After-School Arts Instructor: Inspire & Create

YMCA of Central New York; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Central New York is seeking an After School Arts Instructor to join a team delivering arts education in designated schools. The role focuses on planning and implementing creative art lessons for elementary students while upholding YMCA safety and behavior standards.

Applicants should have a degree in art education or relevant professional arts experience, plus strong communication and organizational skills. Part-time afternoon hours apply, with standard YMCA policies in place.

Qualifications

• A college degree related to the position's art field or demonstrable professional experience in the arts.
• Experience working with elementary-age students in art education.
• Strong organizational, verbal and written communication, interpersonal, decision-making and leadership skills.
• Ability to develop and implement meaningful art lessons for the targeted age group.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement arts lessons that increase knowledge of arts principles and student interest.
• Ensure the safety of all students and maintain classroom cleanliness and organization.
• Communicate respectfully with students, administrators, and parents and enforce YMCA policies.

Skills

Art education

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Art Education

Job description

The YMCA of Central New York is seeking an After School Arts Instructor to join a team delivering arts education in designated schools. The role focuses on planning and implementing creative art lessons for elementary students while upholding YMCA safety and behavior standards.

Applicants should have a degree in art education or relevant professional arts experience, plus strong communication and organizational skills. Part-time afternoon hours apply, with standard YMCA policies in place.