Instructor - Arts

The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.

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)

Day and hours for this position: varies

Bargaining Unit:
No Union Representation

• 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 time sheets 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.
• Perform 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.

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At the time I am completing this application, I am 18 years old or older

• Yes
• No

I have the following years of experience in a classroom setting or a structured teaching environment.

• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 to 2 years of experience
• 3 to 4 years of experience
• +5 years of experience
• I do not have any experience in a classroom setting or a structured teaching environment.

I have following years of experience leading or facilitating activities and games, particularly in an instructional or group setting.

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 + years of experience
• I do not have any experience leading or facilitating activities and games, particularly in an instructional or group setting.

Which of the following categories is your experience or background related to what you are qualified to teach? (Select all that apply.)

• Photography
• Painting
• Drawing
• Pottery
• Kiln Work Glass
• Glass Blowing
• Silversmith
• Adult, Teen or Youth Programming
• Other

Please indicate what specific skills or classes you are qualified to teach for each category selected.

I have following years of experience and/or education in the category(s) I selected, demonstrating the necessary skill level to effectively teach classes.

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 + years of experience
• I do not have any experience and/or education in the category(s) I selected, demonstrating the necessary skill level to effectively teach classes.

I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question