Visual Teaching Artist - Harlem

Position: Visual Teaching Artist
Location: 321 East 111th St. New York, NY 10029
Salary Range: $30.00
Hours: 12 hours per week
Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

About Us

Founded in 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways. BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact.

Job Summary

We have an opportunity for an engaging Visual Artist to lead art experiences (i.e., sculpture, painting, illustration, graphic design, digital media, etc.) for boys ages 6–12.

The Visual Artist will create and facilitate hands-on artistic experiences for groups of four to twenty boys, fostering creativity, exploration, and self-expression through visual art. We are seeking a reliable, highly motivated candidate with a strong personal artistic practice and the ability to inspire young artists.

Responsibilities

• Design and facilitate engaging visual art experiences that provide opportunities for creative exploration, experimentation, and skill-building.

• Produce and demonstrate artwork using various fine art techniques and materials.

• Share personal artistic process and practices to inspire and guide participants.

• Assist with daily set-up, clean-up, and organization of studio materials and equipment.

• Model and enforce adherence to sound health and safety practices for each member.

• Engage with members and use appropriate strategies to encourage positive interactions and creative confidence.

• Support participants in developing their artistic voice and completing individual or collaborative projects.

• Reflect on artistic programming, materials, and participant engagement to assess strengths and areas for growth.

• Contribute ideas for program development, including new projects, materials, and creative approaches.

• Complete and submit program reports as required, including supply requests and activity documentation.

• Ensure proper care of all studio materials, maintain an organized workspace, and report any damaged or misused supplies.

Qualifications

Previous experience in visual arts, youth development, community arts, or related fields. Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; junior level or higher preferred.

• Demonstrated artistic practice in one or more visual art disciplines

• Experience with digital tools (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects) preferred

• DOH and DOE fingerprinting desirable

• First Aid and CPR Certification desirable

• Knowledge of computer graphics, web design, animation, and digital media

• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and respond to varying participant needs

• Experience working with economically and educationally disadvantaged youth and an understanding of the social and cultural issues facing urban families preferred

The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer? and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. ?If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.