Indefinite Arts Centre is a fun, fast-paced, dynamic work environment where everyone pitches in for a great cause—to 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.

Files

• Studio Instructor - Indefinite Arts Centre PDF