Art Assistant Instructor About us: The Downers Grove Park District offers quality parks facilities and programs for people of all ages to enjoy and explore. Home to 48 parks a recreation center history museum nature center golf course community center and more theres something for everyone at Downers Grove Park District! Learn more at . The Opportunity: As an Art Assistant Instructor youll be responsible for assisting the Art Instruction with the implementation of recreational youth and adult art programs. Art classes take place at the Lincoln Center935 Maple Ave Downers Grove. Pay: The rate for this part time position is $16/hour Benefits: - Free Fitness Membership at 4500 Fitness
- Red Cross First Aid and CPR Training
When youll work: Part-time. Specifically looking for assistance Mondays 3:30-7:30pm. Additional hours may be available based on class needs. This position may have the opportunity to launch and lead new art classes. Role Expectations: - Assist the Lead Art Instructor in preparing for classes and activities
- Assist in instructing classes while adapting to participants learning styles abilities and interests; implement different approaches to teaching techniques and skills
- Assist in implementing and enforcing class rules for safety and behavior
- Maintain courteous and effective communication between staff participants and/or parents
- Report any incidents/accidents to the Supervisor immediately. Complete and submit accident/incident forms
- Inventory art supplies; requisition when as needed
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive public image by addressing questions and concerns from staff patrons participants and parents immediately
- Attend staff meetings trainings and special events as scheduled by the Recreation Supervisor
- Understand communicate and enforce Park District rules and policies to campers and the public
- Substitute for Lead Art Instructor if needed
About you: - Can successfully work independently and part of a team to achieve assigned goals
- Ability to provide a high level of customer service to internal and external customers
- Able to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees participants and the public
- Can assume a positive and active role in classes
- Ability to enforce park district rules and make sound decisions in order to secure the safety and well-being of all participants facilities and equipment
What sets us apart: - Flexible hours
- Supportive and friendly coworkers
- Collaborative and connected management
- Work for a Distinguished Agency Park District
The Downers Grove Park District is an EOE.
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