day habilitation program art instructor
Salary, Full Time
position summary
The Art Instructor is responsible for creating and implementing engaging art programs that promote creativity, self-expression, and personal growth among our Day Habilitation Individuals.
Responsibilities
Develop and Implement Art Programs:
- Design and implement appropriate art programs and activities for individuals.
- Plan lessons that incorporate a variety of artistic techniques, mediums, and styles to engage
- participants and foster their artistic skills.
- Adapt teaching strategies to accommodate different learning abilities.
- Teach basic art skills, such as drawing, pain*ng, sculpture, and mixed media, to participants.
- Offer individualized instruction to help participants develop their artistic abilities and talents.
- Conduct group art sessions, encouraging participants to collaborate and express themselves
- through art.
- Manage classroom behaviors and direct activities in a way that stimulates participation.
- Encourage participants to explore their creativity through art and express their emotions
- through various artistic mediums and styles.
- Provide opportunities for participants to create their own art pieces, explore different art forms,
- and showcase their artwork.
- Evaluate individuals' artistic abilities and progress and provide constructive feedback to support
- their growth and development.
- Keep detailed records of participants' achievements, areas of improvement, and individualized
- goals.
Requirements
- 2 years of previous experience with individuals with developmental disabilities or equivalent
- education is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in art education, Fine Arts, or a related field (preferred).
- Proficiency in a variety of artistic techniques, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed
- media.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help individuals explore and enjoy art.
- Organizational skills to plan and coordinate art programs and activities.
- Flexibility to adjust teaching strategies based on individual progress and abilities.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
physical demands/working conditions
- Handles basic concepts and problems, balancing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- The ability to effectively communicate (orally and written) and interact with others, including
- diverse, inter-disciplinary, cross-functional teams.
- The ability to read, concentrate and learn.
- Physical requirements include: sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, walking, lifting, pushing and pulling in excess of 50 pounds, and crisis management techniques including physical holds and restraints.
- Ability to stand, walk, and move freely around the facility to actively engage with participants.
- Lift and carry art supplies and materials as needed.
- Excellent listening skills and ability to communicate effectively with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Patience and emotional resilience to handle challenging behaviors and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
- Support and maintain all corporate policies, procedures, and quality and confidentiality standards.
- Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed to meet the needs of the organization at any time.
benefits
- A comprehensive benefits package with a choice of health plans that include medical, dental, and vision.
- Life-Insurance
- 401(k) investment package, and free consultation and/or with the company's financial Advisor
- Bonus Check (Performance Based)
- Employee Referral Incentive
- Birthday Incentive
- Paid Time Off
- Discounted sessions with a Chiropractor, Personal trainer, and Nutritionist
