Program Specialist - Visual Arts (Adult and Child/Youth)

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 in both child/youth instruction and adult program areas in visual art mediums such as: painting, drawing, mixed media, fibre art, sculpture, printmaking, among others. 
Some of your responsibilities will be:

Adult Instructor: 

• Develop and implement lesson plans that are skill level appropriate 
• Instruct on all technical aspects of the visual arts medium and style 
• Coach participants on proper visual arts techniques
• Implement safety and clean-up procedures established for the facility in keeping with OH&S standards 
• Assist in the distribution and collection of program evaluations 
• Attend training sessions as required
• Create an inspiring learning environment that is engaging, supportive and inclusive
• Good communication skills
• Display professional communication and interpersonal skills in a classroom setting
• Share knowledge and passion for visual arts while mentoring adults in a supportive social setting
   

Child/Youth: 

• 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 visual arts medium and style 
• Coach participants on proper visual arts 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 visual arts skills
• Share knowledge and passion for visual arts while mentoring children and youth in a supportive setting
• Good classroom management and ability to work with children
   

Qualifications :

• Minimum 18 years of age is required 
• Minimum 1 year of post-secondary education from a recognized institution in a field related to the arts. Enrolment in or completion of a visual arts program/training would be considered an asset 
• Minimum of 1 year full-time experience (or the equivalent in cumulative hours) delivering Visual Arts programs
• Proven skills in area of specialization
• Demonstrate knowledge of technical aspects in a visual arts medium such as painting, drawing, mixed media, sculpture, fibre arts, printmaking, among others. 
• Experience instructing a wide range of skill levels and diverse groups of participants (Children/Youth ages 1-17 or Adults ages 18+) 
• Previous teaching experience in a classroom setting or equivalent 
• Ability to be creative, flexible and a problem solver 
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in a classroom setting with a variety of participants 
• Ability to work alone and independently 
• Hire is dependent upon a Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton

Additional Child/Youth Requirement:

• Possession of Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certificate is a requirement for teaching Child/Youth program

The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive, respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve. We continuously improve our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage you to apply. To learn more, see the Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework here: https://bit.ly/3hd2d95.
The City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact Employment@edmonton.ca. 

COVID-19 Notice: The City of Edmonton has implemented a COVID 19-Vaccination Policy. Employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination. Employees who cannot be fully vaccinated on the basis of a protected legal ground (e.g. medical, religious) may request an exemption. Please note that this policy applies to all employees, including new hires, and volunteers. If your application is successful, you will be asked to provide proof of vaccination or request an exemption.
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Up to 14 temporary part-time, ongoing positions (4 for Child/Youth Instructors, and 10 for Adult Instructors)

Hours of Work: Up to 39 hours per week.Evening and weekend work is required
The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.
Salary: $22.500 - $33.00(Hourly)