Art Instructor I - Part Time

Elkgroveparks; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Elk Grove Park District seeks an Art Instructor to create and implement engaging art lessons for students of all ages. This role requires creativity, effective communication, and leadership skills, with a focus on developing students' artistic abilities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Park District Facility/Program Usage Benefits

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in art and/or teaching.
• Ability to provide leadership and engage students creatively.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement lessons for students of all ages.
• Assist with student projects and maintain a safe working environment.
• Work within a budget to develop art projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Organization

Safety Precautions Knowledge

Education

College degree in Art

Job description

Pay Rate: Starting at $15.00 per hour
(Also includes some Park District Facility/Program Usage Benefits)

Hours: Various hours

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Art/Special Events Manager, the Art Instructor is responsible for creating and implementing art-based curriculum and leading students through various lessons

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Create and implement lessons for all ages
• Create example and Demonstrate project steps
• Assist students with projects including set-up and clean up
• Engage students in the creative process to help develop their skills
• Communicate effectively and professionally with participants, parents and staff
• Work within a budget
• Work with Arts/Events manager to devise age appropriate art projects that work with supplies available
• Perform the job safely and in compliance with District policies, procedures, work and safety rules, and the employee handbook
• Maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform other duties as directed by the Art/Special Events Manager

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrate the ability to provide leadership
• Organized, creative, flexible, and effective communication skills
• Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Three to five years of experience in the art field and/or teaching
• College degree in Art or related field preferred but not required

Elk Grove Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Summary of Benefits