Program Specialist - Edmonton, Canada - City of Edmonton
Description
Job Number:
48074
Please indicate in your cover letter which position you prefer.
_ Would you consider yourself an expert in your artistic field?_
_Do you have a passion for teaching and sharing your skills with others?_
The City Arts Centre has a reputation of providing quality art experiences that are accessible and affordable.
Our instructors teach a variety of group programs at various Recreation Centres in the City including the City Arts Centre.
Share your expert knowledge and passion for the arts with the citizens of Edmonton As an instructor, you must be confident and competent in your field and enjoy teaching others.
You will be required to plan, prepare and teach lessons to a variety of skill levels. Opportunities are available in both child/youth instruction and adult program areas.Positions available in the following arts areas:
Cooking and baking (adult, child/youth):
Crafts - soapmaker + bath bombs (adult):
Crochet, knitting, sewing, fibre craft (adult):
Silversmithing (adult):
-
Stained glass (adult)
Adult Instructor:
- Develop and implement lesson plans that are skill level appropriate
- Instruct on all technical aspects of your artistic area
- Coach participants on proper technique
- Implement safety and cleanup procedures established for the facility in keeping with OH&S standards
- Attend annual mandatory training
- Create an inspiring learning environment that is engaging, supportive and inclusive
- Display professional communication and interpersonal skills in a classroom setting
- Share knowledge while mentoring adults in a supportive social setting
- Implement safety and cleanup procedures established for the facility in keeping with OH&S standards
- Assist in the distribution and collection of program evaluations
Child/Youth Instructor:
- Develop and implement lesson plans that are age and skill level appropriate
- Assess skill levels of students and adapt lesson plans accordingly
- Ability to problem solve and assess the needs of participants
- Good communication and ability to work independently
- Instruct on all technical aspects of your artistic area
- Coach participants on proper technique
- Create an inspiring learning environment that is engaging, supportive and inclusive
- Creative exploration of games and activities to improve skills
- Implement safety and cleanup procedures established for the facility in keeping with OH&S standards
- Attend inservices as required
Qualifications:
- Completion of Grade 1
- Minimum 18 years of age is required
- Completion of formal training in your field or equivalent experience considered an asset
- Proven skills in area of specialization
- Experience instructing Children/Youth (117 years) or Adults (18 + years)
- Previous teaching experience in a classroom setting or equivalent
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in a classroom setting with a variety of age groups and physical abilities
- Ability to work alone and independently
Possession of Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certificate is a requirement for Child/Youth Instructor:
- Hire is dependent upon a Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton
- Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City's Cultural Commitments, please visit
- Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City's six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City's leadership competencies, please visit
- Applicants may be tested
_ Up to 16 temporary part-time ongoing positions_:
- (4x adult cooking instructors and 5x child/youth cooking instructors)_
- (3x adult crochet/knitting/craft instructors)_
- (2x adult stained glass instructors)_
- (1x adult silversmithing instructor)_
Hours of Work:
Up to 12 hours per week. Evening and weekend work is required.
Salary:
$ $33.00 (hourly)
Talent Acquisition Consultant:
DS/RA
Classification Title:
PS - Fine Arts Programs
Posting Date:
Nov 1, 2023
Closing Date:
Nov 15, :59:00 PM (MST)
Number of Openings (up to): 1- Temporary Part-time
Union:
CSU 52
Department:
Community Recreation and Culture
Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)
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