Activity Instructor Visual Arts (LEAP) Job at Good Shepherd Services in New York

Overview

Activity Instructor Visual Arts (LEAP) role at Good Shepherd Services. The Visual Arts Instructor leads hands-on, creative art classes for youth, fostering creativity, skill development, and self-expression in a fun, engaging setting.

Responsibilities

• Teach age-appropriate visual arts classes using mediums such as drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, and mixed media.
• Follow and adapt a sequenced art curriculum while incorporating original projects and student interests.
• Submit lesson and unit plans in advance for review.
• Connect art projects to history, culture, literacy, or other academic themes when appropriate.
• Plan and organize a culminating art show, exhibit, or portfolio presentation each session.
• Work with the Program Director to ensure classes support student creativity and align with program goals.
• Collaborate with group leaders and program aides, assigning classroom support roles and sharing expectations.
• Guide support staff in helping students continue or reinforce projects between sessions.
• Manage setup, cleanup, and care of art supplies, materials, and classroom organization.
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings.
• Maintain an inclusive, encouraging environment where students feel comfortable experimenting and sharing their work.
• Bring creativity, flexibility, and enthusiasm to each class.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

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