Childrens Visual Arts Instructor

Organization:

City of Burnaby- Shadbolt Centre for the Arts

Deadline:

Ongoing

Organization Description:

The Shadbolt in your Community Arts program satellites programs from the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts into the community, providing opportunities for patrons to sample fine arts programs at a more accessible cost. These programs are inclusive, supporting freedom of expression, giving students an experience of working with Fine Art specialists in an environment which promotes creativity.

Website:

https://www.burnaby.ca/recreation-and-arts/activities-and-registration

Job Description:

Are you passionate about visual arts and enjoy teaching a variety of ages? If so, Shadbolt in your Community is looking for qualified and experienced Contract Visual Arts Instructors to plan, organize and facilitate visual arts classes for ages 4-18 (separated by age group).
Students will vary in age based on the type of class being taught, but will primarily be children and youth (ages 4-18).

Responsibilities:

Duties include providing class outlines, detailed supply lists and curriculum goals that are appropriate for the age groups. Shadbolt in your Community’s Visual arts instructors will teach a variety of art programs at facilities across Burnaby and Elementary Schools.

Qualifications:

Qualifications include completion of a Bachelor of Fine Arts. You must have a strong teaching background and experience teaching visual arts to a variety of age groups from children to teens. High Five® is considered an asset. Experience teaching Ceramics is an asset as well, but not necessary. Successful candidates must have Emergency Level First Aid- CPR C or be willing to obtain certification prior to the start of the program.
We are currently hiring for our instructor sub pool and Fall/Winter programming. This position could work at any site within the City of Burnaby.
We are looking for availability for Afterschool times, and possible weekends; please note these are contract positions, and hours are based on registration.

How to Apply:

Submit by email a brief cover letter and resume that includes relevant teaching experience to Shadbolt Community Arts Programmer, Lia Miller at lia.miller@burnaby.ca. All applications will be kept on file for one year from the date of submission. Only eligible candidates will be contacted.

Remuneration:

Hourly wage: $35.00 - $43.00 + 4% in lieu of benefits

Contact Name: Lia Miller
Contact Email: lia.miller@burnaby.ca
Contact Phone: (604) 726-0181