Youth Art Instructor (Garfield Community Center)

Associated Recreation Council; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ARC PSST

Job summary

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) seeks a Youth Art Instructor at Garfield Community Center in Seattle. This part-time role leads weekly art projects, teaches youth in a fun, inclusive setting, and builds confidence through creative activities.

The position runs Wednesdays, 4:00pm–7:00pm year‑round, with responsibilities including planning lessons, preparing materials, and maintaining a safe, engaging classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching art in recreational, educational, or community settings.
• Experience working with children.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Ability to work independently and reliably.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead age-appropriate weekly art activities for youth.
• Create a safe, inclusive, supportive learning environment.
• Prepare lesson plans, materials, and classroom setup/cleanup.
• Adapt instruction to varying skill levels and needs.
• Supervise participants and maintain positive group dynamics.
• Communicate professionally with ARC staff and site supervisors.

Skills

Art teaching

Youth engagement

Classroom management

Communication

Independent & reliable

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Garfield Community Center - Seattle, WA 98122

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $25.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Starting Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 Hourly

Full Pay Range: $25.00 - $35.00 Hourly (employees may earn higher rates with continued employment depending on ARC pay structure)

Position Type: Part Time

Start: As soon as possible

Schedule: Wednesdays, 4:00pm-7:00pm (Year-round)

Description

Associated Recreation Council (ARC), in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR), provides inclusive, high-quality recreation, enrichment, and lifelong learning programs for people of all ages.

If you’re a creative art educator who enjoys teaching youth in a supportive, engaging environment, we’d love for you to join our team at Garfield Community Center.

We’re seeking a Youth Art Instructor with experience teaching art in recreational, educational, or community settings. The instructor will lead weekly art projects, introduce various art materials and techniques, and help youth build confidence and foundational creative skills.

Youth Art Instructor duties and responsibilities

• Lead age-appropriate weekly art activities for youth
• Create a safe, inclusive, supportive learning environment
• Prepare lesson plans, materials, and classroom setup/cleanup
• Adapt instruction to varying skill levels and needs
• Supervise participants and maintain positive group dynamics
• Communicate professionally with ARC staff and site supervisors

Youth Art Instructor qualifications

• Experience teaching art in recreational, educational, or community settings
• Experience working with children
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Ability to work independently and reliably
• Ability to pass a criminal background check

Benefits

• ARC Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST)

EEO/ADA

ARC is an Equal Opportunity employer and values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, caste, or gender identity.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an employee. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an employee. An employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the application and hiring process.