Teen Art Program Instructor

The Square; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 31,684; Part time

Job summary

A community art organization in Great Falls, MT, is seeking a Program Lead for their Teens Art Program. This part-time role requires leading creative arts-based sessions for youth aged 15 to 18, including those involved in the court system. The ideal candidate will have experience mentoring teenagers, a strong background in visual arts, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include facilitating art projects, coordinating guest speakers, and documenting program outcomes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience teaching and mentoring teens (ages 15–18).
• Demonstrated ability to create inclusive, trauma-informed environments.
• Experience working with underserved or court-involved youth preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate weekly sketchbook journaling sessions.
• Lead collaborative community art projects.
• Assist in documenting program attendance and outcomes.

Skills

Experience teaching and mentoring teens

Background in visual arts

Communication and organizational skills

Experience with community-based art projects

Education

Degree in visual arts

Job description

Job Title: Program Lead – Teens Art Program (TAP)

Position Type: Part-Time (3 hours per week, 52 weeks annually)
Compensation: $23/hour, Tuesdays 4 – 6 p.m.
Location: Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art, 1400 1st Ave N Great Falls, MT 59401
Reports To: Liz Slot, Education Director

Position Overview

The Program Lead for the Teens Art Program (TAP) is responsible for designing, facilitating, and leading a dynamic, arts-based after‑school program serving youth ages 15 to 18, including court‑involved and diversion program participants. This role cultivates creativity, confidence, leadership, and career pathways through hands‑on art instruction, mentorship, collaborative artmaking, and community engagement.

Core Responsibilities

• Facilitate weekly sketchbook journaling sessions centered on identity, resilience, and hope
• Coordinate guest speakers and professional artist discussions
• Lead at least three collaborative community art projects during the year
• Communicate with parents/guardians and referral partners as needed
• Assist in documenting program attendance, outcomes, and impact goals

Qualifications

• Required:
  • 2+ years’ experience teaching and mentoring teens (ages 15–18)
  • Strong background in visual arts (degree preferred but not required)
  • Demonstrated ability to create inclusive, trauma‑informed environments
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Experience with collaborative community‑based art projects or public art/mural making
• Preferred:
  • Experience working with underserved or court‑involved youth

How to Apply

Provide a cover letter, resume, portfolio, and an example lesson agenda (4 weeks); email to [e-mail]