Arts Program Lead: Mosaics & Ceramics for Adults

TERI Inc.; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Health & Wellness Program

Onsite Fitness Center & OutdoorFitness

Employee Discounts

Generous Paid Time Off

Positive and Supportive Culture

Job summary

TERI Inc. in Oceanside, CA is seeking a DSP-3 Arts Professional to lead engaging art experiences in mosaics, mixed media, and ceramics for adults with developmental disabilities. You will combine hands-on instruction with support to help clients express themselves and gain life skills.

Ideal candidates are artists who believe in creativity's transformative power and thrive in a mission-driven team environment. This is a full-time role with Monday–Friday hours and a $25/hour salary.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Art Education, Studio Art, or related field.
• At least one year of experience with special needs or working with adults.
• Proficiency with mosaics and multiple art media.

Responsibilities

• Support 3–4 individuals in a small group setting through daily scheduled activities.
• Use creative teaching approaches to keep lessons engaging and accessible.
• Plan and lead client-centered art projects tailored to needs and interests.
• Adapt lessons to match learning styles and group dynamics.
• Foster connection, creativity, and confidence daily.
• Assist individuals with self-care and daily living tasks as needed.
• Encourage choice-making and independence in activities.
• Deliver individual program goals and behavior support plans.
• Lead rehearsals for arts programming and TERI events.
• Administer medications and provide basic first aid as trained.

Skills

Teaching approaches

Creativity

Education

BA/BS in Art Education

Job description

TERI Inc. in Oceanside, CA is seeking a DSP-3 Arts Professional to lead engaging art experiences in mosaics, mixed media, and ceramics for adults with developmental disabilities. You will combine hands-on instruction with support to help clients express themselves and gain life skills.

Ideal candidates are artists who believe in creativity's transformative power and thrive in a mission-driven team environment. This is a full-time role with Monday–Friday hours and a $25/hour salary.