After-School Digital Art Club Teacher

Digital Art Club Teacher

Location: Schools across London (Mainly SW, NW & Central london)
Hours: After school, 15:30-17:00 term time
Pay: £25 per session + £10 travel stipend

Beta Generation Academy is looking for enthusiastic and reliable teachers to lead our after-school Digital Art Clubs in schools across London.

Our Digital Art Clubs give children the opportunity to explore creativity and learn how to create their own digital artwork using computers and creative technology. Sessions are open, practical, fun and designed to be accessible for children with a range of abilities and experience.

You do not need to be a professional artist or have previous experience teaching digital art. Our programmes use simple, child-friendly tools that are easy to learn and use, and full training and session resources are provided.

What you'll be doing

• Leading fun and engaging digital art sessions for children aged approximately 5–12
• Supporting children as they create their own digital artwork and projects
• Demonstrating simple digital art programmes and creative tools
• Encouraging children to experiment, be creative and develop their ideas
• Helping children with different levels of confidence and ability
• Managing the group and creating a positive, welcoming learning environment

What we're looking for

• Reliable and organised
• Good communication skills
• Enthusiastic, friendly and patient
• Confident and comfortable working with children
• Comfortable using computers and willing to learn new technology
• Creative and enthusiastic about digital art and technology
• Able to commit to at one afternoon per week during term time

Training and Support

No previous experience with our programmes is required. We provide training before you start, along with everything you need to deliver the sessions.

The programmes we use are simple and easy to use, and our session plans and resources guide you through each activity. You will also have support from the Beta Generation Academy team throughout the term.

Please note: this is a self-employed contractor role and we cannot accept applicants who require a student visa.

About Beta Generation Academy

Beta Generation Academy delivers coding, digital creativity and technology programmes for children in schools across London. Our aim is to help children become creators, not just consumers of technology, giving them the skills and confidence to explore, build and create.

If you are creative, enjoy working with children and would love to help young people discover what they can create with technology, we'd love to hear from you.