Multi Disciplinary Art Instructor
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Job Location:
Denver, CO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Benefits:
- Material stipend
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
JOB AD: Multi-Disciplinary Art Instructor
Location: Lakewood CO (Valor Point VA Eastern Colorado Healthcare System)
Schedule: Wednesdays 3:00 PM 5:00 PM (48 weeks/year)
Compensation: $40/hr (1099 Independent Contractor)
Contract Type: Part-Time Consistent Weekly Engagement
Organization: Augustine Angels
Schedule: Wednesdays 3:00 PM 5:00 PM (48 weeks/year)
Compensation: $40/hr (1099 Independent Contractor)
Contract Type: Part-Time Consistent Weekly Engagement
Organization: Augustine Angels
About the Opportunity
Augustine Angels is seeking a highly versatile multi-disciplinary Art Instructor to lead a year-long art program for Veterans at Valor Point a residential treatment program serving individuals recovering from homelessness trauma PTSD and substance use.
This instructor will teach 12 different art moduleseach lasting 4 weekscovering a broad range of creative mediums. This is meaningful impactful work that helps Veterans build confidence connection and new coping skills through artistic expression.
What Youll Teach
You must be comfortable teaching ALL of the following modules:
- Jewelry Making
- Acrylic Painting
- Drawing
- Watercolor
- Mixed Media
- Photography
- Fiber Arts
- Book Arts
- Ceramics (hand-built)
- Pottery (with kiln finishing support provided)
- Leatherwork
- Woodworking (light beginner-friendly projects)
You do not need to be a master in every discipline but you must be sufficiently knowledgeable creative adaptable and confident leading beginners through approachable therapeutic hands-on projects.
Role Responsibilities
- Teach a weekly 2-hour onsite class (Wednesdays)
- Deliver hands-on instruction in each of the 12 mediums
- Introduce techniques guide projects and support Veteran creativity
- Maintain a positive calm trauma-sensitive teaching environment
- Work collaboratively with onsite VA behavioral health staff
- Plan monthly project sequences and class flow
- Prepare easy-to-execute beginner-friendly projects for small groups (up to 6 Veterans)
- Communicate with Augustine Angels program lead and program assistant
- Support Veteran confidence self-expression and emotional well-being
You Bring
- Demonstrated experience teaching multiple art forms
- Ability to adapt beginner-friendly instruction across a wide range of materials
- 3 years of experience as an artist art educator teaching artist or creative facilitator
- Experience working in community art programs schools recreation centers or therapeutic environments
- Compassion patience and respect for individuals navigating trauma or recovery
- Ability to pass a federal background check
- Reliable weekly availability on Wednesdays
Why This Role Matters
This is not just art instruction it is an opportunity to help Veterans reconnect with joy creativity confidence and community. The ideal candidate is someone who believes deeply in the healing power of the arts and feels comfortable guiding Veterans through a meaningful year-long creative journey.
How to Apply
Please send:
- A brief introduction
- A portfolio or examples of work across multiple mediums
- A resume or summary of relevant teaching experience
Compensation: $60.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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