Studio Instructors

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Studio Instructors

Indefinite Arts Centre is a fun, fast-paced, dynamic work environment where everyone pitches in for a great causeto provide artistic training, creation and exhibition opportunities for people with developmental disabilities.

We are currently seeking two studio instructors to join our amazing team.

Term: Permanent part-time, 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 9:00am – 3:30pm

Compensation: $20 per hour, increases to $22 per hour upon successful completion of a three-month probation. We also offer a great health benefits package.

Start: Immediately

What you will do:

  • Achieve an understanding of and maintain alignment with the art goals of Indefinite Arts Centre and our individual artists; facilitate and inspire the artists’ learning using methods appropriate for the individual artists.
  • Encourage artists to exhibit artwork in appropriate Indefinite Arts Centre or community exhibitions.
  • Ensure the availability of studio supplies to artists and communicate shortages or additional needs to the Director, Artist & Program Development.
  • Assist with training and supervision of studio volunteers and practicum students as required.
  • Provide input to initial artist assessments and complete monthly tracking of goals/objectives for assigned artists.
  • Set fees for projects to assure that costs are covered and ensure that charges for supplies are made to artists.
  • Keep studio areas clean and tidy to provide a safe environment for everyone.
  • Participate in team meetings as required.
  • Assist with planning and implementation of social and fundraising events.
  • Submit ideas and concepts for community-based projects (e.g.; community programs; art sales).
  • Keep the Director, Artist & Program Development advised of matters which affect the conduct of programs and the welfare of the artists.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Director, Artist & Program Development.

What you will bring:

  • Creativity, initiative and a desire to contribute to the positive atmosphere and success of our studio for both Indefinite Arts Centre and individual artists.
  • Expertise in one or more art areas of specialization with the ability to incorporate physical and behavioural adaptations to successfully share your knowledge with artists with developmental and physical disabilities.
  • A mature attitude and ability to work autonomously in a collaborative environment; ability to work with adults with disabilities.

Please submit your resume, either by email or in person, to Heather Jones at heather.jones@indefinitearts.com.

We are hiring for two positions at this time. The job will remain open until both positions have been successfully filled.

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