ART & CRAFT DIRECTOR

Are you passionate about creativity, inclusion, and the power of self-expression? CTF Illinois is looking for an Art and Craft Director to inspire our community of Artists - individuals with disabilities exploring their creative potential. In this hands-on, people-first role, you'll design vibrant art activities, lead a team, and help Artists showcase and sell their unique works throughout the community. We welcome applicants who enjoy teaching, organizing exciting projects, and building connections that celebrate the power of self-expression and engaging art programs.

What You’ll Do

• Manage overall operations for day training in order to enhance the skill development, health, freedom and personal dignity of individuals receiving services.
• Develop creative education opportunities that teach various art and craft models, skills, and exploration methods for Artists.
• Design and implement an engaging curriculum built on diverse techniques to motivate participation and foster creative growth.
• Lead and mentor a team of creative staff to support participants in exploring their artistic interests.
• Manage pricing strategies, documenting and tracking all sales in collaboration with the business office. Ensure storefront displays are clean, safe, and welcoming consistent with DHS expectations and resembling professional storefronts in the community.
• Represent the program and Artists at local fairs, markets, and festivals through organized vendor participation. Host regular community events to increase awareness and promote art sales.
• Create daily, weekly, and monthly program schedules that encourage consistent artistic development and production for community display and sale.
• Encourage self-expression, creativity, and skill-building through adaptive and accessible techniques. Promote People-First values- celebrating ability, individuality, and personal growth through art and crafts.
  
  

What We Offer

• Starting Salary: $50,000-$55,000
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
• Company provided Short & Long Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match, $20,000 Company Paid Life Insurance Policy
• Health, Dental, Vision, Additional Life, Insurance available.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in art education or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Creative thinker who enjoys teaching, organizing, and motivating others.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated experience with multiple art and craft media, production, and resale.
• Experience teaching and supporting others in art production and creative development.
• Valid Drivers License with acceptable driving record per company requirements.
• Previous DSP training and experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Certification (or ability to obtain one) and experience as a QMRP/QIDP preferred but not required.