Art Instructor - Community Integration

Exceptional Childrens Foundation•Inglewood, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, the Art Instructor-Community Integration will be responsible for teaching art to adults with varying degrees of learning, behavioral, emotional, and intellectual disabilities. This position involves conducting art classes within the program and leading community outings to art museums, parks, and other cultural sites across Los Angeles County. The instructor will drive the Art Center van for these outings, ensuring that art instruction extends beyond the classroom. The teaching will cover various artistic media, including painting, drawing, and mixed media, with the instructor specializing in at least one area of art. Additionally, the instructor will implement special education strategies and behavior treatment plans tailored to each participant’s needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and one demonstrable art skill
Six months in any combination of the following: studio work, teaching (including undergrad TA positions), work on public and private art projects, art installations, work in art museums, or any other directly related experience.
Knowledge in one art specialty area
Effective verbal and written communication skills to teach adult artists
Ability to use ECF vehicle to transport consumers for community outings
Availability to teach all consumers in the Art Center Program.
Portfolio of completed work
Available for weekend and evening work for art shows
Provide evidence of a negative TB test
Obtain and maintain NCI, First Aid and CPR certification
Driving is an essential function of this position. Proof of valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, evidence of state-mandated car insurance, and insurable driving record are required.
While driving for work, should a need arise, the employee’s insurance is deemed primary and ECF’s coverage is secondary.

Responsibilities

Creating the monthly calendar for the Art Center supported by the Program Supervisor.
Work with Program participants to integrate them into the surrounding communities while enhancing their quality of life.
Play an integral part in participant community integration including integrating participants with a 1:3 ratio in person centered community activities – exploring community resources based on participant choice.
Use ECF vehicles to transport participants to community activities and events.
Maintain outing logs and report issues immediately.
Implement artistic, educational, and behavioral support plans for assigned consumers, referring to consumers IPP (Individual Program Plan).
Ensure consumers’ well-being during operating hours of the Art Center, while on the premises, and out in the community.
Implement artistic support for ECF artists through online and remote learning platforms, and as directed by Program Supervisor.
Maintain case notes and participate in meetings and other in-services as assigned.
Ensure consumers’ attendance books are accurate and complete.
Provide supervision during consumers’ arrival, departure, and lunchtime.
Give instruction in the proper use of materials, care, and protection of art work, production of saleable art, and help consumers to become proficient in at least one art media.
Ensure the safe use of equipment, including basic safety measures to be used when working with various tools, machines, and materials, safe lifting procedures, etc.
Create any protocols needed for increased safety.
Monitor artist throughout their entire art project.
Assist and instruct consumers on projects related to their IPP.
Set up/prepare equipment to be used on a daily basis and maintain equipment; ensure supplies are ordered and maintained.
Ensure all art equipment is being properly used and maintained by consumers and assigned studio area is maintained and clean.
Participate in staff meetings to identify and implement artistic, educational, psychological and social objectives for each client.
Follow appropriate protocol and policies in assisting consumers during any incidents or seizures.
Employ NCI procedures as needed to assist consumers who are exhibiting aggressive behavior.
Adhere to ECF’s Illness and Injury Prevention Safety Program and follow ECF guidelines for reporting medical emergencies, suspected abuse or neglect and unusual incidents to counseling or supervisory staff.
Implement First Aid/CPR as necessary.
Assist consumers with personal hygiene needs and incidents of incontinence.
Be available to help promote the Art Centers during work hours. This includes but is not limited to informing the public of the Art Center mission and services when the public is touring Art Center facilities, asking questions during events, or inquiring about how they can support the program.
Support Art Center events and programs through distribution of materials and information to all interested parties.
Staff and supervise special exhibits and Art Center work at various locations and times.
Assist in organizing art shows and events which may include matting, framing, and installation and tear down of shows.
Greet the public and assist consumers with presenting and discussing their work with the public.
Comply with ECF’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Ensure safe use and operation of tools and/or equipment.
Comply with ECF policies and procedures, including mandated reporting requirements.
Regular, reliable in-person attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.