Craft Shop Instructor - EPC (2027)

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Estes Park (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of the Rockies is seeking a Craft Shop Instructor in Estes Park, CO. The role involves teaching arts and crafts to guests of all ages, maintaining supplies, and delivering excellent customer service in a safe environment.

Applicants should have arts and crafts experience, be comfortable with children, and hold current First Aid and CPR certification. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience with arts and crafts or background in art education.
• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Must possess current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Uphold YMCA core values in all functions.

Responsibilities

• Teach arts and crafts to people of all ages in a safe environment.
• Maintain inventory and supplies for each section.
• Provide excellent customer service to guests.
• Ensure safety and respond to issues promptly.
• Assist in program development and participate in cleaning.

Skills

Arts and crafts experience

Experience with children

First Aid & CPR certification

Customer service

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Craft and Design Center Director (EPC) or Associate Program Director (SMR), Craft Shop Instructors will develop, implement, and oversee craft programs. This role will provide excellent customer service and engage with guests of all ages.OUR CULTURE: We firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary experiences for our guests and for each other and we expect constant demonstration of our core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Teach arts and crafts to people of all ages and abilities in a safe environment.Maintain inventory to ensure that each section has the necessary supplies.Provide excellent customer service.Predict, prevent, identify and respond to safety issues.Communicate with all guests in a mature, responsible fashionUse computer system to assist guests in purchasing crafts.Assist in program development and advancement.Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidaysParticipate in daily cleaning of program buildings as assigned.Work in other departments or program areas as assigned.REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:Experience with arts and crafts or background in Art Education.Experience working with Children is preferred.Must be at least 18 years oldMust be fluent in speaking EnglishMust enjoy working with peopleMust possess current First Aid and CPR certificationGENERAL YMCA OF THE ROCKIES REQUIREMNTSUphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in all functionsUphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programsPossess excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professionalSupport the Association safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staffPromote a cooperative, positive, and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse environmentMust meet acceptable criminal background check standardsAll other duties as assignedWORK ENVIRONMENT & 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.Must be able to lift 40 poundsMust be able to walk up to two (2) miles on uneven terrainNote: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job.This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities,or qualifications associated with the job.