Art Education Coordinator - Hybrid NJ

Partnerships Education Coordinator

One River Partnerships Team is seeking an Education Coordinator as a key team member responsible for supporting the delivery and growth of educational programming at One River School of Art Design. With a focus on educational needs of the partnerships programs, this role builds relationships with schools, community organizations, and other partners to expand access to art education. This position is partially remote. One day per week is required in Englewood NJ, the rest of the time you will be traveling to partnership program sites throughout Northern and Central NJ and working from home.

Who we are:

Founded in 2012 in Englewood, NJ, “one river” west of New York City, One River School has embarked on a mission to "transform art education"® in America. Today, our innovative program teaches thousands of students in fifteen locations across six states. If you are ready for a career where you will make a real difference to the community in your area, we are ready to share our proven and highly successful business model with you.

We aim to be the “best place to work in the arts” - we promise to be upfront about what the job entails and give you a realistic picture of what to expect if you work for us.

What you will do:

Operational Management:

• This position will work closely with internal teams, partners, and external stakeholders to manage and coordinate partnerships that drive One Rivers' growth, community impact, and brand visibility
• Maintain relationships with current and potential partners, including local schools, companies, community organizations, and industry professionals
• Organize and monitor a team of instructors to create inspirational classroom experiences, managing curriculum, art supplies, and digital equipment
• Develop strategies to enhance partnership retention and satisfaction
• Develop curriculum to fit the needs of each unique program

• Recruit, interview, and hire educators
• Troubleshoot any issues that arise and follow up consistently with educators through 1:1 management and classroom shadowing
• Fill in for educators if absences occur and be present for onsite program needs
• Research potential sites/organizations that would benefit from One River programs

• Create teaching schedule for teachers and teachers assistants
• Assist in finding class coverages by communicating with currently employed educators
• Work closely alongside the Director of Partnerships to cultivate lasting relationships with partners and educators
• Maintain teacher retention
• Develop training programs for educators for professional develop needs
• Report weekly to the Director of partnerships to review priorities and developments
• The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, highly organized, detail oriented, and have a strong understanding of operations and educational development within a creative environment
• May require teaching programs periodically

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in educational setting
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Passion for the arts and understanding of One River School’s mission is essential
• Clean current drivers license
• Able to travel and work onsite with educators in tri-state area
• Driven and goal oriented
• BA in Art, Art Education, Marketing, or Communications Degree
• Strong knowledge of fine arts techniques and mediums

Benefits/compensation:

• Competitive salary of $50,000 - 55,000

• Health company pays 60% of health premiums, dental, and vision insurance
• 10 Vacation days rising to 15 after 5 years
• 2 Personal days
• 5 Sick days
• 1 Floating holiday
• Professional development opportunities

• A supportive and creative working environment

One River is an Equal Opportunity Employer institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, pregnancy or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.