Visual Arts Instructor

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties; Sumner (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360

Flexible scheduling around school and【

Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours/

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), mental

Wellness program

LifeMart discount center

Professional training, education, and

20% discount on YMCA programs, childca

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties, Sumner, WA, is seeking a Part-Time Visual Arts Instructor to lead engaging art classes for youth and adults, fostering creativity and technical growth. Responsibilities include planning lessons, teaching drawing, painting, ceramics, and more; maintaining a safe, organized workspace; and communicating progress to the arts director.

Requires 5+ years in performing arts training and 1–2 years teaching; background checks required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• 5+ years of formal performing arts training or comparable experience.
• 1-2 years of experience as a performing arts teacher and/or teaching assistant.
• Ability to teach preschool and beginning-level visual arts classes.
• Pass Background and Reference checks (WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing diversity and promoting an inclusive environment.
• Willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on day one.

Responsibilities

• Teach and demonstrate sound technical and artistic principles to program participants.
• Create class lesson plans within the allotted budgeted hours with progression appropriate for ages and abilities.
• Attend and contribute to art exhibitions and YMCA events.
• Effectively communicate program information and student progress to youth/arts director and members.
• Maintain a clean, organized classroom and store art supplies properly after each class.

Skills

Teaching

Art instruction

Classroom management

Child/Youth education

Job description

Wage: $17.13 to $20.36 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location: Gordon Family YMCA, Sumner, WA

As a Visual Arts Instructor, you will lead engaging visual and/or digital art classes, inspiring creativity while guiding participants through artistic techniques and projects. This role creates a supportive, hands-on environment where artists of all skill levels can explore, learn, and express themselves

You'll also be able to use your skills to teach classes like:

• Drawing
• Painting
• Ceramicsand MORE!

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 18 years of age or older.
• 5+ years of formal performing arts training or comparable experience (preferred).
• 1-2 years of experience as a performing arts teacher and/or teaching assistant (preferred).
• Positive attitude and previous experience with varying ages and diverse populations.
• Possess the knowledge and skills to teach preschool and beginning-level visual arts classes. Multiple disciplines preferred.
• Ability to create engaging lesson plans that reflect appropriate level, ability, and classroom management.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach and demonstrate sound technical and artistic principles to program participants.
• Create class lesson plans within the allotted budgeted hours with a natural progression that relates to the abilities and ages of the classes being taught, as well as reflect YMCA dance curricula and YMCA core values.
• Attend and contribute to art exhibitions and other YMCA events as assigned.
• Effectively communicate program information and student progress to the youth and/or arts director and members each session.
• Attend center and association visual art staff training and meetings as required.
• Assist the youth and/or arts director in reaching campaign goals by telling the Y story, making personal asks, and supporting center events.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment by thoroughly cleaning program areas and properly storing all art supplies after each class.

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• VSP Vision Plan

At the Y, we’re all about empowering people, inspiring action, and strengthening the communities we call home. Join our team and support our vision of creating opportunity to all can thrive in every season of life.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

Location(s)

16101 64th St E, Sumner , Washington 98390 , United States

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