Corner House Studio is hiring Summer Art Camp Teachers to lead our full-day art camp programming from June through August. This is a seasonal, full-time role (40 hours/week) running approximately 11.5 weeks over the summer.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

• 11.5 weeks, June–August

• Required Commitment: at least 4 consecutive weeks.

About the Role

Art Camp Teachers are the heart of the summer experience at CHS. You'll use our proprietary curriculum and teaching philosophies to lead engaging, artist-centered projects — but because campers are with us for 6+ hours a day, this role goes well beyond art instruction. You'll be supervising outdoor play, leading games during breaks, walking kids to and from the park, managing snack and lunch times, and making sure every child in your care feels safe, supported, and inspired. You'll need real stamina, a grounded presence, and the ability to bring warmth and creativity to a long, full camp day.

If you're an artist who lights up around kids, thrives in dynamic environments, and finds meaning in helping young people feel capable and excited about making things — we want to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Lead and facilitate engaging art projects using our curriculum and teaching philosophy

• Use inquiry and observation to support artists while they work

• Prepare materials and set up the studio according to camp and curriculum plans

• Lead simple games and play-based activities during breaks

• Supervise snack, lunch, outdoor play, and all transitions with full attention

• Walk children safely to and from the park (about .25 miles each way) following safety procedures

• Maintain a calm, grounded presence — even during high-energy camp moments

• Keep the studio clean, organized, and reset between project blocks

• Provide minor first aid and carry emergency materials when directed

• Report all incidents — injuries, safety concerns, or behavior issues — to the Camp Manager promptly

• Welcome students and families with authenticity, confidence, and warmth

• Attend all required staff meetings, trainings, and CPR/First Aid certification (provided by CHS)

This job is for you if…

• You have a genuine love for kids and a friendly, high-energy presence.

• You're passionate about the visual arts and comfortable facilitating art-making processes.

• You're grounded, patient, and able to regulate the energy of a group.

• You enjoy leading games, imaginative play, and outdoor activities just as much as art projects.

• You have excellent situational awareness — especially during outdoor and offsite supervision.

• You communicate clearly, ask for what you need, and give and receive feedback with openness.

• You're reliable, dependable, and committed to showing up fully — every day, on time.

• You bring joy, humor, and creative energy to your team and take initiative to solve problems.

• You're physically able to stay actively engaged with children for 6–7 hours a day in summer conditions.

This job is not for you if…

• You're looking for a low key desk job or a role focused only on art instruction.

• You struggle with punctuality, stamina, or consistent attendance.

• You're not comfortable with the physical demands of full-day supervision including 2 hours a day outdoors in the summer heat.

• You have a hard time staying calm and grounded when things get loud or chaotic.

• You're not open to feedback or find it difficult to communicate your needs directly and respectfully.

About Corner House Studio

Founded in 2023 by Creative Director and lifetime artist Jen Tank, Corner House Studio is a beloved East Bay children's art studio known for high-quality, thoughtfully designed art classes and camps. We help kids grow into curious, capable creators through inspiring materials, process-forward projects, real skill-building, and warm, patient teaching. We're a small team doing meaningful work, and we aim to make this a place where you can do great work and feel supported as a human.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay, competitive, DOE

• CPR/First Aid training provided

To apply, please send your resume and a brief note about yourself to makeart@cornerhouse.studio.

We look forward to hearing from you!