Are you creative, energetic, and ready to make an art program your own?
Are you an artist, maker, crafter, designer or creative teacher who loves coming up with new ideas?
InclusionWorks is seeking an Art Splash Team Lead to lead our creative arts program for adults with cognitive delays.
Art Splash is more than an art class. It's a hands-on creative environment where individuals design, create and produce products that are shared with the community and sold through Etsy, craft fairs and sidewalk sales.
With up to 10 individuals supported by one staff member and generally a trained volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to lead the creative direction of the program while building relationships, encouraging independence and helping each individual discover and develop their abilities.
What You'll Do
As the Art Splash Team Lead, you'll have real ownership of the program, including:
- Develop and lead creative projects based on individual interests, abilities and goals.
- Teach and assist with hands-on art, craft and design projects.
- Help individuals explore artistic techniques such as drawing, painting, sculpting and other creative processes.
- Help participants use creative technology and equipment, including Cricut machines, heat presses, thermal presses and computers.
- Turn participants' ideas and artwork into finished products for community sales and other opportunities to showcase their work.
- Build genuine relationships while working side-by-side on creative projects.
- Observe and document progress and outcomes.
- Provide direction to artists, interns, volunteers and others working with Art Splash.
- Monitor art supplies and equipment and source materials as needed.
- Work collaboratively with the InclusionWorks team to create an environment that is creative, inclusive, fun and focused on independence.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is creative, dependable, patient and great with people.
You may be a great fit if you have experience as an:
- Art teacher
- Artist
- Craft instructor
- Maker
- Designer
- Creative program instructor
- Or another creative professional with hands-on experience
You should also have:
- Familiarity with crafting and artistic techniques.
- Experience working with, or a strong understanding of, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
- Experience developing programs or activities for people with disabilities preferred.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Excellent active listening and social perceptiveness.
- A valid driver's license.
- Ability to successfully complete required background and drug screening.
- Ability to complete required State of Ohio training within the first month of employment.
You don't need to be a traditional classroom teacher to be successful here. If you love creating, enjoy developing hands-on projects, and know how to connect with people, your experience may be a great fit.
Why You'll Love This Job
- Creative freedom. You won't simply follow a lesson plan. You'll have the opportunity to develop and run your own creative programming.
- Meaningful work. Help individuals build confidence, develop skills, express themselves and take pride in what they've created.
- See the results. From an idea on a computer screen to a finished product coming off a Cricut or heat press, you'll see the creative process come to life.
- Team environment. Work alongside staff, artists, interns, volunteers and community partners.
- Benefits. InclusionWorks offers paid holidays, sick/personal time, and paid vacation after one year of service.
About InclusionWorks
InclusionWorks is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our programs provide meaningful opportunities for creativity, independence, social connection and personal growth.
If you're looking for a job where you can create, teach, build relationships and see the impact of your work every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply through Indeed and tell us about your creative experience.
We look forward to meeting you!
Pay: $32,760.00 - $36,400.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any prior experience with those who are cognitively delayed or differently abled?
Work Location: In person
