Seasonal Accessible Art Instructor
Great Neck Park District · Great Neck, NY, US
About the role
About the Role
The Seasonal Accessible Art Instructor leads art classes designed for participants of all abilities. This position creates a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where everyone can express themselves through art. The instructor plans engaging lessons, adapts activities to meet individual needs, and encourages creativity, confidence, and personal growth.
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience teaching art in an inclusive or special needs setting.
- Knowledge of adaptive teaching techniques and accessibility practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to modify lessons to meet individual participant needs.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
- Training or certification in special education, adaptive art, or art therapy.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Familiarity with adaptive art tools or assistive technology.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- Bilingual skills are a plus.
Responsibilities
- Plan and teach accessible art classes for participants of all abilities.
- Adapt projects and materials to meet individual needs.
- Create a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Encourage creativity and provide guidance and support to participants.
- Work with program staff, families, and caregivers as needed.
- Organize and maintain art supplies and equipment.
- Track attendance and communicate with program staff.
- Follow all program and safety guidelines.
Skills
- Strong art instruction and teaching skills.
- Knowledge of adaptive teaching methods.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, creativity, and a positive attitude.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
