The Visual Arts Instructor creates and develops new and unique curriculum and instructs students (ranging from age 2 – adult) in specialty art programs in various mediums. They will encourage creative expression in multiple artistic genres that are consistent with past and modern trends. In addition, they will implement and enforce an overall understanding and appreciation for students to be explorative in the field of art.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and implement lesson plans within program guidelines.
- Explain and demonstrate techniques and methods of the specialty area.
- Teach important and skills in art, including drawing, painting, sculpting, textile, lettering, art history and other areas as needed.
- Assist students in the development of their skills pertaining to their specialty area of practice. Maintain a safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
- Evaluate each students performance and growth.
- Instruct students in proper care and use of tools and equipment.
- Be willing to adapt curriculum material to meet the needs of students with varying intellectual and artistic abilities.
- Create and explore special avenues to display students work for the community.
- Communicate with direct supervisor any books, instructional materials, tools and aids needed to maintain a successful learning environment. Keep accurate inventory record.
- Provide positive and professional communication with customers.
- Collect and maintain emergency forms and dispense District-approved required medication.
- Take attendance and maintain sign in sheets.
- Follow emergency procedures as outlined in the facility Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
- Follow and implement PDHP behavior management policies.
- Implement and document behavior management plans within Park District guidelines.
- Provide direction to Teachers Aide and/or North Suburban Special Recreation Aide.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Range: $19.51 – $25.50 Hourly
Location: West Ridge Center – Highland Park, IL
Status: Part Time