Afterschool Content Creation Instructor - Part Time

YMCA of Central New York • Syracuse, NY

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About The Position

The Afterschool Content Creation Instructor supports the YMCA’s mission and works as part of a team in an afterschool program at a designated school. The instructor teaches art education principles in the class’s given genre and promotes students’ knowledge and interest in art. The role is responsible for student well-being and safety in accordance with YMCA of the USA guidelines, association policies, and required training.

The YMCA describes its mission as strengthening communities and families through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Its work is grounded in the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, and aims to build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Requirements

• A college degree related to the relevant art field, or comparable demonstrable professional experience in the appropriate arts genre, such as performance, teaching, or exhibitions.
• Prior experience working directly with elementary-age students in an art education-related environment.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication, interpersonal, decision-making, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Strong experience and skills in the assigned fine arts field.
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Ability to develop and implement meaningful, creative lesson plans appropriate for the targeted age group.
• Complete annual safety, sexual-harassment prevention, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by human resources before providing direct service.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and bend frequently.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Responsibilities

• Model the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships across the organization and help members connect with one another and the YMCA.
• Maintain a physical presence and remain alert while on duty.
• Know and review emergency procedures, respond immediately to emergencies in accordance with YMCA policies, and complete required reports.
• Develop and deliver arts lessons that build knowledge of art principles and students’ interest in art.
• Ensure the safety of all students.
• Maintain clean and organized classroom spaces.
• Communicate respectfully and clearly with students, administrators, and parents.
• Follow and enforce YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and staff expectations, including child abuse prevention requirements.
• Promote YMCA programs, with a focus on department offerings and member engagement.
• Check equipment, ensure appropriate equipment is available, and clean and store equipment according to branch procedures.
• Attend mandatory meetings and trainings.
• Contribute to the overall success of the YMCA, including stepping up when needed beyond the position description.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time