Arts Studio Assistant - Part Time

YMCA of Central New York; Town of Manlius (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Central New York seeks an Arts Studio Assistant to support the Arts Instructor and maintain an organized studio environment. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and promoting core values while working with children during after-school and evening sessions.

Under the direction of the Arts Studio Director, you will help with set-up, supervision, and behavior management, ensuring a positive learning experience for participants in the Arts Studio program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Experience working with and monitoring children.
• Strong organizational, verbal and written communication, interpersonal, decision-making and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Arts Instructor with setting up the studio prior to the start of class and help maintain cleanliness and organization.
• Monitor and guide students, reinforce positive behaviors and creative progress.
• Escort children to restrooms and to/from the Prime-Time room and assist in hand washing.
• Address disruptive behaviors per the Arts Studio Orientation Packet and follow all guidelines.
• Maintain required paperwork for the Arts Studio Director and sustain open communication with the Arts Instructor.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

$16.50/hour

Mon-Wed 4:00 - 6:00 pm, Fri 4:00 - 6:00 pm, Sat 9:00 - 11:00 am

A Career with a Cause:

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We focus our work in three key areas, youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We are committed to this cause because a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors.

General Functions:

Under the direction of the Arts Studio Director and the Arts Instructors, the Arts Studio Assistant is a team player who demonstrates strong skills in organization; interpersonal, verbal and written communication; and collaborative relationships. The Arts Studio Assistant will provide assistance to the Art’s Instructor, as well as promote the core character values of the YMCA of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring to build a healthy spirit, mind and body.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist the Arts Instructor with setting up the studio prior to the start of class; help maintain the cleanliness and organization of the Arts Studio.
• Watch the directions being given to students and help students individually to stay on track with directions. Reinforce positive behaviors and creative strides.
• Escort children to the restrooms (at least 2 children each trip) and escort children to and from the Prime-Time room.
• Assist in washing students’ hands at the end of class.
• Handle disruptive behaviors in accordance with the Arts Studio Orientation Packet.
• Follow all guidelines and procedures stated in the Arts Studio Orientation Packet.
• Maintain required paperwork for the Arts Studio Director.
• Sustain open communication between the Arts Instructor and the Arts Studio Director.
• All other duties as assigned by the Arts Studio Director of the Arts Instructors.

Requirements

Experience and Education:

• High School Diploma.
• Experience working and monitoring children of different age groups.

Qualifications:

• Possess and demonstrate excellent organizational, verbal and written communication, interpersonal, decision-making, problem solving and leadership skills.
• Possess and demonstrates ability to work within a team.
• Experience working with children.

Trainings and Certifications:

• Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens and Employee Safety trainings prior to initial assignment to position.
• Must attend and complete Listen First and Youth Protection within 90-days of employment.
• Must attend all other required trainings and workshops.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In accordance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these essential functions.

Work Environment:

Occasionally exposed to dusty environment, face masks are supplied for pouring dry glazes, plaster, and any other materials that contain airborne particles. Noise level is moderate.