Job Description

The City of New Westminster Parks and Recreation Department is looking for a qualified and experienced drawing instructor to lead and provide high-level instruction adult programs. This position requires a background in both art and instruction, with experience in drawing techniques, materials and traditional practices. Applicants should be familiar with course curriculum that builds skills throughout a series of classes. Applicants with current artistic practices (producing and/or exhibiting) are encouraged to apply. Expertise in other adult art programs including watercolour painting would be considered an asset.
Applications will be reviewed upon submission and shortlisted candidates may be interviewed prior to the posting closing date.

Required languages: English

Education level: Educational background in visual arts either through continued professional development or through completion of accredited programs.

Required skills: • Availability to teach on Sundays from 2:00 – 4:00pm, January 19 – March 9. Additional hours and different program time options may be available for future sessions. • Educational background in visual arts either through continued professional development or through completion of accredited programs. • Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of contemporary art education and sound previous instructing experience within a recreational and/or cultural studio setting. • Kind and approachable demeanor. • Sound knowledge of non-formal teaching methods and group leadership techniques. • Excellent classroom management and organizational skills. • Ability to create and provide supply lists and develop curriculum. • Excellent time management and responsiveness. • Must be able to successfully pass and maintain a satisfactory Police Information Check.

Closest intersection: Royal Avenue, 6th Street