Art Instructor
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MEADOWLANDS AREA YMCA
East Rutherford, NJ, US
Summary
The Art Instructor is responsible for teaching various art classes such as photography, painting, and mixed media while maintaining classroom management. They must ensure the safety and well-being of participants and maintain accurate program documentation.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Meadowlands Area YMCA - East Rutherford, NJ 07073Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $18.00 - $25.00 HourlyArt Instructor
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Meadowlands Area YMCA is a rapidly growing and progressive Association that is looking for individuals who can positively contribute to our team. Located in Bergen County, New Jersey we are in the shadows of the Meadowlands Sports Complex (home to the NY Giants, NY Jets and the 2014 Super Bowl) and right outside of New York City. It is an exciting time in our 96 year history - our YMCA is developing an 83,000 square feet building into our first full facility YMCA.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Meadowlands Area YMCA is seeking qualified individuals who will be responsible for teaching our Art classes including but not limited to photography, painting, cartoons, and mixed media. The Art Instructor will also be responsible for classroom management
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:
21+ years of age
CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse prevention training within 90 days of hire
Proven experience teaching at least one specialty topic including but not limited to; painting, pottery, mixed media, drawing
At least 1 year experience teaching art classes
Outgoing, energetic, and engaging
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Keep classroom in same condition as you found it.
Ensure the health, safety, and well being of participants in enrichment programs, by providing close supervision of all activities.
Be in assigned area with all equipment, when needed.
Create an atmosphere where all participants can have fun, are safe and learn.
Maintain accurate program documentation (incident, accident and behavior reports, attendance and sign-in / sign-out sheets).
Keep immediate supervisor informed of any concerns or problems regarding program participants or facilities.
Maintain an organized work space, by taking responsibility for the upkeep of supplies, materials, and program rooms.
Regularly communicate with Assistant Program Director to discuss lesson plans and activities, to ensure a good working relationship.
Communicate to caregivers to promote an understanding of the growth and development of their child.
Work cooperatively with professional staff and other departments.
Actively participate in all training sessions, designated meetings and special events.
All other miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned by supervisor.
SUPERVISOR: Associate Program Director
HOURS: weekday, evenings, and weekend class schedules
Compensation Package:
Salary Range - $18-$25 per hour
Established in 1920, the Meadowlands Area YMCA is located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, in a service area of 127,000 households serving more than 350,000 guests per year. In 2019 alone, the Y provided more than $650,000 in financial assistance to over 3,500 local families in Bergen County. The central facility and its 30+ site locations host programs that are committed to nurturing the potential of children, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. By offering a wide variety of wellness and enrichment programs designed to benefit infants to seniors, the Y is helping the community to build a better mind, body and spirit for people of all ages and circumstances. On May 19, 2017, the new 83,200 sq. ft. Meadowlands YMCA opened at 390 Murray Hill Parkway, East Rutherford, NJ. The facility is the former training center of the NBA’s New Jersey Nets and is this Association’s first centrally located building.
Founded
1920
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
East Rutherford, New Jersey
Established in 1920, the Meadowlands Area YMCA is located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, in a service area of 127,000 households serving more than 350,000 guests per year. In 2019 alone, the Y provided more than $650,000 in financial assistance to over 3,500 local families in Bergen County. The central facility and its 30+ site locations host programs that are committed to nurturing the potential of children, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. By offering a wide variety of wellness and enrichment programs designed to benefit infants to seniors, the Y is helping the community to build a better mind, body and spirit for people of all ages and circumstances. On May 19, 2017, the new 83,200 sq. ft. Meadowlands YMCA opened at 390 Murray Hill Parkway, East Rutherford, NJ. The facility is the former training center of the NBA’s New Jersey Nets and is this Association’s first centrally located building.
Founded
1920
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
East Rutherford, New Jersey
