RATE OF PAY: $17.75 per hour
SUMMER HOURS OF WORK: Position not available in the Summer term
FALL/WINTER HOURS OF WORK: TBD
Job Description
The Creative Arts Educator is a student leader who is responsible for facilitating creative art programs to York University students within Calumet and Stong Colleges. Reporting to the Student Success Coordinators the Creative Arts Educator is expected to work collaboratively to identify the needs of peer leaders, Faculty of Health students and other Colleges stakeholders as it pertains to the creative arts. The Colleges believe art is for everyone and it can act as a catalyst to inspire, engage and create community.
Creative Arts Educators will operate from the Samuel J. Zacks Gallery. In collaboration with staff, faculty and peer leaders they will identify, organize and facilitate monthly applied art experiences that are engaging, innovative, accessible and responsive to student need. Some examples include: Speed Painting, Knitting and Brush Lettering. All activities will be participatory, experimental and educational.
Organizational Status
This position reports directly to the Student Success Coordinator and works in cooperation with the Heads of Calumet & Stong Colleges, the Director, Student & Academic Services & Strategic Initiative, the Manager, Student Success and Stakeholder Engagement, the Administrative & Events Coordinator, Student Development Assistant, Peer Leaders, and student organizations.
Work Performed – Basic Duties and Responsibilities
- Reviews all Calumet and Stong Colleges materials related to existing arts programming
- Meets with Calumet and Stong Colleges leaders (Heads of Colleges, staff leaders and student leaders) to gain an understanding of the vision and the work currently being undertaken within the Colleges
- Conducts literature searches and environmental scans and writes reports related to arts programming
- Communicates with college administration and faculty members and attends all Calumet College and Stong College Offices’ team meetings as required.
- Assists in analyzing the effectiveness of the Creative Arts programming, e.g., evaluation forms, reflection exercises, etc.
- Maintains and updates a policy and procedures manual related to Creative Arts Programming
- Participates in mandatory training and office orientation
- Maintains and updates a comprehensive set of records
- Organizes, prepares and sets up all workshop/programming materials, such as art supplies, presentations, facilitation guides and handouts in advance of scheduled art sessions
- Consistently acts as a role model by abiding by the Student Code of Conduct; takes a proactive approach in building a community based on mutual respect, consideration and open-mindedness
- Assists in the planning and execution of on-campus events including creating event materials and presentations, monitors registration, assist with event setup & takedown, and monitors arts supply inventory.
- Attends all training sessions and meetings, unless in direct conflict with a class, including regular update meetings with the Heads of the Colleges. Informs supervisors of any conflicts well in advance if attendance is not possible
- Participates in MANDATORY training such as Foundational Peer Leadership Training (FPLT), role specific training and ongoing professional development offered through Calumet and Stong Colleges
- Provides support, guidance, and direction for volunteers; manages concerns regarding volunteers and refers to the Student Success Coordinator as appropriate
- Takes lead responsibility for ongoing team development and recognition in conjunction with the Student Success Coordinator
- Ensures that all forms, tracking sheets, and other documents as needed are completed in a timely manner and are accurate.
- Completes other duties as assigned
Skills and Qualifications
- Commitment to student engagement, learning and peer mentorship
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Demonstrated leadership abilities in peer leading situations
- Computing competency with basic spreadsheets (Excel), word processing and knowledge of PowerPoint is required
- Knowledge of Microsoft Forms, MachForms and/or Event Brite (or desire to learn) is an asset
- Demonstrated participation in and/or knowledge of Student Success Programs at Calumet and Stong Colleges is required
- Knowledge of York’s services and resources for students and of campus life
- Passion for arts education
- Demonstrated experience managing teams and projects
- A commitment to student engagement, learning, peer mentorship, and arts education
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills
- Possess strong event planning and promotion skills
- Demonstrated leadership abilities in peer leading situations
- Possess strong multi-tasking skills and an ability to be flexible
- Experience in program design and program facilitation is an asset
- Excellent communication skills: professional email/phone correspondence, public speaking and presentation proficiency
- Experience working with people from a variety of backgrounds/cultures
- Demonstrates an eagerness to learn and take on new initiatives
- Ability and willingness to work both independently and as a member of a team with students, volunteers, staff and faculty
- Students who are a good fit for this position are creative, energetic, approachable, knowledgeable and open to learning about themselves and others. They will show high levels of Emotional Intelligence combined with excellent adaptability and organizational skills
To learn more about the Community Engagement & Wellbeing (CEW) programs please visit: https://www.yorku.ca/colleges/ccsc/community-engagement-and-wellbeing-cew/
To learn more about our Student Success programs please visit: https://www.yorku.ca/colleges/ccsc/student-success-programs/