at City of Burlington HR in Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Description
General Purpose
Burlington City Arts is seeking dynamic, professional and experienced Teaching Artists with expertise in studio arts,
gallery learning, and/or arts integration to lead educational programming for adults, youth, and school and community
groups. Notable considerations for candidates with experience and expertise in multiple artistic disciplines and in arts
education settings.
Union Affiliation: Non-Union
Pay Grade: $35.00 Hourly
Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week
Essential Job Functions
Teaching Artists will work in cooperation with BCA Staff to lead adult and/or youth group classes and camps at the BCA
Studios at 405 Pine Street, BCA Center at 135 Church Street, and at off-site residency sites including schools and
community organizations. Teaching Artists must be able to create quality lesson plans, create supply lists within
budgetary restrictions and provide an outstanding arts experience for customers. Teaching Artists are responsible for the
set up and cleanup of their studio spaces before and after classes as well as attendance and some student paperwork.
Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements
Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities
and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional
development.
Must be 18 years or older.
Must pass a criminal background check.
Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Arts Education or Fine Arts preferred
At least one year of teaching experience with adults and/or youth.
Customer Service experience preferred.
Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.
Benefits
This is a Temporary or Seasonal Position that is Not Eligible for City of Burlington Benefits
Employer
City of Burlington, Vermont
Address
200 Church Street, Suite 102
Burlington, Vermont, 05401
Phone
802-540-2505
Website
https://www.burlingtonvt.gov
BCA Teaching Artist Supplemental Questionnaire
QUESTION 1
Do you have expertise teaching in one or more of the following disciplines: ceramics, drawing and painting, mixed
media/craft, printmaking, photography, fiber arts, and fine metal jewelry?
Yes
No
QUESTION 2
Do you have experience working in a museum or gallery environment in an educational role?
Yes
No
* Required Question
Must demonstrate ability to professionally represent the City of Burlington and the City Arts Department in all
dealings with community members.
Must be able to lift tables, chairs, easels, and other studio equipment and supplies.
Must have a desire to work with students and must demonstrate ability to communicate in a clear and helpful
manner with BCA staff, teachers, and parents.
Must demonstrate a high level of enthusiasm, punctuality and dependability.
Cooperative attitude and team-player attitude.
Ability to work independently under general supervision.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to a changing schedule
