Evening Arts Activities Instructor

Catholic Charities of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of New York is seeking an Activities Specialist to help participants grow artistically. The role centers on teaching and maintaining scheduled activities across arts, theater, music, dance, and poetry, and organizing exhibitions and performances for the program in New York City.

Part-time position with evenings Monday through Friday 5 pm–9 pm and some Saturdays. Requires a High School Diploma or GED; experience in creative arts and group instruction is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; AA/BA degree a plus.
• One year of experience in the field and knowledge in Creative Arts.
• Experience teaching or training individuals in group settings.
• Experience with lesson plan development.

Responsibilities

• Develop, teach, and maintain scheduled activities.
• Develop arts, theater, music, dance, and poetry.
• Organize exhibitions, performances, and poetry jams.
• Assist with recruitment and retention of participants.
• Maintain bulletin boards and produce event flyers.
• Coordinate program costumes for performances.
• Accompany participants on art, theater, and dance trips.
• Maintain daily attendance for courses.
• Submit weekly reports to the Program Director.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and events.
• Assist other staff when needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Group teaching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AA/BA degree a plus

Job description

Catholic Charities of New York is seeking an Activities Specialist to help participants grow artistically. The role centers on teaching and maintaining scheduled activities across arts, theater, music, dance, and poetry, and organizing exhibitions and performances for the program in New York City.

Part-time position with evenings Monday through Friday 5 pm–9 pm and some Saturdays. Requires a High School Diploma or GED; experience in creative arts and group instruction is preferred.