Youth Art Facilitator - Spring/Summer Studio & Public Art

Baltimore Youth Arts; Art (TX); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore Youth Arts is seeking a Fine Art Facilitator to support Apprentices in the Spring/Summer 2026 Apprentice Program. This role facilitates workshop-style classes and will engage youth in developing a collaborative coloring book and a commissioned public art installation with the National Aquarium.

The facilitator will guide youth in building creative and technical skills while supporting project development from concept through completion.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth ages 14-21.
• Experience in community programming, education, or nonprofit settings.
• Experience in project management; ability to manage and prioritize a variety of tasks.
• Familiarity with lesson planning and teaching.
• Proficiency in Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate fine art classes at the Baltimore Youth Arts studio (20 West North Avenue, Baltimore 21218).
• Track youth attendance and submit required paperwork to BYA Admin
• Develop flexible lesson plans that prioritize skill-building and project completion in collaboration with youth
• Create class outlines, lesson plans, and materials lists; share with BYA Admin by required deadlines
• Support participants in cleaning and organizing our workspace after each session
• Maintain inventory of all materials and supplies
• Edit and organize artwork files in collaboration with youth throughout the session, and during the final week before the showcase
• Upload all lesson plans to the shared drive
• Attend bi-weekly check-ins with direct supervisor
• Attend relevant professional development training as assigned by your supervisor and BYA Admin
• Collaborate with BYA staff to plan field trips and invite guest speakers for youth
• Uphold BYA's values in all interactions with youth, staff, and community partners
• Help maintain the BYA Community Studio so that youth have access to supplies and the workspace remains safe and organized
• Complete other duties as assigned and relevant to your position

Skills

Youth engagement

Project management

Communication

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Baltimore Youth Arts is seeking a Fine Art Facilitator to support Apprentices in the Spring/Summer 2026 Apprentice Program. This role facilitates workshop-style classes and will engage youth in developing a collaborative coloring book and a commissioned public art installation with the National Aquarium.

The facilitator will guide youth in building creative and technical skills while supporting project development from concept through completion.