Youth Arts and Crafts Instructor - North Brandon Family YMCA

Under the Program Director, the Art Instructor will lead classes in painting/design with water colors, acrylics, mixed media, and other craft related projects.

The Art Instructor will build positive relationships with program participants and insure the safety, well-being, and involvement of participants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Select art projects.

Identify and notifiy supervisor of materials that will be required for successful completion of project.

Demonstrate techniques and procedures for art curriculum.

Observe students work to define students progress or to make suggestions.

Maintain a clean and safe workspace.

Represent the YMCA and interact with members in a friendly, engaging and professional manner.

Safety and Risk Management Adhere to all Federal, State, and local safety regulations, as well as all YMCA policies and procedures related to the safety, health, and welfare of members, participants, guests, and staff.

Ensure that all Tampa YMCA standards, leading practices, and policies are implemented and consistently followed, including those related to emergency procedures, child abuse prevention, and appropriate supervision.

Adhere to policies and procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising participants and boundaries with participants when applicable.

Ensure implementation of and follows all training requirements including risk management and child abuse prevention training in addition to ensuring proper reporting of all incidents/accidents according to risk management procedures.

Maintain a safe and healthy environment at all times, including performing daily safety checks of program areas, equipment, and supplies.

Maintain proper records, including certifications, meetings and trainings.

Maintain an emphasis on safety in all areas of responsibility as they relate to members and staff.

Adhere to risk management training requirements including child abuse prevention.

Front desk personnel--ensure member or association guest are properly signed in and signed out, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.

Contribute to creating and maintaining a safe, positive, and respectful environment for members, guests, and staff.

Promptly report any suspicious or inappropriate behavior, as well as policy violations, following established association procedures.