Art Educator I/II

The City of Aspen is hiring the following Red Brick Center of the Arts position:

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Job Title: Art Educator I/II
Department: Red Brick Center for the Arts
Classification: intermittent, non-exempt

Pay Range (depending on experience):

• Art Educator I: $30.99/hour - 37.29/hour
• Art Educator II: $37.49/hour - 45.00/hour

Position Summary: Plans and teaches youth/ adult art class(es) at the Red Brick Center for the Arts.

Supervision Exercised and Received: Position works under the general direction of the Arts Programming Coordinator.

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Art Educator I: Essential Job Functions
Class Planning and Preparation with support from the Arts Programming Coordinator
*Plans projects for art class(es) specific to age group and art medium designated.
*Creates a supply list and/or reading list appropriate for art class(es).
*Writes a summary and description of the class(es).

Instruction and Student Support
*Creates an enjoyable, engaging, and safe learning environment.
*Teaches participants with a range of skill levels and tailors instructions for each student.
*Assists and guides participants through the art making process and techniques while offering encouragement.
*Upholds safety standards for use of materials.
*Possesses interpersonal skills including understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, and politeness to others. Relates well to different people from varied backgrounds.

Classroom Management
*Maintains an organized and clean classroom and equipment.
*Cleans up materials, tidy up the room, and puts supplies away at the end of class.
*Prepares the classroom and class expectations with support from the Arts Programming Coordinator.
*Maintains and demonstrates time management.

Parent/ Guardian Communication and Team Collaboration with Support from the Arts Programming Coordinator (Youth Classes)
*Answers questions and be available during drop-off and pick-up times.
*Communicates daily with parents and guardians about the class schedule and student activities.
*Handles disciplinary issues with support from the Arts Programming Coordinator.
*Counts students at the beginning and end of each activity.
*Fills out accident reports or behavior reports as needed.
*If applicable, provides direction to Arts Camp Counselors to assist with class operations and student support.

Art Educator II: Includes all responsibilities of Art Educator I, as well as advanced planning, leadership, and program development duties.
*Independently plans projects for art class(es) specific to age group and art medium designated.
*Creates a supply list and/or reading list appropriate for art class(es).
*Writes a summary and description of the class(es).
*Develops program goals and class curriculums.
*Assists in developing seasonal class offerings, and strategic planning.
*Mentors new educators or assists with onboarding.
*May lead professional development workshops or curriculum design efforts.
*Provides feedback to the Arts Programming Coordinator on curriculum effectiveness and participant needs.

Classroom Management
*May step in to supervise or support Arts Camp Counselors in more complex situations.
*Handles disciplinary issues.
*Prepares and clearly communicates class expectations.

Organizational Commitment and Values:
City Organizational Values
*Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions.
Other duties as assigned.
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Core Competencies: Displays the following key competencies and behaviors in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills and abilities:

*Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments.
*Partnership: Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together.
*Stewardship: Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all.
*Innovation: Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen's unique culture, opportunities and challenges.
*Communication: Demonstrates effective oral, written, visual, and non-verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate appropriately with the Director, Arts Programming Coordinator, Red Brick staff, participants, students, and, when applicable, parents.
*Interpersonal: Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups both within and outside the organization. Builds positive relationships through understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, and professionalism. Relates well to individuals from varied backgrounds and consistently provides excellent customer service.
*Technology: Demonstrates technology skills sufficient for the nature and level of position. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation.
*Problem Solving: Ability to recognize problems and effectively work independently or with others to reach a viable solution.
*Classroom Materials: Knowledge of art materials and tools necessary to instruct students in an informed class; managing student use of materials and their appropriateness for age and ability.
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Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience: Previous art education experience with specific age group, preferred but not required
Technical Knowledge: Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Email.

Licenses & Certifications: Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date.

NOTE: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required abilities, knowledge, and skills as determined by the City of Aspen may be substituted for the requirements above.
NOTE: This position requires a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.

Preferred Qualifications for Art Educator II
*3+ years of relevant teaching experience
*Advanced degree or certification in art education, fine arts, or related field
*Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience in an educational setting

Position Type and Work Hours:
*Intermittent: Hours and days vary depending on class, camp, or workshop needs.
Work Environment:
*Indoors: Red Brick Center for the Arts facility which includes office environment, art classroom, and gallery.
*Outdoors/Off-Site: Field trips to parks, playgrounds, museums, and other relatable sights. Meetings, trainings, and conferences at a variety of city facilities and areas.

Physical Demands
Visual Acuity: Ability to bring objects into focus.
Balancing: Maintaining equilibrium.
Bending: Bending or position oneself to move an object from one level to another.
Carrying: Occasionally up to 20 lbs. unassisted such as small children, supplies, toys, etc.
Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Climbing: Ascending or descending stationary objects.
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Performing work through using two or more body parts or other devices.
Gripping/Grasping: Ability to apply pressure with fingers and palm.
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means.
Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds.
Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees
Lifting: Occasionally up to 20 lbs. unassisted such as small children, supplies, toys, etc.
Pushing/Pulling: Ability to use upper extremities to exert force in order to press, draw, drag or haul objects in a sustained motion.
Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction.
Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements.
Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position.
Standing: Ability to sustain position for a period of time.
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information.
Walking: Ability to move to traverse from one location to another.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer