Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity
Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others?
We are seeking a creative and enthusiastic Art Specialist with strong artistic knowledge and formal art training to lead engaging, age-appropriate art activities. The ideal candidate will provide instruction, guidance, and encouragement to help participants develop their artistic skills, express their creativity, and progress in their learning while upholding YMCA program standards and core values.
Some rewards for joining our team:
- Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
- Flexible work schedule
- Sweet discount on child care and summer camp programs
- Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!
What is needed for this job as our Art Specialist:
- Some college or equivalent art background
- 1+ years of teaching art classes
- Experience working with children
- Ability to work with and be sensitive to others while always portraying a positive style of teaching
- Ability to perform activities which require sustained concentration and attention
- Must be able to work weeknights and weekends
The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Art Specialist:
- Plan and lead age-appropriate art activities in accordance with YMCA program standards
- Provide a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that encourages creativity and artistic development
- Prepare art supplies and materials before each session and maintain a clean, organized workspace
- Teach art techniques and skills while adapting activities to participants' ages and abilities
- Promote YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility through positive role modeling
- Encourage participation, manage behavior positively, and recognize participants' creative achievements
- Communicate effectively with participants, parents, and staff to ensure a positive program experience
- Follow schedules, report incidents to supervisors, and ensure proper cleanup and safe dismissal of participants
What you can expect:
- Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations
- Opportunities to learn and grow
- Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
- Great members to work with every day!
After reading this, if you're thinking this is me- we want to meet you!
Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.
The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.