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Program Specialist Studio Arts & Fine Craft
Program Specialist Studio Arts & Fine CraftCity of Edmonton • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Program Specialist Studio Arts & Fine Craft

Program Specialist Studio Arts & Fine Craft

City of Edmonton • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Do you consider yourself an expert in Studio Arts & Fine Craft

Do you have a passion for teaching and sharing your skills with others

The City Arts Center has a reputation for providing quality art experiences that are accessible and affordable. Our Studio Arts & Fine Craft instructors instruct a variety of group programs at City Arts Center and City of Edmonton Community Recreation Centers in the City. Share your expert knowledge and passion for studio arts & fine craft with the citizens of Edmonton!

As an instructor you must be confident and competent in your field and enjoy teaching others. You will be required to plan prepare and teach lessons to a variety of skill levels for weekly classes 1 day workshops and week long programs.

Opportunities are available for up to 1 to 3 classes a week instructing children youth families and adults in studio art & fine craft disciplines such as :

  • Fibre Art & Textiles including basketry beading crochet embroidery fabric dyeing felting knitting leatherworking macramé sewing and weaving
  • Paper Arts & Printmaking including book arts card making collage papermaking printmaking (monotype and relief) surface design and zine-making
  • Stained Glass - leaded glass / tiffany method

Classes could take place at the following locations throughout the city : City Arts Center ArtsHub Ortona The Orange Hub and various City of Edmonton Community Recreation Centers such as Booster Juice Recreation Centre Central Lions Recreation Centre Clareview Community Recreation Centre Coronation Park Sports & Recreation Centre and Dr. Anne Anderson Community Centre.

What you will do :

  • Develop and implement lesson plans that are age and skill level appropriate
  • Assess skill levels of students and adapt lesson plans accordingly
  • Ability to problem solve and assess the needs of participants
  • Good communication and ability to work independently
  • Instruct on all technical aspects of the specific studio art & fine craft medium and style
  • Coach participants on proper studio art & fine craft techniques
  • Implement safety and clean-up procedures established for the facility in keeping with OH&S standards
  • Attend training sessions as required
  • Create an inspiring learning environment that is engaging supportive and inclusive
  • Creative exploration of projects and activities to improve studio art & fine craft skills
  • Share knowledge and passion for studio art & fine craft while mentoring children youth families and adults in a supportive setting
  • Good classroom management and ability to work with children youth families and adults
  • Perform other duties as required
  • Grade 12 or high school equivalent
  • Minimum 18 years of age is required
  • Enrollment in or completion of informal or formal studio art & fine craft programs / training
  • Proven skills in area of specialization in Studio Arts & Fine Craft
  • Teaching and / or facilitating experience delivering Studio Arts & Fine Craft programs
  • Assets :

  • Minimum 1 year of post-secondary education from a recognized institution in a field related to the arts or equivalent would be considered an asset
  • Skills required for success :

  • Demonstrate knowledge of technical aspects in studio art & fine craft disciplines such as :
  • Fibre Art & Textiles including beading crochet embroidery fabric dyeing felting knitting leatherworking macramé sewing and weaving.

  • Paper Arts & Printmaking including book arts card making collage papermaking printmaking (monotype and relief) surface design and zine-making
  • Stained Glass - leaded glass / tiffany method
  • Experience instructing a wide range of skill levels and diverse groups of participants such as :
  • Children / Youth ages 5 to 17

  • Adults 18
  • Families ranging in ages
  • Previous teaching experience in a classroom setting or equivalent
  • Creative flexibility and problem solving
  • Communicate effectively and professionally in a classroom setting with a variety of participants
  • Comfortable to work alone and independently
  • Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusion
  • Alignment with the goals of the City Plan ( of Employment :
  • Hire is dependent on Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton and there may be a cost associated with this requirement

  • Possession of Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certificate is a requirement for teaching Child / Youth programs
  • Applicants may be tested
  • Work Environment :

  • Due to the nature of this work this position is not eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.
  • Location is dependent upon availability and class schedule but could consist of City Arts Center ArtsHub Ortona The Orange Hub and various City of Edmonton Community Recreation Centers such as Booster Juice Recreation Centre Central Lions Recreation Centre Clareview Community Recreation Centre Coronation Park Sports & Recreation Centre and Dr. Anne Anderson Community Centre.
  • This is a public-facing role and requires engagement and interaction with diverse people from various backgrounds with different needs expectations and emotional states.
  • The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact . Learn more about our benefits to 5 temporary ongoing positions available

    Hours of Work : Up to 20 hours / week (averaging 5 - 10 hours); Weekends and evenings required.

    Salary Range : $24.210 - $35.800 (Hourly)

    Recruitment Consultant : LG / JR

    Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

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    Employment Type : Full Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Hourly Salary Salary : 24 - 35

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