AMP: Artists' Meeting Place and Resource Collective

Painting/ Mixed Media Art Instructor
(Downtown LA)
Exceptional
Children's Foundation, a growing nonprofit social service agency serving
clients with developmental disabilities throughout LA County, is seeking an
Painting/ Mixed Media Art Instructor for our Downtown Los Angeles Art Center
studio. The Instructor will work one-on-one with adult students with
developmental disabilities to develop their own unique artwork for sale in our
downtown gallery as well as in other exhibition venues. This person should know
a variety of painting techniques and other mixed-media techniques including
drawing, collage, etc. that can be adapted to create successful projects with
our students. Responsibilities also include ensuring the safety and wellbeing
of our students, and helping to maintain an overall enjoyable studio for all

participants. Knowledge and interest in contemporary art needed. Instructor
will implement artistic, educational, and behavioral treatment plans monthly.
The position entails working with several developmentally disabled clients at a
time in a fun and energetic atmosphere. Experience with the developmentally
disabled community is highly preferred, but not required. Teaching experience
preferred but not required.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree and versatile painting skills (demonstrated
through portfolio). Valid California driver license and insurable driving
record.

We offer:
• Primary work schedule of Monday-Friday: 8:00am -- 3:30pm
(with some flexibility)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Freedom to create your own lesson plans
• The opportunity to assist with curating shows in our Downtown Gallery
• Opportunities to network within the local art scene
• A nurturing and creative environment
• Annual professional development training week

Want to know more? Please visit the Art Center Program website: www.artecf.org.

Qualified applicants may submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio by mail,
email, or fax to: Exceptional Children's Foundation, 5350 Machado Road, Culver
City, CA 90230; hr@ecf.net; (310) 391-1059. If sending application materials via
email, please indicate "Painting Art Instructor" in the subject line
and limit image attachments to 5 or provide a website link. Large emails may
bounce back or may not be received.

Exceptional Children's Foundation: www.ecf.net

Location:
Downtown LA
* Compensation: Salary: $9.50 - $12.83 per hour
* This is at a non-profit organization.
* Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
* Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
 
Bessie Kunath
www.bessiekunath.com

from LA Culture Net