Art Instructor I & II

Join to apply for the Art Instructor I & II role at Foothills Park & Recreation District

Foothills is seeking an Art Instructor. This position is responsible for planning, preparing, and teaching students with varying abilities how to use tools and raw materials properly and encouraging students to show creativity and individuality with their artworks. The Art Instructor must be dependable and have experience teaching children and adults.

Foothills is seeking an Art Instructor. This position is responsible for planning, preparing, and teaching students with varying abilities how to use tools and raw materials properly and encouraging students to show creativity and individuality with their artworks. The Art Instructor must be dependable and have experience teaching children and adults.

1/20/2026

$20.75- $26.25/hour

Rate: $20.75 per hour

• Three (3) years experience teaching in a specialized art form. Instructor shall be a working artist and/or art educator and must possess at least three (3) of the following criteria:
• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Performing Arts, or a directly related field
• Five (5) years of ongoing experience in a specialized art form
• Have completed an apprenticeship
• Possesses extensive knowledge gained through a variety of specialized workshops/trainings and has extensive knowledge of equipment required for the successful operations of the class/program

Rate: $26.25 per hour

• Five (5) years experience teaching in a specialized art form. Instructor shall be a working artist and/or art educator and must possess at least three (3) of the following criteria:
• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Performing Arts, or a directly related field
• Eight (8) years of ongoing experience in a specialized art form
• Have completed an apprenticeship
• Possesses extensive knowledge gained through a variety of specialized workshops/trainings and has extensive knowledge of equipment required for the successful operations of the class/program

• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications preferred

• FREE use of our recreation/fitness centers, swimming pools, and ice arena
• FREE drop-in fitness classes (includes but is not limited to yoga, Zumba and aerobic classes)
• Golf discounts ($3 - $14 for 9 holes depending on day of week, free driving range and more!)
• Discounts on other recreation programs/classes
• Flexible schedule
• Accrued sick time (1 hour for every 30 hours worked)
• Wellness Program- earn points for additional program discounts/free classes
• Scholarship Program (eight $500 scholarships awarded per year)
• Eligible to participate in 401(k) plan

Creating Community, Enhancing Health, Inspiring Play! We fulfill our mission by providing a variety of recreational services, programs and activities for both youth and adults. We operate three recreation centers, two golf courses, a two-sheet ice arena, swimming pools, and two indoor sports facilities. In addition, we maintain 68 park sites and over 30 miles in trails. Joining our team means you will contribute to the well-being of your community.

• Mid-Senior level

• Part-time

• Education and Training

• Recreational Facilities