Arts Instructor I (Fall 2026)

Req ID: 28368
Vacancy Type: Part-Time
Contract Duration: Ongoing
Number of Positions: 2
Closing Date: 07/20/2026

Job Summary

Our team is seeking Arts Instructors for evening and weekend classes for participants ages 6 and up. The successful candidate will be responsible for the instruction of a comprehensive arts program(s) as outlined by the City of Mississauga to meet the needs of participants and to ensure adequate safety while facilitating the activity.

We are hiring Arts Instructors to teach both children and adults in the following genres:

• Creative Writing
• Photography
• Sewing
• Painting
• Drawing
• Mixed Media

Duties and Responsibilities

• Instruct comprehensive arts program(s) as developed by the City of Mississauga to meet the needs of all participants in the program(s).
• Prepare and deliver lesson plans in the arts in a manner appropriate to the audience.
• Work with groups of up to 15 participants.
• Support the objectives and philosophies of arts programs as established by the Recreation and Culture Division through quality instruction and excellent customer and staff relations.
• Communicate in an effective and timely manner in writing or voicemail with the Program Supervisor all aspects related to facilities, staffing, participants, equipment, supplies or anything that would impact the quality and safe delivery of the program.
• Complete facility program safety checks before each program starts and report any concerns to Supervisor.
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of all registered participants throughout the program.
• Policy and procedure adherence and provide quality customer service and information to participants and other staff.
• Advise program supervisor of any difficulties with participants regarding behaviour, registration, class lists, program content or any other related issues.
• Studio and equipment management, including ensuring program materials have been cleaned and properly put away as required at the conclusion of each program.
• Incorporate and model the HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development in program delivery where appropriate.
• Note: Hours are not guaranteed. Hours are dependent on sufficient program registration.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of age or older at the start of employment.
• Post-Secondary Education / Training in the Arts including Creative Writing, Painting, Drawing, Illustration, Sewing/Textiles, Photography and/or Sculpture.
• Must have knowledge of and experience in teaching.
• Excellent communication and organization skills required.
• Must hold by employment start date:
  • A valid and current Basic First Aid or Emergency First Aid with CPR C & AED from a recognized WSIB-provider at the employee’s expense.
  • HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development certification at the employee's own expense.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends at locations throughout the City of Mississauga.
• Must be confident teaching various age groups and skill levels.
• Experience developing detailed lesson plans.
• A Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) will be required of the successful candidate, at their own expense, to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

Hourly Rate/Salary: 23.35 - 31.13
Hours of Work: up to 44 hours
Work Location: Various Locations

Onsite Workplace (For full-time permanent and temporary positions)
Organization Unit: CMS/Culture Programs, Tm 2
Department/Division/Section: CMS/Community Services Dept , CMS/Recreation & Culture Division , Program Delivery
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion .

Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to recruitment.accommodation@mississauga.ca citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.