Art Instructor

PARK DISTRICT OF OAK PARK•Oak Park, IL

1d•$15 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Arts & Crafts Instructor is a Part-Time Position. We offer competitive compensation, PTO and an employee discount for part-time employees. We are looking for energetic, friendly, and creative people interested in leading and creating unique Arts & Crafts classes. This is a wonderful opportunity for those looking for part-time work with plenty of room to grow. Job Purpose: The Arts & Crafts Instructor leads and acts as a role model to a group of children or adults in a specific area of the visual arts. Program area depends on assignment and area of expertise. Instructors develop, implement and engage participants in lessons and activities while ensuring safety. A high priority is placed on energy, creativity, communication, organization, and risk management with this position.

Requirements

Must have at least 1-3 years of art instructor experience.
Must obtain Mandated Reporter Certification.
Knowledge of age-appropriate art and/or recreational activities.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be organized, responsible, professional, and able to coordinate a wide variety of activities.
Must have the ability to solve problems as they arise and be able to perform tasks without direct supervision.
Must possess basic knowledge of a variety of age appropriate activities or skills applicable to assignment.
Must be highly motivated and able to assume a positive and active role in programming, even while working under potentially stressful conditions (hot or cold weather, upset or injured participants, etc.)
Must have the ability to be firm with participants when necessary, enforce park district rules, and make sound decisions in order to secure the safety and well-being of all participants, facilities, and equipment.
Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 3 months of employment and keep certification current. The Park District will provide this training.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 2 years of college majoring in visual or performing arts; B.A. in visual fine arts or 4 years instructing arts preferred.
Experience working with youth, especially in a recreation, visual arts setting, preferred.
Experience in planning and implementing daily lesson plans.

Responsibilities

Instruct visual art lessons to children or adults based on program description/medium assignment. Classes vary between one day workshops and 4-6 week long classes that meet once a week.
Guide and develop participants individual talents to create quality visual art pieces for take home at the end of the program or workshop.
Participate in maintaining cleanliness of facility and supplies as well as properly storing and organizing equipment/materials on site.
Monitor and maintain the safety of all participants.
Communicate with parents/guardians about daily activities and student progress when needed.
Set and enforce rules and expectations.
Understand, communicate, and enforce Park District rules and policies to participants and the public.
Attend all staff meetings and training programs as specified.
Create detailed lesson plans and calendars that include a variety of age appropriate activities to keep participants active, excited, safe, and engaged.
Instruct lessons based on proper technique per assigned medium, lead the daily lesson, as well as initiate spontaneous activities to accommodate agenda conflicts/changes.
Address any participant behavior/disciplinary issues with the appropriate individuals.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive public image by addressing questions and concerns from staff, patrons, participants, and parents immediately
Manage allotted budget and retain receipts, make purchase as needed.
Become familiar with participants; know their names, personalities, skills and interests.
Identify and observe equipment daily for possible maintenance needs and adjustments; report maintenance needs to Supervisor.
Complete all paperwork as required including, but not limited to reports and logs.
Occasionally assist with events and programs.
Complete other duties as assigned by Supervisor or other Park District administration.
Model and promote good leadership and teamwork in campers; prepare lessons and/or discussions on these topics that correlate with weekly activities