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Foothill De Anza

PT Film/TV Animation Instructor

Los Altos, CA · On-site

$31.25 - $42.50/hr

Teaching one or more of the following Film/TV Animation courses: * F/TV 66A Basic Techniques of Animation: Stop Motion * F/TV 67A Principles of Animation: 2D Media * F/TV 68A Sound for Animation * F ...

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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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After-School Digital Animation & Art Instructor (Part-Time)

After-School Digital Animation & Art Instructor (Part-Time)

Concorde Education

Hollywood, FL

$50/hr

Part-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Location: On-site at partner schools (varies by assignment)
Schedule: Typically 1 hour per week after school for ~10 weeks
Additional Opportunities: Some instructors run 2–4 hours per week or multiple assignments
Start Dates: Rolling openings throughout the school year
Compensation: $50+ per instructional hour (flexible based on experience)

About the Role

Concorde Education is seeking an engaging Digital Animation Instructor to lead a short-format after-school enrichment class. Students will explore the basics of animation and learn how movement, timing, and visual storytelling bring characters and scenes to life.

Classes focus on hands-on creative projects using school-approved tools (often Chromebooks and browser-based animation software).

This is a once-per-week enrichment class, typically running for about 10 weeks, with flexible pacing based on student needs.

Example Topics

Students may explore topics such as:

  • Animation basics (frames, timing, loops, fps)
  • Storyboarding and visual storytelling
  • Character and background design
  • Frame-by-frame animation or simple motion graphics
  • Stop-motion and GIF animation
  • Timing sound or music with motion
  • Exporting animations for sharing or presentation
  • Constructive peer feedback and creative revision
  • Tools may include Wick Editor or similar web-based animation platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engaging project-based animation sessions
  • Demonstrate animation concepts in an accessible way for beginners
  • Support students as they design and create short animations
  • Adapt activities based on student age and available technology
  • Foster a creative and respectful classroom environment
  • Communicate with school staff and Concorde program coordinators
  • Guide students toward completing a final animation project

Qualifications

  • Minimum 60 college credits
  • Experience with animation, digital media, or motion graphics
  • Experience working with school-age students (school, camp, tutoring, etc.)
  • Strong communication and classroom facilitation skills
  • Reliable, punctual, and professional
  • Comfortable using Chromebooks and web-based creative tools

Who This Role Is Great For

  • Teachers or teaching assistants
  • College students studying animation, art, film, or design
  • Digital artists or animators
  • Creative professionals looking for flexible part-time work
  • Anyone who enjoys helping students bring ideas to life through animation