Drawing Instructor - Nature / Plants

• Job Location: Miller Community Center - Seattle, WA

• Start: September 9, 2026

• Schedule: 6 weekly classes on Wednesdays from Sep. 16-Oct. 21

• Starting Pay: $27.00/hr.

• Full pay range: - $25.00 - $35.00/hr. (Employee may earn up to $35.00/hr. with continued employment.)

If you're a talented artist with a flair for flora, vegetation, and greenery, we'd love for you to join our team at Miller Community Center. We're seeking an experienced drawing instructor to lead a beginner-friendly class in a relaxed and supportive environment. The ideal candidate will be comfortable teaching the fundamentals of drawing, including line, shape, and value. You'll guide your students as they create expressive sketches inspired by plants and simple natural subjects.

This position will last 6 weeks, with the possibility of future teaching opportunities depending on program needs and instructor interest.

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) to provide high-quality recreation, enrichment, and lifelong learning programs for people of all ages. ARC is committed to creating inclusive, engaging, and safe programs that strengthen our community.

Nature Drawing Instructor duties and responsibilities:

• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

• Prepare lesson plans, materials, and classroom setup/cleanup

• Adapt instruction to meet participant needs and abilities

• Communicate professionally with ARC staff, site supervisors, and participants/caregivers

Nature Drawing Instructor qualifications:

• Experience teaching art in a recreational, educational, or community setting (preferred)

• Experience working with seniors and/or young children (parent/tot)

• Strong communication and classroom management skills

• Ability to pass a criminal background check

Benefits:

• ARC Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST)

We are actively interviewing for this role, so if this role is a good fit for you and you want to learn more about it, please apply now.