Lifestyle Arts and Crafts Instructor in Lincoln, California at Sun City Lincoln Hills Community Association

Inspire Creativity. Build Community. Make a Difference.

Sun City Lincoln Hills is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and engaging Arts and Crafts Instructor to lead fun, educational, and hands-on classes for our active adult community.
If you enjoy teaching, inspiring others, and helping students explore their artistic talents through a variety of mediums, we'd love to hear from you.
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What You'll Do
As an Arts and Crafts Instructor, you will create and lead engaging classes that encourage creativity, self-expression, and skill development.
Responsibilities Include:
• Plan and teach arts and crafts classes for beginner through advanced skill
levels.
• Create lesson plans, class projects, and instructional materials.
• Teach a variety of artistic disciplines, including:
 Painting
 Drawing
 Ceramics
 Glass art
 Fiber and needle arts
 Paper crafts
 Jewelry making
 Woodworking
 Photography
 Mixed media
 Digital art and more
• Demonstrate techniques and provide step-by-step instruction.
• Adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
• Foster a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Monitor the safe use of tools, equipment, and materials.
• Prepare and organize class supplies and workspaces.
• Track attendance and maintain basic class records.
• Provide constructive feedback and encouragement to students.
• Assist with special events, showcases, workshops, and exhibitions.
• Promote classes and help grow participation within the community.
• Attend instructor meetings as needed.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to residents and guests.
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What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
• Minimum six (6) months of experience teaching arts, crafts, or related creative
programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage, motivate, and inspire students.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Creative, patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic teaching style.

Certification Requirements
• Current Adult CPR/AED Certification, or
• Ability to obtain certification within the first six (6) months of employment.
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Ideal Candidate
You are someone who:
• Loves helping others learn and grow.
• Enjoys working with active adults in a community setting.
• Brings positive energy and creativity to every class.
• Can confidently teach a variety of artistic mediums and techniques.
• Creates an inclusive environment where all students feel welcome and
encouraged.
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Physical Requirements
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats.
• Ability to work indoors and occasionally outdoors as required for programming.
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Schedule
This position requires a flexible schedule, including:
• Days
• Evenings
• Weekends
• Holidays, as needed

*Additional Compensation- $10.00 for ever student that is enrolled after the first 4 students.
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Why Join Sun City Lincoln Hills?
• Supportive team environment
• Beautiful community setting
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives
• Share your passion for creativity while building community connections
• Help students develop new skills, confidence, and artistic expression

Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes access to a robust Employee Assistance Program through NexGen EAP, providing counseling, mental health support, financial advising, and more. Employees can participate in a 401(k)-retirement plan after 30 days, with employer matching up to 4% beginning after one year. Additional benefits include a Flexible Spending Account, up to nine paid company holidays per year (based on schedule), and sick leave accrued at one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 80 hours.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodation Sun City Lincoln Hills Community Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical conditions (including those defined under state or local law), reproductive health decision making, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable California laws. Applicants and employees may request accommodation related to disabilities; sincerely held religious beliefs; needs arising from domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; or any other protected reason, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and work authorization verification.