Instructor - Arts

This is experienced seasonal or part-time public contact work in developing and teaching a variety of art subjects at the City Arts facility. A special interest class instructor is expected to provide high quality instruction for the participants in the class or workshop.

THIS IS A LIMITED PART-TIME POSITION (NO BENEFITS)

The day and hours for this position: varies

Bargaining Unit:
No Union Representation

Posting may close at anytime

• Designing the course and writing course descriptions.
• Developing and submitting a lesson plan and materials list.
• Effectively conveying the information that was advertised to participants.
• Keeping track of class rosters.
• Notifying the appropriate supervisor if any changes occur in the class schedule content or the instructor's ability to conduct the class.
• If applicable, turning in timesheets by the dates specified in order for prompt payment to be made.
• Instructs classes, activities, or games in an area of expertise.
• Works directly with class participants.
• Organizes materials for class instruction and completes preparation accordingly.
• Performs basic custodial duties.
• Sets up and takes down building furnishings and arrangements.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Other job-related duties may be assigned as needed.

• Considerable knowledge of the subject or activity to be taught.
• Sufficient skill in the subject or activity to be credible as an instructor.
• Ability to teach students who have a wide variety of experience and aptitude.
• Ability to develop a class plan, and to organize and conduct classes according to the plan.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing, and/or by whatever creative means are necessary to cross communication barriers.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates, participants and the public.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment, furniture and/or supplies required for the assigned activity.
• May require ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License.
• An employee will not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

• Must be at least 18 years old or older.
• One year of experience in a classroom setting or a structured teaching environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

• One year experience leading or facilitating activities and games, particularly in an instructional or group setting.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of a criminal record check.