Part-Time Teaching Artist, Animation & Graphic Arts

A Place Called Home LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A Place Called Home (APCH) in Los Angeles is seeking a Part-Time Teaching Artist for Animation & Graphic Arts to design and lead hands-on activities for youth, aligning with program goals and REACH objectives. The role involves teaching 2D animation, Stop Motion, and graphic arts while fostering creativity and social-emotional learning.

The position supports APCH’s mission in a dynamic youth-centered environment, with part-time hours and on-site instruction from August to May and summer sessions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Animation, Visual Arts, Digital Media or equivalent.
• 1–2 years experience working with youth in a classroom setting.
• Knowledge and background in various animation or graphic arts disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and lead animation and graphic arts classes (2D, Stop Motion, Illustration).
• Integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) and REACH indicators into project planning.
• Develop lesson plans and curriculum for multiple levels.
• Maintain the Digital Media Lab and inventory of equipment.
• Provide supervision and foster a welcoming youth-centered environment.

Skills

Communication

Bilingual Spanish/English

Adobe Creative Suite

Time Management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Animation, Visual Arts, Digital Media or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: APCH Main Building - Los Angeles, CA 90011, Salary Range: $24.00 - $26.00 Hourly, A PLACE CALLED HOME (APCH)

Job Title: Part-Time Teaching Artist, Animation & Graphic Arts

Reports to: Digital Media Program Specialist

FLSA Status/Hours: Part-Time/25 hours per week

Schedule Classification: Essential Onsite (M-F:1:45PM - 6:45PM)

ABOUT US

At A Place Called Home, our mission is to inspire, encourage, and support the young people in South Central Los Angeles to achieve social-emotional and economic success. We envision a world where your zip code does not determine your future; where all children have the opportunity to find happiness and success. APCH serves more than 700 youth annually through holistic programming that includes academic support, arts, athletics, workforce development, and mental health services. In addition, APCH engages more than 12,000 community members each year through special events and community-based initiatives, all provided at no cost. Our 32,000-square-foot campus now features a wide range of dedicated spaces, including a teen center, athletic field, commercial kitchen, garden, dance studio, recording studio, art gallery, and theater, reflecting our evolution into a vital community hub.

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Digital Media Program Specialist, the Part-Time Teaching Artist, Animation & Graphic Arts will ensure program execution aligns with department goals, strategy, budget and expectations. Supports the implementation of program goals and REACH objectives under the guidance of the Digital Media Program Specialist. The Part-Time Teaching Artist, Animation & Graphic Arts designs and implements innovative, engaging hands-on animation and graphic arts activities and community opportunities for APCH members

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PROGRAM INSTRUCTION & CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

• Facilitate and lead classes in various animation and graphic arts disciplines (2D Animation, Stop Motion, Illustration, Conceptual Design, etc.)
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration and innovation that supports the creative identity and self-expression of South Central youth. Integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) and REACH indicators into project planning, and ensure members have opportunities to showcase their work through digital portfolios, exhibitions, or public presentations as culminating experiences.
• Facilitate Animation and Graphic Arts workshops and classes during the school year (August-May)
• Conduct specialty Animation and Graphic Arts dosage to support general day camp(s) during the summer months (June-July
• Implement high-quality and engaging exposure-based lesson plans for different ages (elementary, middle school, teen) and levels (beginner, intermediate, advanced)
• Ability to create their own lesson plans and curriculum to teach various levels and interests in Animation and Graphic Arts in alignment with the Digital Media Program Specialist.
• Ensure curriculum is responsive to members’ interests, culturally relevant, and incorporates a variety of instructional techniques and tools (e.g. project-based learning, independent assignments, group projects, etc.) Will evaluate success through surveys and youth feedback
• Provide classroom and project management
• Serve as a mentor and role model for members
• Support maintenance of the Digital Media Lab
• Provide active supervision of members and program participants during structured and unstructured program time to support safety, positive engagement, and a welcoming youth-centered environment

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

• Track attendance and program participation within the Digital Media program
• Maintain accurate inventory of digital media equipment and classroom supplies, including submitting orders
• Support the Digital Media Program Specialist and Artistic Director on internal projects, culminating events, and with outside partners
• Contribute feedback on lesson effectiveness and support tracking progress through class-based assessments and surveys.
• Collaborate with other departments (Wellness and Learning & Career Development) to support multidisciplinary activities
• Collaborate with the other ACE programs departments on culminating events and special projects
• Support outreach opportunities as needed by the Digital Media Specialist or Artistic Director

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend all required program meetings (Department meetings, Check-in with Supervisor, etc.) and attend outside meetings and events related to program needs and development
• Work with the APCH programs team to enforce center rules and policies
• Assist with the supervision of the Digital Media Lab during administrative and program hours
• Assist with the supervision of members during program hours, special events and field trips
• Adhere to agency behavioral guidelines when responding to members and mentor through actions, dress code, and language to encourage participation that promotes non-competitive and non-confrontational engagement
• Contribute to ongoing development of program elements and policies
• Adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards and values at all times
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor and/or the Artistic Director

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this important job successfully, the Part-Time Teaching Artist Animation & Graphic Arts must be able to fulfill all of the elements of the Job Description to the highest standard, and be able to work well with colleagues in a high-energy, collaborative environment with open communications. The ideal candidate will embrace the APCH culture of a learning organization and strive to constantly improve upon systems and services for the benefit of employees and our constituents; and will be demonstrably committed to their own ongoing personal and professional development. All employees are expected to contribute to ongoing growth and improvement in their departments via excellent job performance.Additionally, you are expected to speak up if you become aware of deficiencies and needs; and to offer solutions and make suggestions for improvements in your purview areas. Likewise, because each employee and each department is integral to the entire APCH community, we expect that as you focus on your area, you will also consider the big picture and the overall mission of the agency, and communicate with the appropriate individuals if/when you become aware of problems and/or have suggestions for ways and opportunities to make APCH stronger and better. Together, we can continue to take APCH to even higher levels of excellence and service to the community.

Technical and Performance Skills

• Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills
• Professionalism
• Customer Service
• Time Management
• Ability to multitask
• Flexibility
• Mission-Driven
• Proactive
• Dedicated to excellence
• Detail-Oriented
• Self-Starter
• Resourceful
• Innovative and Creative
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) Preferred
• G Workspace Proficiency
• Adobe Creative Suite Proficient
• Strong organizational skills

Education/Training/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Animation, Visual Arts, Digital Media or equivalent
• 1-2 years experience working with youth in a classroom setting
• Knowledge and background in various animation or graphic arts disciplines

Physical and Mental Demands

• Able to work in a dynamic and high noise level environment typical of a youth center
• Walking, standing required on daily basis
• Sitting and use of hands/vision for computer work for extended periods of time
• Lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Able to communicate and convey accurate information
• Type 45WPM

Additional Information

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when necessary

Ability to work independently

Must work well with diverse populations of colleagues and constituents

A Place Called Home provides equal opportunities to all employees and independent contractors without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including but not limited to pregnancy), gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, national origin, age, physical and/or mental disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, A Place Called Home complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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