Under the direction of the Sr. Program Director of Arts and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA of Greater Charlotte, the Professional Teaching Artist – Visual Art will be responsible for instructing and implementing the Visual Art Program for the branch, its members, and the community. 

Qualifications:

• 4 year degree preferably in Visual Arts/Art related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Masters in Theatre / art related field preferred.
• 5 years practicing the specialized theatre / art form and 5 hours annually of continuing education in theatre / art related field.
• 4 years minimum experience in teaching visual art / art classes for participants of all ages.
• Experience identifying, designing and implementing training for new teachers into the arts program.
• Experience implementing a showcase or presenting student work to an audience.
• Present a professional image to participants and general public.
• Strong decision making skills, versatility, initiative, and human relation skills.
• Enthusiasm and the ability to work well with participants and develop harmonious relationships with staff, and members.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to assist in developing and implementing class curriculum in alignment with strategic program goals.
• Safety certifications and all trainings and certifications in accordance with the Quality Standards within required timeframe.

Physical Requirements: 

• Walking
• Sitting
• Squatting
• Vision
• Crouching
• Stooping
• Climbing
• Hearing
• Kneeling
• Standing
• Carrying (50 lbs.)
• Speech
• Pushing (50 lbs.)
• Pulling (50 lbs.)
• Lifting (50 lbs.)
• Writing

Principle Activities:

• Provide quality age appropriate instruction in visual arts, creating a fun, engaging growth environment that meets the needs of and appropriately challenges every program participant.
• Turn in detailed lesson plans on or before provided deadlines incorporating arts integrated learning to enhance life skills as well as visual art skills.
• Create an collaboration of young artists challenging and valuing every student.
• Identify and incorporate appropriate accommodations to serve students of all abilities.
• Instruct visual art / art classes at agreed upon scheduled times.
• Implement a high quality showcase highlighting the students’ work for an audience.
• Arrange for substitutes to teach scheduled classes when necessary.
• Provide professional and engaging communication to families in person and via email utilizing provided outlines and standards while meeting outlined communication deadlines.
• Insure the health and safety of each participant and maintain a safe and clean program site.
• Be a positive influence and advocate of the arts and the YMCA.
• Accept the goals and objectives of the YMCA and work to achieve them.
• Take part in all training or in-service activities to develop proficiencies required performing job responsibilities.
• Attend staff meetings, promptly and prepared.
• Be an active participant in program analysis providing constructive and proactive feedback for program adjustments and improvements.
• Maintain positive relationships, open communication with YMCA personnel, participants, administration and volunteers.
• Participate in program enhancements including, but not limited to Birthday Parties, Special exhibits, Yearly festivals such as Inspire Ballantyne.
• Assume any other duties as assigned by the YMCA administration. 

Effect on End Results:

• The effectiveness of the incumbent’s performance will be measured by mutually agreed upon objectives. Furthermore, the effectiveness will be measured by:
• the significant growth and improvement of the Visual Art / Art program
• the degree to which the program is supported by the membership and community
• The positive impact the program has on participants and their families.
• Program evaluations that meet the branch quality point and percentage return criteria.