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Creative Arts Specialist
Proposed Job Description/Duties & Responsibilities
Many of the expectations of the Creative Arts Specialist are similar to those of our Activity Coordinators:
v Prioritize the health & safety of all youths, adhering to NY State Childcare Regulations, site Health & Safety Plans, & BGC Employee Handbook
v Plan, organize, prepare, & lead educational activities for youths
v Provide adequate, engaged supervision for the youths in your area or group
v Transport youths to & from program in BGC vehicles, as assigned
v Ability to work in a face-paced environment
v Safeguard confidentiality of members
v Clean area after use
v Inventory supplies, alerting supervisor if any materials are needed
v Take accurate attendance during daily programs
v Conduct daily safety checks, health checks, & periodic drills, as required
v At all times maintain a professional appearance demeanor reflective of the high level of quality, standards, & expectations promoted by BGC
v Participate in weekly site meetings & 1-on-1 meetings with supervisor
v Alert supervisor to any safety concerns or other issues that may impact the health & well-being of youths in the program
Art-Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare activities, & provide developmentally appropriate instruction on art techniques, styles & mediums, help members skills in drawing, coloring, painting, & 3D techniques
• Pottery experienced preferred
• Supervise activities to ensure that learners interact in a supportive & respectful manner
• Encourage creativity & self-expression among members
• Be attentive & responsive to themes in members' art that might indicate distress in their personal lives or behaviors that suggest an issue
• Prep the classroom by gathering & setting up materials, create samples & models as needed
• Instruct members on the use of media & tools such as scissors, compasses, rulers, pencils, markers, pastels as well as acrylic, watercolor paint, fiber arts, collage, beading, origami, clay, & more
• Organize display members' work - in the art room & around the club, as well as in various locations around the community
• Encourage youths to assist with cleaning when possible, & thoroughly clean the program space after each lesson & at the end of the night
• Teach problem-solving, collaboration, & time management
• Evaluate member art & save pieces for art shows
• Mat artwork, create gallery cards, & hang art shows (at the Dove Block Gallery, BGC Family Fun Nights, & local events)

Required Qualifications
v At least 18 years of age
v High School Diploma and/or at least 1 year of experience working with youths – time spent working with youths in an artistic capacity preferred
v Communication & organization skills
v Flexibility, willingness to step up & step in to help, as needed (may be asked to substitute in different areas other than the one to which you’re primarily assigned)
v Dedication to acting with maturity, professionalism, & respect to coworkers, youths & families; ability to work with youths & adults from various backgrounds (including, but not limited to: age, socioeconomic status, race, sexual orientation, ability…)
v Commitment to being a positive role model for youths, encouraging inclusion, teamwork, good sportsmanship, growth mindset, & kindness/respect
v Driver’s license, ability to drive BGC-owned vehicles, willingness to assist with transportation (preferred)
Work Environment
This is a part-time, in-person position, serving at one or both of our two Geneva sites. The employee in this position will report to the Site Supervisor at their location, & will be expected to demonstrate a high level of maturity, professionalism, patience, & respect. The anticipated pay rate is $19.50/hour, with a typical schedule of Monday through Friday. During the school year, required hours will be 2pm to 6:30pm, plus additional mandatory trainings (announced in advance). In the summer, Creative Arts Specialists will work at least 11:30am to 6pm, Monday through Thursday, plus 8am to 6pm on Fridays. Note: Since there are often art shows and other creative opportunities outside of traditional program hours, there may be additional hours available some evenings/weekends.
Current medical/TB check, background check, & other paperwork must be completed before working with children, with a start date of September 3rd, 2024 (mandatory training).
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $19.50 per hour
Expected hours: 22.5 – 25 per week
Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person