Studio Assistant

OVERVIEW

We are seeking upbeat, eager- to- learn, art -loving/kid-loving Studio Assistants to support our art studio programming of art and play classes, camps, and parties.  Candidates will be hard- working, friendly, proactive, motivated, responsible team players who get satisfaction from organization, cleaning, and a job well- done.

Our Studio Assistants will be responsible for:

  • Assisting with set- up of studio environment upon arrival for a class, party, or camp.  This includes light cleaning and tidying, restocking paper goods, and prepping materials as delegated by your lead studio facilitator.  We value a clean and inviting studio environment.

  • Assisting the facilitation of our classes, camps, and parties by refilling materials for students as needed, orienting families to the space, looking out for the safety of our students, engaging our students in play, and assisting our students with technical problems while they are creating.  During our programming you will play a supportive role to the lead facilitator (teacher) and will take direction as needed.

  • Helping supervise groups of children.

  • Assisting in the maintenance of  a safe, clean, pleasing studio environment

  • Assisting with clean up of the studio environment after a program ends, including but not limited to washing and drying dishes and brushes, sweeping, mopping, taking our trash, and wiping surfaces.  Maintaining a clean and organized work environment for the next class is very important for our operation and we have high standards for cleanliness.

  • Prepping materials for upcoming classes, camps, and parties as needed.

This role will report to our Studio Managers in South Orange and/or Montclair.

IN THIS ROLE YOU’LL GET TO:

  • Be surrounded by creativity and ideas in a child and art centered company.

  • Play a key role in supporting our studio operations and our values.

  • Inspire children and families through play experiences and art exploration.

  • Be a role model

  • Be an integral part of our creative team.

  • Have a flexible work schedule and a community of educators/ creatives who support each other.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE:

  • Belief in our company vision and value of the creative work we do for our communities.

  • Must be 15 years old +

  • 1 year of experience working with children ages 4-8 OR 1 year working in studio environment or food service.

  • Hands- on experience with many types of art materials

  • A desire to learn quickly.

  • A love for being present with children.

  • Communication skills to help work with various people and personalities.

  • Ability to problem solve.

  • A commitment to reflecting on your work.

  • Excellent time management skills.

  • Ability to inspire confidence and create trust.

  • Pride in your work.

  • An appreciation for an organized work environment.

  • Willingness to clean: disinfect, sweep and mop, do dishes, etc.

WHAT WE’LL BRING TO THE TABLE:

  • Openness to new ideas and ways of working

  • A genuine desire to share knowledge and learn from one another

  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and via email

  • Schedule Flexibility

  • A reflective culture of team support and development.

  • Complimentary classes and family discounts for our programming.

THIS ROLE IS PROBABLY NOT RIGHT FOR YOU IF:

  • You are not comfortable in a friendly and social role

  • You don’t like to clean.

  • You don’t enjoy being around children.

  • You like ideas more than action.

  • You want to take the lead on facilitating classes.

  • You’re afraid to ask questions or say “I don’t know.” 

  • You are not willing to compromise.

COMPENSATION, SCHEDULE & LOCATION

  • Compensation:

    • Studio Assistant roles start at $15 an hour for ages 15 +

  • Schedule:

    • Part Time, scheduled seasonally, weekend availability strongly preferred.

  • Locations:

    • Oh! Canary 165 Valley Street, South Orange, NJ

    • Oh! Canary 237 Lorraine Ave, Montclair, NJ

TO APPLY, PLEASE EMAIL US YOUR RESUME/ AVAILABILITY AND TELL US WHY YOU WANT TO WORK WITH US HELLO@OHCANARY.COM