Senior Arts Instructor — Painting, Ceramics & Crafts

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

Job summary

City of Englewood Brand seeks a Cultural/Fine Arts Instructor to guide older adults in painting, drawing, ceramics, weaving, and crafts. You will adapt curriculum to meet diverse abilities, prepare lessons, and foster a respectful, welcoming environment.

You will report to the Malley Recreation Supervisor, keep attendance records, and promote classes at community events. CPR & First Aid certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of subject areas in painting, drawing, ceramics, weaving, and crafts.
• Able to adapt curriculum for older adults and varying skill levels.
• Encourage a respectful environment and positive rapport with participants.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of subject areas and arrive prepared for lessons.
• 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, including 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.
• 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.

Skills

Art education knowledge

Teaching ability

Adaptability for older adults

Communication and rapport

Education

Art education/experience combination

Job description

City of Englewood Brand seeks a Cultural/Fine Arts Instructor to guide older adults in painting, drawing, ceramics, weaving, and crafts. You will adapt curriculum to meet diverse abilities, prepare lessons, and foster a respectful, welcoming environment.

You will report to the Malley Recreation Supervisor, keep attendance records, and promote classes at community events. CPR & First Aid certification is preferred.