Adaptive Art Instructor

Description

Position Summary :

The YMCA of Greater Boston is searching for Adaptive Art Instructors for children with disabilities. The role of the Adaptive Art Instructor is to facilitate enjoyable, safe, and fun art activities for all participants, regardless of their physical capabilities. This role also includes working with volunteers that will assist with the activities. The candidate must possess excellent child, parent and volunteer communication skills. The Adaptive Art Instructor’s responsibilities include assessing participant capabilities, determining suitable activities, and providing appropriate adaptations for the child to be successful. Activities should provide for growth in skills, self-awareness, self-expression and group relationship building.

Key Responsibilities

Skills & Competencies :

• Excellent relationship building and conflict resolution skills in order to facilitate positive relationships with parents, staff, children, volunteers and community partners.
• Excellent teaching skills providing clear instruction, feedback and positive motivation.
• Detail oriented, strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to manage small and large groups children and / or adults

Qualities Needed :

Essential Functions :

Program Implementation

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The YMCA Is the nation’s leading nonprofit, committed to strengthening communities through healthy living, youth development and social responsibility. In Boston, the Y is over 150 years old, successful in empowering people of all ages to learn, grow and thrive. In neighborhoods across greater Boston, the Y is community centered and has the presence and partnerships to deliver positive change. Every day the Y’s impact is felt, whether it’s an adult who chooses a healthy lifestyle; a child who is inspired to learn a new skill or a community that comes together for the common good. The Y.   So Much More!

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Education & Experience :

Qualifications

Job Benefits

Why work at the Y?

The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to :

The YMCA of Greater Boston is the largest social services provider in Massachusetts.  Through our network of facilities and program sites, the YMCA provides health and wellness programming, child care, summer camp, youth sports, and teen leadership programs, as well as work-force development and community outreach.

The YMCA of Greater Boston is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.