Art Instructor for After-School & Community Studio

Youngstown Area Jewish Federation; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free membership at the JCC/Logan Swim/

Discounted daycare and summer camp atJ

Discounted rates on programming

Job summary

Youngstown Area Jewish Federation is seeking a School of Visual Arts Instructor to bring art to life for participants of all ages. The role includes after-school classes, community programs, Open Studio supervision, and senior living classes, with opportunities to inspire and educate across our community.

The ideal candidate will create engaging lesson plans, integrate art history and various styles, and maintain a professional, collaborative approach with staff and participants.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of teaching experience.
• Comfortable with diverse demographics.
• Highly organized with self-motivation.
• Strong understanding of art mediums.

Responsibilities

• Instruct various visual art classes per descriptions.
• Create and teach after-school art classes (2 weekly).
• Lead monthly Senior Living and community classes.
• Supervise Open Studio twice a month.
• Develop age-appropriate lesson plans and routines.
• Communicate concepts clearly and cultivate student creativity.
• Maintain art history knowledge and trends.
• Manage time and prep workspace; start/end on time.
• Assist with supplies inventory and ordering.
• Record attendance and follow registration procedures.
• Coordinate with Manager, Director, and facilities teams.
• Maintain professional, enthusiastic relationships with participants and staff.
• Adhere to JCC policies and complete extra duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Art education

Art mediums

Organization skills

Tools

Club Automation

Google Suite

Job description

Youngstown Area Jewish Federation is seeking a School of Visual Arts Instructor to bring art to life for participants of all ages. The role includes after-school classes, community programs, Open Studio supervision, and senior living classes, with opportunities to inspire and educate across our community.

The ideal candidate will create engaging lesson plans, integrate art history and various styles, and maintain a professional, collaborative approach with staff and participants.