Art Instructor​/Master Instructor - Watercolor

Art Instructor/Master Instructor - Watercolor

Job Category :
Temporary

Requisition Number : ARTIN
001523

• Posted :
  February 5, 2026
• Part-Time

• Curtis Center
  2349 East Orchard Road
  Greenwood Village, CO 80111, USA
• Curtis Center
  2349 East Orchard Road
  Greenwood Village, CO 80111, USA

Job Title: Art Instructor/Master Instructor - Watercolor

Department: Parks, Trails & Recreation

Supervisor: Cultural Arts Coordinator or Recreation Manager

SALARY: $31.50 per hour

This is a part-time/hourly position

BENEFITS: Partially benefited. Partially benefited part-time employees earn 1 sick leave hour for every 30 hours worked. Up to 48 hours can be rolled over per year.

REMOTE/HYBRID: Typical schedules are in-person at Greenwood Village facilities.

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LOCATION:

This position is located in Greenwood Village, Colorado. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Nestled in the heart of the Denver Tech Center, Greenwood Village is a vibrant and welcoming community known for its beautiful parks, thriving businesses, and commitment to public service. With a population of just over 15,500, Greenwood Village offers the charm of a small town with the amenities of a dynamic urban center.

As a member of our team, you’ll join a forward-thinking municipality that values relationships, an ownership mindset, and integrity. We’re not just hiring for a position—we’re inviting you to become part of a community that cares.

As a Watercolor Instructor or Master Instructor, you will provide cultural arts instruction in a variety of classes, programs, and workshops, including Watercolor Studio and other arts and crafts activities. These positions are part-time and involve minimal hours, offering flexibility for professionals passionate about sharing their expertise.

Instructor roles focus on beginner to intermediate instruction requiring minimal teaching experience.

Master Instructor roles are reserved for highly experienced artists offering advanced workshops with rigorous curriculum and in-depth study.

• Develop lesson plans and lead classes to accomplish objectives.
• Provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment.
• Communicate with students, parents, and supervisors regarding class progress and feedback.
• Set up and clean up classrooms; take attendance and distribute evaluations.
• Design, schedule, and conduct classes in Watercolor Studio and other art programs.
• Request and manage supplies for classes.
• Perform related duties as required, including general communication and supply management.

• Principles and procedures of instruction.
• Expertise in assigned area of instruction (watercolor and other arts).
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college-level degree in a related field preferred.
• Background and ability to instruct arts classes.
• For Master Instructor:
  Extensive teaching experience and mastery of watercolor techniques; typically represented by an art gallery and recognized in the art community.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license or ability to obtain within required timeframe.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors, with exposure to varying weather conditions. May involve evenings, weekends, and occasional extended hours.

• Share your passion for art and creativity with a vibrant community.
• Opportunity to inspire creativity and lifelong learning.

Click the APPLY button above to submit your application, resume, and cover letter by 2:00 PM, Friday, April 3, 2026

While this position has a posted closing date, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis. We encourage interested candidates to apply early, as the posting may close without notice once a suitable candidate is identified.

The City of Greenwood Village is dedicated to the principles of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act and prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age over 40, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

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