Art Instructor
About The Position
The Art Instructor will lead art classes for kids and adults ranging from ages 3 to 18+. Art classes will explore a variety of styles of art, including but not limited to sketching, painting, clay and pottery, papier-mache, craft, and more. The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2026 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for the third consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.
Requirements
- Must be 15 years of age or older
- Demonstrate ability to develop and teach skills
- Prior knowledge and at least 1 year of experience in program area
- Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs
- Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Responsibilities
- Assists with specific activities, routines and/or games for all participants.
- Leads with enthusiasm and positive motivation in program.
- Manage all equipment to ensure safety.
- Maintains a clean and risk-free environment.
- Ensures all children are picked up by a parent.
- Promotes other YMCA programs by handing out brochures, answering questions, or referral to appropriate person.
- Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
- Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
- Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
- 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education reimbursement
- Tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
- Career development and paid training
- Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
