Specialty Instructor - Arts/Crafts

Prince William County Government•Prince William County, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a highly motivated Specialty Instructor to teach art classes for children and adults, including artist, leather tooling, cookie decorating, and floral arrangement workshops. This position is located at the Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center. Specialty instructors work independently and are responsible for activity planning, supervision of students, participant safety, customer service, and providing a quality experience to those enrolled in the program. Classes are planned for evenings and/or weekends during the school year with the opportunity to teach art camps in the summer. Hours are part-time in nature and vary based on class enrollment. Candidates must have the flexibility to work evening hours.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older.
High School Diploma/G.E.D.
Experience teaching and supervising students ages 14+.
Experience, interest, and knowledge in their area of expertise.
Experience working with children.
Demonstrate a high level of enthusiasm and caring for the program and its participants.
Requires special training in specified activity.
Requires knowledge and experience in specified activity.
Customer service principles.
Basic exercise science principles and theories.
Recordkeeping principles.
Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations.
Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
Modern office technology.
Computers and related software applications.
Providing customer service.
Monitoring the use of equipment.
Maintaining basic operational records and reports.
Using a computer and related software applications.
Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards.
Utilizing computers and relevant software applications.
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Nice To Haves

Strong background in arts & crafts including drawing, design, and painting.
Cookie decorating is a plus.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement age-appropriate art lessons.
Develop an appreciation for the fine arts.
Teach fundamental art/craft concepts and techniques, such as color theory, perspective, and composition.
Encourage students to be creative and provide individual and group instruction.
Observe and evaluate students' work to assess their progress.
Communicate with parents about their child's progress.
Develop list of supplies and equipment needed for lessons.
Carry out program plans, activities, and lessons.
Set up equipment or materials needed for a class and clean up after program.
Provide excellence in customer service by answering questions and providing information to the public.
Maintain and prepare equipment and facility and maintain related records.
Enforce program and facility rules; provide emergency care and treatment as required.
Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.