Art Center Instructor - Youth (Part-time/Seasonal)

Expected Start Date: May 2025

Details

• Part Time (Part-time/Temporary/Seasonal Status), non-exempt
• $23.00 - $24.00 per hour (depending on qualifications)
• Reports to Recreation Supervisor- Arts and Events
• Located at Eden Prairie Art Center (7650 Equitable Dr., Eden Prairie, MN).
• Position runs May 2025 - August 2025. Shifts vary, including weekdays, weekends and evenings. Must be available minimum of 2 weekend shifts per month.
  
  

Responsibilities

The Art Center Instructor lead classes, workshops, and/or event hands-on projects for a variety of ages based on area of expertise and the needs of the Art Center. Individuals hired for this position may substitute for art classes in a variety of other mediums. The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact are:

• Provides instruction and prepares creative curriculum in a variety of media for youth or families. Instructs special bookings such as birthday/private parties or lessons and events. Ensures students and member needs are met through personal recognition and providing quality service.
• Effectively prepares the necessary resources and supplies prior to class and responds in timely manner to emails and other schedule inquiries.
• Assumes a leadership role as an arts professional through administration of all Art Center policies and procedures, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for participants and monitoring the well-being of all participants throughout art programs. Assists in the upkeep and general maintenance of the Art Center building. May be responsible for opening and closing the Art Center building for programs and open studio time.
  
  

While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City.

Requirements

• B.S., B.A., or B.F.A. degree in art, art history, education/teaching or related subject is preferred or must be currently enrolled in a related degree program and/or have significant teaching experience with children or youth. CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred. Experience teaching children or youth in an educational or recreation setting is required. Art teaching experience in a school or art center setting preferred. Minimum of 1-year of relevant experience preferred. Able to create lesson plans independently for youth in 2D and 3D. Preference given to individuals who can teach multiple mediums, specifically drawing/painting, ceramics, glass, sculpture, fiber, and process art. Some equipment training or subject-matter training may be provided. Summer day camp, evening and weekend availability required.
• Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City's evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment. Pre-employment processes for this position includes professional reference checks, background check, work verification
  
  

Skills

• Able to convey a message to get a point across. Communicates in a clear and concise manner. Able to write clearly and succinctly. Tailors message to a variety of communication settings and styles.
• Ability to perform and/or coordinate several activities, responsibilities, and tasks simultaneously in a polite and professional manner. Prioritizes what needs to get done. Keeps things neat and orderly. Utilizes tools for efficiency. Factors several considerations when planning. Establishes methods to ensure routine tasks are completed.
• Ability to tackle a problem by using logical, systematic, sequential approach. Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternatives. Notices discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information. Identifies a set of features, parameters or considerations to take into account in analyzing a situation or making a decision.
  
  

City of Eden Prairie Values

We are a service organization. We take pride in what we do. We cultivate a supportive, encouraging and productive culture with a strong customer focus. We promote wellness and plan work/life balance into our goals. We value differences and foster inclusion. We achieve success by exhibiting our core values: collaboration, innovation, integrity, performance and relationships.

Application Process

To apply, click on "apply now" at the top of the page or visit www.edenprairie.org and click on the Jobs tab.