Cultural Arts Instructor
About The Position
The Cultural Arts Instructor is responsible for the instruction of pupils registered for class. This role involves developing all lesson plans and activities for specific class topics, ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment, and communicating effectively with participants and their parents. The instructor must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications, adhere to Park District safety procedures, and be able to operate Park District vehicles and handle materials up to 50 pounds. Additionally, the role requires good problem-solving abilities, sound judgment, and the capacity to resolve differences with patrons and collaborate with colleagues.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Experience/knowledge in materials presented in class.
- Criminal background clearance.
- Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
- Present oneself as a positive role model.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patrons and parents.
- Ability to operate Park District vehicles.
- Handling Park District materials up to 50 pounds (assistance provided when necessary).
- Resolve differences and problems that arise with patrons and work together with employees.
- Exhibit good problem solving ability and good judgment in keeping with the mission of the Park District.
Nice To Haves
- Previous teaching experience is desired.
Responsibilities
- Maintain current CPR and Standard First Aid certifications.
- Develop all lesson plans and activities for class.
- Supervise arrival and dismissal of participants.
- Supervise participants at all times and maintain a safe learning environment.
- Give instruction in assigned topic.
- Communicate with parents of the participants.
- Arrive 15 minutes before class to set up and stay until all participants are picked up.
- Administer First Aid according to the Park District’s Communicable Disease Policy.
- Understand the Park District’s safety procedures and requirements, including completion and follow-through on all accident reports, emergency safety procedures, reporting of hazardous equipment, facilities, or conditions and the conduct of any employees under their supervision.
- Report all incidents and potential hazards to the safety committee as soon as possible.
- Attend in-service trainings and meetings as directed by Supervisor.
- Assist all employees of the Park District as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
