Print Making Instructor - New Westminster, Canada - City of New Westminster

City of New Westminster

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New Westminster, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

_Great City, Great Work, Great Future_

Print Making Instructor:

DEPARTMENT:
Office of the CAO - Anvil Centre**
STATUS:Auxiliary**
NO

OF POSITIONS:
One**
UNION:CUPE, Local 387**
HOURS OF WORK:*See below**
SALARY:$35.10 per hour (2021 rates)
plus 12% in lieu of benefits

The City of New Westminster's Art Services department is looking for a talented and experienced print media instructor to join our department to lead sessional programs in our purpose-built art studios at Anvil Centre.

Art Services print programs utilize the department's 18"x36" Conrad etching press, ample, well-lit studio space, sinks and supplies.

This position requires a background in both art and instruction, with experience in one or many methods of printmaking including: drypoint, linocut, screen printing, collograph and monoprint.

The ability and interest to instruct a variety of print media is considered a strong asset along with some weekday evening availability.

Program themes are conceptualized in collaboration with the Arts Program Coordinator however instructors are encouraged to think boldly and creatively about course curriculum development.

Applicants with current artistic practices (producing and/or exhibiting) are encouraged to apply.

This position will instruct mainly adults however interest in leading programs for families, children and/or youth would be desirable as well.

Leading children's Spring Break and/or Summer Camps (full-day or half-day) is also preferred but optional.

Successful applicants will also have opportunities to connect with other service departments within the City.

This could take the form of delivering community engagement projects, workshops, special event activities, installations or exhibition projects which connect, inform or engage the New Westminster community.

Requirements include:

Educational background in print media practices either through continued professional development or through completion of accredited programs.
Passionate about art education and sound previous instructing experience within a recreational and/or cultural studio setting.
Kind and approachable demeanor.
Responsible and punctual.
Excellent classroom management and organizational skills.

LAST NAME First Name #22-192

This position will remain open until it is filled.

To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community_

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- women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals_

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- persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversity of our workforce, are encouraged to express their interest._

New Westminster is on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Halq'eméylemspeaking peoples._
It is acknowledged by the City that colonialism has made invisible their histories and connections to the land._
We are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands we are on._
We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted._
This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada._

Education :
No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience :
No experience