Creative Arts Instructor

BGC St. Alban's Club•Toronto, ON

8d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

BGC Weston-Mount Dennis & Lawrence Heights Clubs serves children and youth in the Lawrence Heights, Weston-Mount Dennis, and surrounding communities. We provide social, physical, educational, creative, seasonal, and community support programs that empower young people to build confidence, develop skills, and thrive. We are seeking a creative, energetic, and organized Creative Arts Instructor/Art & Craft Staff to lead engaging programming for children ages 12-18 years, creating a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment.

Requirements

Experience working with children ages 12-18
Strong background or interest in arts, crafts, or creative programming
Passion for creativity, youth engagement, and hands-on learning
Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills
Excellent organization, time management, and problem-solving abilities
Valid First Aid & CPR certification
Police Reference Check (to be completed upon hiring)
Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
Be legally entitled to work in Canada

Nice To Haves

Education in Fine Arts, Design, or related field
Experience with a variety of art mediums (painting, crafts, digital art, etc.)
HIGH FIVE: Principles of Healthy Child Development certification

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and lead art and craft activities for children ages 12-18
Create a safe, supportive, and enjoyable environment for all participants
Design and facilitate fun, creative, and inclusive art projects
Teach a variety of art techniques (painting, drawing, DIY crafts, mixed media, etc.)
Prepare lesson plans and structured creative programming
Encourage creativity, self-expression, and confidence in participants
Adapt activities to meet different skill levels and abilities
Ensure programming is age-appropriate, inclusive, non-competitive, and skill-based
Maintain safety standards and supervise participants at all times (including headcounts)
Manage behavior and resolve conflicts using positive and respectful techniques
Ensure all materials and supplies are safe, organized, and well-maintained
Complete administrative tasks (attendance, reports, etc.) in a timely manner
Build and maintain positive relationships with youth, staff, volunteers, and families
Participate in staff training, meetings, and orientation sessions
Follow all Club policies and procedures, including incident response protocols
Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to each scheduled shift