Art Instructor: Community Classes for Seniors & Kids

Arcseattle; California; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ARC–Delridge is seeking a creative and dependable Art Instructor to lead community art classes for seniors, parent/tot participants, and summer camp-aged children in California. You will adapt projects for varying skill levels and abilities, plan engaging age-appropriate activities, and create a safe, inclusive learning environment while maintaining clear communication with ARC staff and participants.

Experience teaching in recreational or community settings and the ability to pass a background

Qualifications

• Experience teaching art in a recreational, educational, or community setting.
• Experience working with seniors and/or young children (parent/tot).
• Background in art education, early childhood education, recreation, or related field.
• Experience teaching summer camps or extended programs.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to work independently and reliably.

Responsibilities

• Lead relaxed, accessible art classes for older adults.
• Adapt projects for varying skill levels and physical abilities.
• Foster creativity, social connection, and enjoyment through art.
• Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate activities based on program type.
• Prepare lesson plans, materials, and classroom setup/cleanup.

Skills

Art instruction

Strong communication

Classroom management

Independent work

Reliability

Education

Art education background

Early childhood education background

Job description

ARC–Delridge is seeking a creative and dependable Art Instructor to lead community art classes for seniors, parent/tot participants, and summer camp-aged children in California. You will adapt projects for varying skill levels and abilities, plan engaging age-appropriate activities, and create a safe, inclusive learning environment while maintaining clear communication with ARC staff and participants.

Experience teaching in recreational or community settings and the ability to pass a background