Art Instructor - Animation

Art

• Title:
  
  Art
• Reports to:
  
  Program Supervisor
• Department:
  Art Center Program
• Location:
  
  Art Center Westside
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt
• Program
  
  Hours:
  
  Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. Some evening and weekend work may be required.
• Supervisory Responsibility:
  None

Under supervision, the Art Instructor will teach digital animation to participants (adult artists with varying degrees of learning, behavioral, emotional, and intellectual disabilities) in the program. The instructor will also implement educational supports and behavior plans.

• Implement artistic, educational, and behavioral support plans for assigned participants, referring to participants IPP.
• Ensure participants’ well‑being during operating hours of the Art Center, while on the premises and out in the community.
• Maintain case notes and participate in meetings and other in‑services as assigned.
• Ensure attendance logs are accurate and complete. Provide supervision during participants’ arrival, departure, and lunchtime.
• Give instruction in the proper use of materials, care, and protection of artwork, production of animated content, and help participants to become proficient in animation.
• Ensure the safe and proper use, and maintenance of digital tools including keeping software updated, and maintaining well‑organized files. Stay abreast of contemporary developments in the field of animation so that the department continues to use the most effective tools.
• Create any protocols needed for increased safety or effectiveness. Monitor artist throughout their entire animation project.
• Assist and instruct participants on projects related to their IPP (Individual Program Plan) in animation.
• Maintain a clean and orderly workspace. Organize participants’ portfolios by properly labeling and storing artwork in the appropriate areas.
• Participate in staff meetings to identify and implement artistic, educational, psychological and social objectives for each participant.
• Provide staffing support for promotions and set up for events when needed. This includes, but is not limited to art receptions, vendor fairs, art markets, and open houses.
• Follow appropriate protocol and policies in assisting participants during any incidents or seizures. Employ NCI procedures as needed to assist participants who are exhibiting aggressive behavior.
• Adhere to ECF’s Illness and Injury Prevention Safety Program and follow ECF guidelines for reporting medical emergencies, suspected abuse or neglect and unusual incidents to counseling or supervisory staff. Implement First Aid/CPR as necessary.
• Assist participants with personal hygiene needs including toileting, illness and incidents of incontinence.
• Be available to help promote the Art Centers during work hours. This includes, but is not limited to, informing the public of the Art Center mission and services when the public is touring Art Center facilities, asking questions during events, or inquiring about how they can support the program.
• Support Art Center events and programs through distribution of materials and information to all interested parties.

• Staff and supervise special exhibits and Art Center work at various locations and times.
• Assist in organizing art shows and events which may include matting, framing, and installation and tear down of shows.
• Greet the public and assist participants with presenting and discussing their work with the public.
• Comply with ECF’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Ensure safe use and operation of tools and/or equipment.
• Comply with ECF policies and procedures, including mandated reporting requirements.
• Regular, reliable in‑person attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Education/
  
  Licenses/Certifications:
  
  Bachelor’s degree and demonstrable animation skills
• Experience:
  
  Six months in any combination of the following: studio work, teaching (including undergrad TA positions), work on public and private art projects, art installations, work in art museums, or any other directly related experience
• Knowledge/Abilities/
  
  Skills:
  
  Knowledge of digital animation processes and tools
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to teach…