Educator in Flint, Michigan

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Art Educator

The Flint Institute of Arts is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Art Educator to join our team. This role is vital in delivering high-quality art education through school and community outreach programs, gallery tours and lectures, studio activities, homeschool and afterschool programs.

Responsibilities

Program Development, Instruction and Classroom Management:

• Collaborate with the Curriculum Coordinator to design age-appropriate lesson plans and educational activities for diverse groups ranging from Pre-K to adults.
• Teach a variety of art lessons to Pre-K-Adult groups.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment that encourages creativity and engagement.
• Use effective teaching strategies to address varied learning needs, including special education adaptations.
• Assess student progress and tailor instructional approaches to support their development.

Collaboration, Support, Growth:

• Work with colleagues and external partners to create meaningful educational experiences and special programming.
• Maintain art studios and manage supplies to ensure an efficient and inspiring creative environment.
• Assist the Director in planning and delivering educational programs and substitute for colleagues as needed.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current in educational strategies and artistic practices.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS, or BFA) in Art Education, Fine Arts/Design, Education, or Museum Studies from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency in visual arts and design principles.
• Previous experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of childhood development, behavior management techniques, and educational theories.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.

Preferred:

• Michigan K-12 Teaching Certificate (current or past).

Physical Activities required to perform essential functions

• Driving: Transportation to and from Outreach locations.
• Sitting/Standing/Walking: Approximately 70% of time is spent standing or moving around work areas. Balance of time (approximately 30%) is spent seated while working at a desk.
• Speaking/Hearing: Clear diction and acute hearing are necessary for e?ective communication with co-workers, the public, and outside agencies, by telephone and in person.
• Vision: Corrected vision close to 20/20 is necessary to e?ectively use the computer screens and interpret written information.
• Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling: The ability to lift and carry weights up to 20 pounds.
• Stooping/Kneeling: The ability to stoop and kneel is necessary for accessing supplies and performing inspections.
• Reading/Handling: Good manual dexterity is necessary for computer keyboard use and for retrieving and working with appropriate paperwork, equipment, and supplies.