Part-Time / Full-Time | Weekday & Weekend Teaching | Singapore
At Little Artists Art Studio, we have nurtured creativity, artistic skill, and confidence in thousands of students for over 28 years.
As we continue to strengthen and expand our Fine Arts programmes, we are looking for an accomplished and committed Fine Arts Instructor specialising in Painting, Drawing, and Sketching to join our teaching team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong practising artist or art educator who is passionate about developing the next generation of young artists.
About the Role
We are seeking an art educator with strong practical and technical expertise in:
- Drawing and observational sketching
- Pencil, charcoal, ink, and pastel techniques
- Watercolour, acrylic, and oil painting
- Portraiture, figure drawing, still life, landscape, and composition
- Colour theory, perspective, proportion, tonal development, and visual storytelling
The ideal candidate should be confident in teaching children and teenagers across different ability levels—from foundational learners to advanced Fine Arts and portfolio students.
The instructor should be able to combine structured technical training with creative exploration, helping students develop strong artistic foundations, individual expression, and confidence in their work.
This position is open to part-time and full-time applicants, with teaching opportunities available on weekdays and weekends.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach engaging and technically rigorous classes in painting, drawing, and sketching
- Train students in observational drawing, proportion, perspective, composition, colour theory, and tonal development
- Demonstrate techniques across pencil, charcoal, pastel, watercolour, acrylic, oil, ink, and mixed media
- Guide students in portraiture, figure studies, still life, landscapes, imaginative composition, and conceptual artwork
- Adapt teaching methods to suit different ages, abilities, learning styles, and artistic goals
- Support students in developing creativity, artistic confidence, and a distinctive visual voice
- Plan and execute structured Fine Arts projects aligned with the studio’s curriculum
- Assess students’ progress and provide clear, constructive, and motivating feedback
- Prepare advanced students for exhibitions, competitions, portfolio development, and art-school applications where required
- Follow the studio’s teaching standards, curriculum structure, classroom procedures, and SOPs
- Maintain a professional, organised, safe, and inspiring studio environment
- Communicate professionally with students, parents, and the internal academic and administrative teams
- Support exhibitions, portfolio reviews, workshops, and special studio projects when required
Requirements
- Qualification in Fine Arts, Painting, Drawing, Illustration, Art Education, or a related discipline
- Strong technical ability in painting, drawing, and observational sketching
- Sound understanding of colour theory, composition, perspective, proportion, anatomy, and tonal values
- Ability to demonstrate techniques clearly and guide students through different stages of an artwork
- Prior experience teaching children or teenagers is preferred
- Comfortable teaching group classes in a professional studio environment
- Able to work with both beginners and advanced Fine Arts students
- Reliable, organised, patient, energetic, and passionate about art education
- Able to work on weekends and/or weekdays
- A strong portfolio of personal artwork and/or student work is mandatory
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary:
- Senior Art Teachers: SGD $3,000 - $5,000/month + CPF
- Full-Time Teachers: SGD $2,600 - $3,500/month + CPF
- Part-Time Teachers: SGD $1,200 - $1,700/month + CPF
- Flexible Schedules: Full-time, part-time, or student-friendly options.
- Performance-Based Incentives: Including bonuses and promotions.
- Learning & Development:
- Training in modern teaching techniques.
- Opportunities to expand your expertise in unique art forms.
- Health Benefits: Medical claims for full-time employees.
- Work-Life Balance: Day shifts and flexible weekend availability.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Resume
- Strong portfolio showcasing multidisciplinary skills (mandatory)
- Brief cover note outlining your experience with children and multidisciplinary art
Pay: $3,000.00 - $5,000.00 per month
Education:
- Bachelor's or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Teaching Fine Arts: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person