be able to adapt the curriculum to fit with the needs of the students. Our accessible and inclusive program is welcoming to students with differing abilities and this role will ensure that students with special needs have a fun and engaging experience and develop confidence in their art making skills.

What you’ll do:


  • Review the lesson plans prior to your scheduled class time. Address any questions or concerns with your supervisor.

  • Arrive 10 minutes early for your scheduled class to prep for your students and welcome new students before class begins.

  • Stay 5 minutes after class to clean up the studio / lab. This includes sweeping the floor and wiping the tables / chairs as needed.

  • Inform your supervisor a minimum of 2 weeks in advance of of any upcoming absences.

  • Attend seasonal training sessions both virtually and in person.

  • Clock in and clock out daily within the time & attendance guidelines.

  • Take attendance consistently in each class you teach.

  • Document student outcomes and document whether student’s have completed their project on the roster.

  • Properly clean and store art supplies. Educate your students on how to take proper care of the art supplies and assist them in the cleaning process as class is wrapping up.

  • Meet with your supervisor regularly to review student outcomes, discuss how to ensure you are delivering the highest quality experience and participate in seasonal teacher evaluations.

  • Ensure that classroom behavior is properly managed for the safety and quality experience of all the students. Address concerns with students who exhibit any inappropriate issues with behavior, language or general concerns. Bring any unresolved issues to your supervisor for additional support or communication with guardians.

  • Notify your supervisor of any student’s who should be graduated to a more advanced class, or the class does not seem like a proper fit.

  • Attend student exhibitions to celebrate your student’s successes.

Requirements:

  • BA/BS in Visual Art, Art Education or Design (Master’s a plus) and training or certification in special needs education

  • 3+ years experience teaching visual arts for K–12 and/or adults with special needs. Digital art skills are a plus.

  • Track record of high-quality instruction, classroom management, and student progress.

  • Clear communicator, organized, and energized by a busy studio environment

  • Passion for contemporary art and a “students-first” mindset

Benefits:

  • Accrued sick pay

  • 401K Program

  • Training & Development; promotion opportunities in a growing organization

  • Structured onboarding, ongoing training and a clear playbook

  • Free One River classes for you and real career paths as you grow

Schedule & Compensation:

  • This is a part-time position with evening and weekend hours

  • Hourly pay of $30-$40