Part-Time Visual Arts Instructor for Community Programs

Park Dist Of Highland Park; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Fitness Membership

Outdoor Pool Membership and Seasonal <

Job summary

The Visual Arts Instructor at West Ridge Community Center in Highland Park, IL, will create and develop new curricula and teach art programs to students from age two to adults. The ideal candidate has 3–6 years of teaching experience in art mediums such as sculpture, painting, drawing, or ceramics.

Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, demonstrating techniques, maintaining a safe classroom, and communicating professionally with customers.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, or related experience.
• 3–6 years of teaching experience in one or more art mediums (sculpting, painting, drawing, ceramics).
• CPR/AED certification and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans within program guidelines.
• Explain and demonstrate techniques and methods of the art specialty.
• Assist students in developing skills and maintain a safe, clean classroom environment.
• Provide positive and professional communication with customers.
• Maintain attendance records and follow Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
• Follow PDHP behavior management policies and district guidelines.
• Supervise Teacher’s Aide and North Suburban Special Recreation Aide as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Curriculum development

Art instruction

Teaching experience (3-6 yrs)

Classroom management

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

The Visual Arts Instructor at West Ridge Community Center in Highland Park, IL, will create and develop new curricula and teach art programs to students from age two to adults. The ideal candidate has 3–6 years of teaching experience in art mediums such as sculpture, painting, drawing, or ceramics.

Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, demonstrating techniques, maintaining a safe classroom, and communicating professionally with customers.