Teaching Artist (Part-Time)
Teaching Artist (Part-Time)
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26-06-2025
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Job Path supports people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. Job Path encourages people to explore what they want out of life and to chart their own journeys. Whether its finding a job making a contribution in a volunteer role establishing a home or being part of the community the goal is to assist the person to lead a full and active life.
Job Path is seeking a part-time Teaching Artist responsible for helping people supported by Job Path to grow as artists. The Teaching Artist will run a weekly art studio where individuals can create art in its many forms and traditions which may include drawing painting sculpting and designing. The Teaching Artist will also identify opportunities for individuals to become part of the mainstream artistic community establishing relationships with art venues and community arts organizations and arranging exhibitions and shows. The ideal candidate will adapt various art projects to meet the ability level and interest of the individuals and will work with individuals at all levels of abilities to encourage and assist them to express themselves through art.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following tasks:
Qualifications:
Reports to: Senior Director of Day Services and Group Specialist
Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP) ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans 403b retirement plan with employer match after two years of employment and meeting hours requirement.
Health dental and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and answer and cover letter via our jobs board
Or send via fax to or mail to:
Job Path
Attn: Hiring Manager
256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor
New York NY 10018
*Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. No calls please.
**Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races color creed national origin sex age disability marital status sexual orientation employment or citizenship status.**
Job Path is seeking a part-time Teaching Artist responsible for helping people supported by Job Path to grow as artists. The Teaching Artist will run a weekly art studio where individuals can create art in its many forms and traditions which may include drawing painting sculpting and designing. The Teaching Artist will also identify opportunities for individuals to become part of the mainstream artistic community establishing relationships with art venues and community arts organizations and arranging exhibitions and shows. The ideal candidate will adapt various art projects to meet the ability level and interest of the individuals and will work with individuals at all levels of abilities to encourage and assist them to express themselves through art.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following tasks:
- Through a 2x weekly art studio create a supportive art setting where the individuals can learn about art traditions and learn to express them through art; demonstrate various methods and design projects that allow individuals to explore methods and media
- Schedule and send reminders about the weekly group
- Facilitate the weekly art group at Job Paths office (and occasionally via Zoom or another virtual platform at the discretion of the supervisor)
- Support and cultivate talent and help individuals grow as artists
- Create individual/group portfolios spotlighting peoples work
- Conduct other tasks as needed or required
- Ensure that there are adequate art materials and supplies available and maintain an inventory of supplies
- Arrange for people to participate in community based art activities and organizations; arrange for shows and exhibitions.
- Complete and submit case notes immediately following the class and monthly summary notes for participants in the case
Qualifications:
- One year of art teaching experience
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
- Proven capacity to be proactive in organizing projects
- Ability to work in collaborative settings.
- If you are currently employed at Job Path only hourly employees may apply for this position.
Reports to: Senior Director of Day Services and Group Specialist
Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP) ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans 403b retirement plan with employer match after two years of employment and meeting hours requirement.
Health dental and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and answer and cover letter via our jobs board
Or send via fax to or mail to:
Job Path
Attn: Hiring Manager
256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor
New York NY 10018
*Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. No calls please.
**Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races color creed national origin sex age disability marital status sexual orientation employment or citizenship status.**
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
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