Comic and Manga Teacher (Hourly Rate Part-Time)
Hours: 3-5 hours per week
Salary: £15-25 per hour
Bonus: Additional bonus for good performance
Location: 3–5 hours in-school (various locations in West London, North East London) and remaining hours off-site
Contract: Term-Based (Autumn Term, Spring Term & Summer Term)
Overview
We are seeking a passionate and creative Comic and Manga Teacher to inspire and educate children in the appreciation and practice of visual storytelling. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drawing, illustration, and digital art, with a particular enthusiasm for comics and manga. This role requires someone who can foster creativity, imagination, and critical thinking while creating a supportive and engaging learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver lesson plans tailored to a range of skill levels and learning styles.
- Teach core artistic techniques in drawing, inking, character design, storyboarding, and visual storytelling.
- Introduce students to the history and cultural context of comics and manga.
- Encourage students to create original works and support them in building portfolios.
- Assess progress through projects, class participation, and presentations.
- Organise student showcases or exhibitions to celebrate creativity and achievement.
- Collaborate with other educators to integrate comics and manga into cross-disciplinary projects.
- Provide constructive, encouraging feedback to nurture confidence and artistic growth.
Skills & Experience
- Strong knowledge of illustration techniques, both traditional and digital.
- Excellent communication skills to convey artistic concepts clearly.
- Ability to inspire and motivate students of diverse ages and backgrounds.
- Patience and adaptability in teaching methods to suit different learning needs.
- Organisational skills to manage materials, lesson planning, and classroom activities.
- A degree in Fine Arts, Illustration, Education, or related field is preferred (but not essential).
- Previous teaching or workshop experience is an advantage.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to guide and inspire the next generation of artists and storytellers. If you are passionate about comics, manga, and creative education, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £15.00-£25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Education:
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London W12 9BY
