M Cultural Arts Instructor III

City of Englewood; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Englewood is seeking a part-time Cultural/Fine Arts Instructor to teach painting, drawing, ceramics, weaving, and related crafts to an older adult population. The role requires creativity, dependability, and the ability to adapt lessons for a range of skill levels. Teaching experience with older adults is preferred.

Instructors are paid for scheduled class time when in attendance and report to the Recreation Supervisor. CPR & First Aid certification is preferred. Open until filled.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of art subject matter and be able to teach and guide older adults.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet varying levels and abilities.
• Experience working with older adults in instructional settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver art instruction in a positive, professional manner.
• Use creative, interactive, and engaging teaching methods.
• Maintain attendance records and report to the Recreation Supervisor.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with staff and participants.
• Follow all City of Englewood Parks and Recreation policies and procedures.

Skills

Art knowledge

Teaching methods

Older adults

Education

Art education/experience

Job description

SUMMARY

Cultural/Fine Arts Instructors must have knowledge of subject matter (the art of painting, drawing, ceramics, weaving, needle arts, crafts, etc.) enough so to be skilled at teaching and guiding students through the process. Curriculum must be adaptable to meet the wants and needs of the older adult population. Instructor must be dependable, flexible, and able to adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the needs of participants of all levels and abilities. Instructor must encourage a respectful environment for all patrons and develop a positive rapport with patrons. Preference is given to instructors that have an interest in offering new classes periodically.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Malley Recreation Supervisor

Direct Reports: N/A

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The list of examples of work is not intended to be all-inclusive. They establish a flexible, functional base from which the incumbent operates. They may also be modified with additions, deletions, or changes required to obtain organizational goals and objectives.

• Must be responsible and punctual.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of subject areas and arrives prepared for lessons.
• Presents art instruction in a positive, professional, and motivational manner.
• Be prepared to teach using creative, interactive, and engaging teaching methods.
• Communicates in an enthusiastic, warm, and friendly demeanor
• Must enjoy working with the older adult population, to include varying levels of expertise.
• Maintains record of class attendance and reports to the Recreation Supervisor
• Reports all concerns or rescheduling to the Recreation Supervisor.
• Attend occasional special events to promote classes and connect with community.
• Instructors are paid for scheduled class time when in attendance.
• Demonstrate ability to work with groups of people, communicate clearly and effectively and collaborate as part of a team.
• Ability to work with groups of people, communicate clearly and effectively, and collaborate as part of a team
• Must follow and understand all City of Englewood Parks and Recreation Policies and Procedures.

EDUCATION

• Any combination of Art education and/or experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and physical abilities necessary for excellent job performance.

RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

Any combination of Art education and/or experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and physical abilities necessary for excellent job performance.

• Prefer experience working with older adults in an instruction setting

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, or CERTIFICATIONS

• CPR & First Aid

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Principles, practices and teaching methods and techniques that provide positive motivation for a variety of levels.

PHYSICAL EXERTION

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Encounters with hazardous conditions (including electrical currents, heavy equipment, fumes, bodily fluids, extreme temperatures, threatening behaviors, inadequate lighting, restricted movement, or intense noise) is:

Limited (less than 1% of Time)

Seldom (10%-25% of Time)

Frequent (greater than 50% of Time)

Infrequent (1-10% of Time)

Moderate (26%-50% of Time)

HOURLY PAY RANGE

$17.47 - $26.21/Hourly Pay Rate

This is a part-time position.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open until filled.