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 appropriateAssess skill levels of students and adapt lesson plans accordinglyAbility to problem solve and assess the needs of participantsGood communication and ability to work independentlyInstruct on all technical aspects of the specific studio art & fine craft medium and styleCoach participants on proper studio art & fine craft techniquesImplement safety and clean-up procedures established for the facility in keeping with OH&S standardsAttend training sessions as requiredCreate an inspiring learning environment that is engaging supportive and inclusiveCreative exploration of projects and activities to improve studio art & fine craft skillsShare knowledge and passion for studio art & fine craft while mentoring children youth families and adults in a supportive settingGood classroom management and ability to work with children youth families and adultsPerform other duties as requiredGrade 12 or high school equivalentMinimum 18 years of age is requiredEnrollment in or completion of informal or formal studio art & fine craft programs / trainingProven skills in area of specialization in Studio Arts & Fine CraftTeaching and / or facilitating experience delivering Studio Arts & Fine Craft programsAssets :
Minimum 1 year of post-secondary education from a recognized institution in a field related to the arts or equivalent would be considered an assetSkills 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-makingStained Glass - leaded glass / tiffany methodExperience instructing a wide range of skill levels and diverse groups of participants such as :Children / Youth ages 5 to 17
Adults 18Families ranging in agesPrevious teaching experience in a classroom setting or equivalentCreative flexibility and problem solvingCommunicate effectively and professionally in a classroom setting with a variety of participantsComfortable to work alone and independentlyAlignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusionAlignment 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 programsApplicants may be testedWork 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