Position: Fiber Art Instructor

Supervisor: Director of Fiber Arts

Schedule:
Tuesdays, 8AM-3PM (7 hours)
Wednesdays, 8AM-3PM (7 hours)
14 hours total per week

When we reopen our Saturday Art Class in the summer, this schedule will include additional hours *every other* Saturday from 8:45AM-3:45PM (7 hours).

$20 per hour

This position is *NOT* remote.

About L.A. GOAL:

L.A. GOAL is a non-profit organization that partners with adults with developmental disabilities (our ‘Members’) and their support networks to assist them in living more fulfilling lives. Throughout our 52 year history, we have continuously sought to understand our Members’ needs, how those needs evolve over time, and how our Members are affected by shifting societal dynamics and inequalities. Our goal is to create more opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities to thrive throughout all aspects of life, to have meaningful relationships, and to feel a sense of belonging within society. We help the public go beyond ability or disability to see and honor the core being of our Members and ourselves.

About Inside Out Productions:

L.A. GOAL’s professional art studio, Inside Out Productions, teaches visual arts: drawing, painting, ceramics, sewing, quilting, weaving, embroidery, photography, woodblock prints and multi-media. Through ongoing art exhibitions, Inside Out Production artists are able to share with the world the talents of people with developmental disabilities. The act of creating something beautiful that the outside world can connect with becomes an effective tool for fostering communication, acceptance and inclusion.

About the position:

We are looking for a Fiber Art Instructor to teach Fiber Art classes, involving skills such as hand-sewing, machine sewing, weaving, cross-stitching, and mixed media. This Fiber Art Instructor would also assist the Director of Fiber Arts in managing the Fiber Art Department within Inside Out Productions. This role entails a dynamic range of activities including project management, instruction, studio maintenance, and event planning. The person who is the right fit for this position will be a clear, open, and compassionate communicator, have great organizational skills, and show an enthusiasm for the L.A. GOAL family and community.

The Fiber Art Instructor works under the supervision of the Director of Fiber Arts and the Director of Visual Arts. The position is 14 hours per week, with 7 additional hours every other Saturday for our Saturday Art Class. This position is based at our office in Culver City, CA.

Responsibilities Include:

• Teach 1-2 fiber art studio classes a week
• Generate projects that support and evoke the individual voices of Inside Out Artists, showcasing their unique storytelling abilities, artistic interpretations, and perceptions
• Regularly clean and organize studio space, maintain supplies and equipment
• Manage an inventory of studio supplies and ensure timely re-ordering of needed materials by notifying Director of Visual Arts
• Substitute teach / fill in for any Visual Art staff absent due to illness or vacation
• When requested, purchase needed program supplies with prior written approval of Director of Visual Arts
• Assist with the selection, training, and supervision of Artists, Art Staff and program volunteers when requested
• Provide on-going written progress and attendance reports to Regional Center Counselors who have placed vendorized clients in the L.A. GOAL Visual Arts Program
• Attend monthly Art Program staff meeting
• Attend staff, Board and special committee meetings as requested by the Executive Director
• When requested, research and coordinate outside art exhibitions and annual L.A. GOAL art shows, including collaboration with Director of Visual Arts on setting themes, creating artist’s biographies, setting prices, delivery/pickup/installation of artwork as needed
• Collaborate with Lead Art Instructor and Director of Visual Arts to create community integration events/classes for Inside Out Productions
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Visual Arts

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s of Fine Art from an accredited college or university or 2 years prior art teaching experience
• Thorough knowledge of fiber art media and design
• Interest in, and understanding of, folk art and art by self-taught artists
• Previous experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred
• PC literate, working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Mail/Drive
• Knowledge and experience in sewing (manual & machine), pattern design and creation

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Programming is hybrid in-person and virtual. To work or attend in-person programming, Staff and Members must be fully vaccinated and boosted, wear a mask at all times, pass a daily health screening, and follow other health protocols.

Application Question(s):

• We will only review candidates that include a cover letter, so please be sure to attach one to your resume. Thank you!

Work Location: In person

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