Associate 3D Artist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $20.96 - $25.49 Hourly
Location : Bellflower
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: CONT006
Department: INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Description
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with students, supporting classroom activities, and being part of a creative school environment.
No teaching credential required.
Open Positions May Include
Instructional Assistant
Visual Arts
Support students with drawing, painting, sculpture, design, art projects, displays, and exhibitions.
Instructional Assistant
Media Arts
Support students with photography, video, filmmaking, graphic design, digital media, animation, web design, game design, and 3D design.
Instructional Assistant
Visual & Performing Arts
Support students with music, theater, dance, choreography, rehearsals, performances, concerts, assemblies and productions.
What's In It For You
SalaryCompetitive hourly pay with annual step increasesSchedulePart-time; typically under 20 hours per weekWork YearSchool year calendar; summers offLocationSchool sites throughout Bellflower Unified School DistrictBenefitsPaid sick leave, holidays, and personal daysExperienceNo paid experience required and no teaching credential required
Examples of Duties
What You'll Actually Be Doing

• Help students create: Support students with art projects, media projects, rehearsals, performances, exhibitions, and creative assignments.
• Assist the teacher: Prepare materials, set up activities, follow teacher direction, and help students stay engaged.
• Keep things organized: Manage supplies, equipment, classroom areas, displays, costumes, sets, media tools, or performance materials.
• Support school events: Help set up and take down displays, concerts, assemblies, productions, exhibitions, and community shows.
• Encourage participation: Create a positive, safe, and inclusive environment where students feel comfortable learning and expressing themselves.
• Work with different learners: Support students of different ages, abilities, skill levels, and learning styles.

Typical Qualifications
We're looking for people who have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A great attitude and love working with kids
• Reliable and professional work habits

Plus ONE of the following:

• 48 college units
• Associate's degree
• Pass the District's reading, writing, and math assessment

No teaching experience required. We will train you on what you need to know.
Career Growth
This position is a fantastic stepping stone if you are considering:

• Teaching credential programs
• Special education careers
• Child development
• Educational leadership
• School counseling

Supplemental Information
Work Environment

• Multiple school locations across the District
• Part-time positions, typically under 20 hours per week
• School year calendar with summers off
• Clean, safe classroom, campus, and activity settings

Physical Demands
All Instructional Assistant assignments :

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching to assist students.
• Using hands and fingers to operate classroom and office equipment.
• Seeing to read materials and monitor student activities.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Lifting light objects.

Ready to Apply?
Join our team and discover if education is your calling while earning money and gaining valuable experience. We provide the training and support you need to succeed.
Questions? Contact our HR team at
We are here to help you get started!
We offer comprehensive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, voluntary life insurance, disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week (4 hours per day) are eligible for pro-rated benefits based on hours worked.
01
Which positions are you interested in? (Select ALL that apply)

• Instructional Assistant - Media Arts: Help students explore creativity through media arts such as photography, video, filmmaking, graphic design, animation, sound production, web design, game design, and 3D design across all grade levels.
• Instructional Assistant - Visual Arts: Help students explore creativity through various art forms including drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media across all grade levels.
• Instructional Assistant - Visual Arts Performing Arts (VAPA): Support comprehensive arts education including visual arts, music, theater, and performance activities.

02
What is your HIGHEST level of education? (Select ONE)

• Less than high school diploma/equivalent
• High school diploma/equivalent only
• Some College (no degree)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or higher

03
Have you completed 48 or more college semester units / 72 or more quarter units?Or earned an associate degree or higher?If yes, please upload unofficial transcripts or proof of enrollment. Transcripts may qualify you to waive the District Instructional Assistant Exam.

• Yes - I have completed 48 or more college semester units or earned an associate degree or higher.
• No / Not Applicable - I have not completed 48 or more college semester units or earned an associate degree or higher.

04
Did you upload your transcripts to this application?(Transcripts may qualify you to waive the District Instructional Assistant Exam.)

• Yes
• No

05
Are you available to work Monday through Friday?

• Yes, I am available to work Monday through Friday.
• I am available some weekdays, but not Monday through Friday.
• No, I am not available to work Monday through Friday.

06
Which best describes your availability? (Select ONE)

• Full flexibility - Can work any hours within 7 AM-4 PM on my available days
• Morning preference - Prefer morning hours (7 AM-12 PM) but can occasionally work afternoons
• Morning only - Can only work morning hours (7 AM-12 PM)
• Afternoon preference - Prefer afternoon hours (12 PM-4 PM) but can occasionally work mornings
• Afternoon only - Can only work afternoon hours (12 PM-4 PM)

07
For each statement below, select the response that BEST describes your training and experience. Answer each item honestly - your responses may be verified during a reference check or interview. Select only ONE response per item.

• Yes, I understand

08
Which best describes your personal experience in visual, media, digital, or performing arts, such as art, photography, video, music, theater, dance, design, production, or related creative areas?

• I have no experience in these areas.
• I have participated in one or more of these areas as a student, hobbyist, volunteer, or community participant.
• I have created, practiced, performed, displayed, recorded, edited, designed, or produced work in one or more of these areas.
• I have regularly participated in classes, rehearsals, performances, exhibits, productions, projects, or events in one or more of these areas.
• I have led, directed, taught, coached, produced, designed, exhibited, performed, or completed paid, formal, or public-facing creative work in one or more of these areas.

09
Which best describes your experience working with students, children, or youth in a school, child care, recreation, arts, enrichment, volunteer, or similar setting?

• I have no experience working with students, children, or youth.
• I have informal experience helping students, children, or youth, such as family, occasional volunteer, or community activities.
• I have less than one (1) year of experience working with students, children, or youth in a structured setting.
• I have one (1) to two (2) years of experience working with students, children, or youth in a structured setting.
• I have more than two (2) years of experience working with students, children, or youth in a structured setting.

10
Which best describes your experience helping individuals or groups complete creative projects, lessons, rehearsals, performances, concerts, assemblies, exhibits, media projects, displays, productions, or similar activities?

• I have no related experience.
• I have informally helped family members, friends, classmates, or others with creative projects, performances, media projects, rehearsals, or similar activities.
• I have helped others with creative projects, performances, exhibits, media projects, rehearsals, productions, or events in a volunteer, school, community, recreation, church, club, or similar setting.
• I have one (1) year of regular experience assisting individuals or groups with creative lessons, rehearsals, performances, exhibits, media projects, productions, or events as part of assigned duties in a structured setting.
• I have two (2) years or more of regular experience planning, guiding, coordinating, leading, or supporting individuals or groups with creative projects, lessons, rehearsals, performances, exhibits, media projects, productions, or events in a structured setting.

11
Which best describes your experience preparing, organizing, setting up, maintaining, cleaning up, or safely using materials, supplies, equipment, technology, displays, sound equipment, recording equipment, cameras, computers, art supplies, costumes, sets, or activity areas?

• I have no related experience.
• I have occasionally helped with these tasks for personal, volunteer, school, or community activities.
• I have been responsible for setting up, organizing, and cleaning up one or more of these items or areas for group activities, lessons, events, performances, exhibits, or programs.
• I have been responsible for setting up, organizing, maintaining, or cleaning up materials, supplies, equipment, displays, or activity areas for group activities, lessons, events, performances, exhibits, or programs.
• I have - independently - handled the full cycle, including setup, organization, maintenance, safe use, troubleshooting, and clean-up of materials, supplies, equipment, technology, displays, or activity areas for group activities, lessons, events, performances, exhibits, or programs.

12
Which best describes your experience helping individuals with different ages, skill levels, learning styles, abilities, behavior needs, language needs, or support needs while following instructions from a teacher, supervisor, coach, lead, or program coordinator?

• I have no related experience.
• I have informally helped others with different skill levels, learning styles, language needs, behavior needs, or support needs.
• I have explained steps, instructions, activities, or expectations to individuals with different ages, skill levels, or backgrounds in a school, work, volunteer, recreation, child care, community, or similar setting.
• I have adapted my communication, instructions, demonstrations, or support based on individual needs while following staff direction.
• I have supported individuals with special needs, accommodations, behavior needs, language needs, or other individualized support needs while following staff direction and maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.

13
SITUATIONAL ASSESSMENT SECTIONThe following questions present workplace scenarios you might encounter as an Instructional Assistant or AVID Tutor. These are situational questions designed to understand your approach to common challenges.Important Guidelines:Answer based on what you would actually do, not what you think we want to hearThere are no "trick" questions - we value honest, thoughtful responsesChoose the response that best reflects your natural instincts and judgmentYour answers help us understand your work style and ensure a good fit for both you and our studentsPlease take your time and answer each question thoughtfully.

• Yes - I understand

14
A student you're helping gets really upset and starts crying during a math lesson. What do you do first?

• Say "You're okay, let's try this problem again" and continue with the same math approach
• Give them the answer so they stop crying and can move on
• Let them know it's okay to feel frustrated, help them calm down, then try explaining the math a different way
• Stop working on the math problem for a minute and help them take some deep breaths

15
You're helping kids with an art project and notice you're almost out of glue sticks, but the teacher is busy helping another student. What do you do?

• Wait for the teacher to notice that we're running out
• Tell the teacher right away, even though they're busy
• Shar