Creative Arts Instructor

BGC St. Alban's ClubToronto, ON
$18Onsite

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
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