The Atelierista possesses a background in visual arts, music, or computer science. The role entails
supporting children’s creativity and learning and assisting children in introducing different ways to
express themselves. The Atelierista works with children and team members in the atelier to
provide STEAM experiences designed to engage students in the processes of investigation and
inquiry to discover new information. The Atelierista is not only an art/technology teacher but
also contributes to program projects in many ways as they consider teachers and students their
internal customers in the process of knowledge construction.
Responsibilities:
• Request materials for the month
• Follow the curriculum guidelines and teach the lesson plans in the curriculum ensuring
that there is a broad range of creative experiences available for the children at all times
• Provide a stimulating environment for children and staff to work on long-term projects
and providing a wide range of materials giving children the opportunity to express
themselves through as many “languages” as possible
• Assist the Director in developing staff awareness of working with children to encourage their
learning through creative expression, individually, and as part of a group
• Developing staff understanding of the documentation process
• Providing training for other staff and monitoring their progress on an ongoing basis
• Producing documentation boards
• Encourage children to experiment in creative ways and to innovate
• Nurture kids’ excitement for discovery and help them make connections between what
they know and could know
• Encourage teachers and students to learn in new ways nurturing their identity of the next
generation of learners
• Assist teachers and students in preparing the PBL presentation for the parents
Qualifications:
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Degree required
• Experience in art and technology
• Experience working in an educational setting (preferred)