Creative Arts Workshop thrives because of the creativity, generosity, and dedication of the people who support our mission. Whether you’re interested in volunteering, sharing your professional expertise, teaching, interning, or joining our staff, there are many ways to become part of our vibrant artistic community.
Volunteer Opportunities
Creative Arts Workshop programming would not be possible without the time, energy, and dedication of our volunteers. Volunteers help us strengthen our programs, care for our historic facility, welcome visitors, and support special events throughout the year.
We are currently seeking volunteers to assist with:
- Small building improvement and maintenance projects
- Interior painting
- Groundskeeping and landscaping
- Public relations and communications
- Graphic design and marketing
- Special events and community outreach
- Visitor services and front desk support
Whether you can contribute a few hours or make a longer-term commitment, your support makes a meaningful difference.
Interested in volunteering?
Please click here to apply.
Summer Arts Adventures: Junior Teaching Assistants
Creative Arts Workshop is seeking enthusiastic young people to serve as Junior Teaching Assistants during our Summer Arts Adventures program.
Junior Teaching Assistants work alongside teaching artists and staff to help create a positive, engaging, and supportive environment for campers. Responsibilities may include assisting with art activities, helping prepare materials, supporting classroom management, and serving as positive role models for younger students.
This is an unpaid volunteer position that provides valuable experience for students interested in art education, youth development, and community service.
Interested in becoming a Junior Teaching Assistant?
Click here to apply.
Donate Your Professional Expertise
One of the most impactful ways to support Creative Arts Workshop is by donating your professional services.
As a small nonprofit organization, we often rely on skilled professionals who generously contribute their expertise through short-term projects or ongoing engagements. Professional volunteers help us expand our capacity and strengthen our impact throughout the community.
Areas where professional expertise is particularly valuable include:
- Marketing and communications
- Graphic design
- Photography and videography
- Information technology
- Fundraising and development
- Human resources
- Legal services
- Accounting and finance
- Facilities and construction projects
Click here if you are interested in contributing your professional expertise to CAW.
Current Opportunities
Visitor Services Assistant (Part-Time)
Creative Arts Workshop is seeking dependable, friendly, and service-oriented individuals to join our Visitor Services team.
As a Visitor Services Assistant, you will often be the first person students, visitors, donors, artists, and community members encounter when they visit CAW. This role plays an essential part in creating a welcoming and positive experience for everyone who enters our building.
This is a part-time, onsite position with daytime, evening, and weekend shifts available.
Responsibilities
- Welcome visitors and assist with inquiries
- Provide exceptional customer service
- Support student registration and administrative functions
- Answer phones and respond to emails
- Assist with special projects and organizational needs
- Serve as a knowledgeable ambassador for CAW’s programs and mission
Qualifications
We are looking for candidates who:
- Enjoy working with people and providing excellent customer service
- Demonstrate patience, professionalism, and strong problem-solving skills
- Are highly organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities
- Work well independently and as part of a team
- Possess strong communication skills
Candidates should have experience with common office software, including:
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Zoom
- Adobe Creative Cloud or Canva (preferred)
Experience with registration, CRM, or donor management systems is helpful but not required; training will be provided.
Bilingual English/Spanish candidates are encouraged to apply.
Interviews will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Posted: June 2026
Click here to apply as a Visitor Services Assistant.
Teaching Artists
Creative Arts Workshop is continually seeking talented artists and educators to expand our roster of teaching artists for both onsite and online classes and workshops.
We welcome expressions of interest from artists working across a wide range of visual arts disciplines.
We are looking for individuals who have:
- Demonstrated excellence in artistic practice
- Experience teaching students of varying ages and skill levels
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- An interest in fostering inclusive and welcoming learning environments
- Curiosity about diverse artistic traditions, cultures, and community-based art practices
Click here to apply as a CAW teaching artist.
Figure Models
Creative Arts Workshop is accepting applications for figure models in our Drawing + Painting Department.
Both clothed and nude modeling opportunities are available. Previous experience is welcome but not always required.
Figure models play a vital role in supporting artists and students as they develop observational drawing and painting skills.
[Apply to Become a Figure Model]
Internships
Creative Arts Workshop periodically offers internship opportunities for students and emerging professionals interested in arts administration, marketing, gallery operations, nonprofit management, community engagement, and arts education.
Internships provide hands-on experience while supporting the mission of one of Connecticut’s oldest community art schools.
Click here to apply for a CAW internship!
Interviews will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Posted: January 2026