Creative Arts Instructor

Job Description

Job Title: Creative Arts Instructor

Department: VISIONS at Selis Manor

Employee Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Older Adult Center Director

Primary Location: VISIONS at Selis Manor, 135 West 23rd Street, New York, NY 10011

Salary Range: $18-22 per year

Summary

The Class Instructor is responsible for providing programs that will meet the goals of the Older Adult Center. VISIONS Older Adult Center is funded by the NYC Department of Aging (DFTA) and other sources.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Including the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plan and lead workshops and/or classes for blind and visually impaired seniors/tenants at VISIONS Older Adult Center at Selis Manor in areas of arts which can include but are not limited to music, beading, jewelry, paper crafts, drawing, painting, drawing, clay work, creative writing etc.
• Plan and present art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit participants’ work for the center and the community.
• Create an atmosphere where all participants are engaged, have fun, are safe, and work collectively as a team.
• Ensure that information is in accessible format (braille, large print or audio) for participants in the classes.
• Prepare and arrange art materials and art equipment in the classroom for students to use and put them away afterwards. Ensure that the classroom is neat and organized when the session is over.
• Recruit new and current participants to participate in VISIONS classes. Must ensure that classes maintain an average attendance of five participants.
• Provide VISIONS staff with written lesson plans/agendas for all classes and workshops.
• Any new classes/workshops must be approved by the supervisor.
• Responsible for advertising the classes.
• Maintain attendance records for the classes.
• Perform other related tasks as required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma required. Must be able to speak, read and write English. Experience in leading groups is preferred. Demonstrated excellence in a variety of art techniques. Experience working with older adults is a plus.

Skills and Reasoning Abilities

Comfortable speaking in front of groups, attention to detail, ability to work independently and multi-task, ability to interact with staff and volunteers, must be a self-starter, well organized and a team player. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and ability to navigate the internet. Excellent
record-keeping and verbal communication skills. Must be highly motivated, energetic and engaging. Must be able to work under stress and handle stressful situations.

Salary Range

$18-22/hour (up to 6 hours a week)

How To Apply

Send resume and cover letter to Ann Deshazo, Senior Director of VISIONS at Selis Manor: [email protected]

VISIONS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit rehabilitation and social service agency incorporated in 1926. VISIONS provides service for blind and visually impaired people of all ages in the Greater New York Metropolitan Area.

VISIONS is an equal opportunity employer. All job candidates, consultants, volunteers, and interns 18 years of age and older, must consent to a background investigation including a criminal justice system search, reference and education checks.