Program Instructor 2 – Arts – Performing/Dramatic Arts

Jobtailor; Milton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton is seeking an engaging instructor to lead junior and senior performing arts classes for ages 7–12. You will provide instruction and artistic support while maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

You will develop seasonal program outlines, facilitate lectures, adapt activities to participants, and supervise volunteers, staff, and communication with parents and the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years teaching/program instruction experience.
• Standard First Aid and CPR C required.
• HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development are assets.
• NCCP certification required for sports-related programming.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and artistic support to Junior and Senior Performing Arts classes for ages 7–12.
• Ensure a safe, well-supervised, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Develop seasonal program outlines and facilitate lectures or demonstrations.
• Adapt daily programming to participant needs and provide independent work time.
• Receive parent/participant concerns and incidents and communicate to supervisor.
• Oversee volunteers and assistant staff and build positive relationships with staff.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Program Planning

Standard First Aid CPR C

NCCP Certification

HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Early Childhood Education Certificate

Job description

• Provide instruction and artistic support to Junior and Senior Performing Arts classes for ages 7–12 at FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton
• Ensure a safe, well-supervised, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Provide seasonal program outlines and facilitate lectures or demonstrations at each class
• Adapt daily programming to participant needs and provide independent-work time and one‑on‑one assistance
• Receive and communicate parent/participant concerns and incidents to the supervisor
• Guide and oversee volunteers and assistant staff
• Build positive relationships and clear communication with staff and participants
• Maintain a safe and clean facility and communicate equipment or facility needs
• Assess and address potential risks and comply with health and safety requirements
• Coordinate with the customer service desk regarding program updates and emergencies
• Develop, prepare, and modify material lists and lesson plans
• Provide lesson plans, updates, and feedback to the immediate supervisor
• Attend mandatory training, meetings, staff functions, and allocated program times
• Report accidents and incidents and complete required forms
• Submit payroll forms and maintain accurate attendance and administrative records

Requirements

• Secondary School Diploma
• Minimum of three (3) years teaching/program instruction experience
• Standard First Aid and CPR C
• HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development (children’s programs)
• NCCP required for sports related programming
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Strong knowledge and aptitude in a specific area of interest/specialized field
• Familiar with a variety of artistic techniques, practices and materials, with relevant performing arts skills such as drama, music, choreography, dance, or theatre
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective program planning and service delivery skills
• Post-Secondary Education related to a specialized field is preferred
• Early Childhood Education Certificate, related workshops/certifications, and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or equivalent are assets
• Experience working with the targeted age group and persons with special needs is an asset

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in program instruction and artistic support for children aged 7-12, with a focus on creating inclusive and engaging learning environments. Proficient in lesson planning, risk assessment, and effective communication with parents and staff.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Teaching Experience
• Program Planning
• Standard First Aid and CPR C
• NCCP Certification
• HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development

Hard Skills

• Program Instruction
• Lesson Planning
• Artistic Techniques
• Performing Arts Skills
• Risk Assessment
• Crisis Prevention Intervention
• Special Needs Experience
• Administrative Record Keeping
• Communication with Parents
• Volunteer Oversight

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• Relationship Building
• Adaptability
• Team Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Secondary School Diploma
• Early Childhood Education Certificate
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Industry Keywords

• Performing Arts
• Child Development
• Inclusive Learning
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Volunteer Management