Visual Arts Instructor - Adult Instructor

Visual Arts Instructor - Adult Instructor

Salary

$20.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Location

Parks & Rec Fort Boise Community Ctr, Boise, ID

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

23 -07711

Department

Parks & Recreation

Division

FBCC Operations

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Closing Date

8/31/2026 12:00 PM Mountain

• Description
• Benefits
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Summary Statement

Bring your creativity to the community as a Visual Arts Instructor by teaching engaging art classes for adults and developing your own curriculum in the art medium you know best. You'll create welcoming, hands-on learning experiences while helping support class preparation, studio operations and art programming at Boise Parks and Recreation locations. Hours per week vary depending upon class demand.

This position is designated as At-Will.

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Knowledge of several two- and three-dimensional art mediums.
• In-depth knowledge of and ability to instruct art classes in a wide variety of mediums including, but not limited to: drawing, painting, printmaking, and clay.
• Must have adequate transportation in order to teach classes at various elementary schools as well as at Boise Parks & Recreation locations

Essential Functions

Works with and instructs adult art students.

Plans lessons, gathers supplies, and prepares as well as cleans up the classroom/project. Creates own curriculum based on the particular art medium being taught.

Assists program coordinator with class scheduling, studio maintenance, and art supply inventory and purchasing.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Requirements

Additional Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Must have adequate transportation in order to teach classes at various elementary schools as well as at Boise Parks & Recreation locations;

• candidates will be responsible for the participants and their safety during the class;

• interact with the public and co-workers in a friendly and professional manner;

• display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of city employees, the general public and other organizations;

• communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance;

• complete assignments in a timely fashion;

• understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations; maintain prompt and regular attendance; perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• 3 years experience teaching art as well as working with individuals with disabilities
• Current First Aid/CPR certification

Special Requirements

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 75 pounds. The noise level is frequently moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will stand and walk. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions.

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.

Healthcare:

• ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
• Low-cost dental and vision options
• Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investment Plans:

• Required participation in PERSI Base Plan retirement benefits with standard employee and City contribution rates
• 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match
• 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match

WellBeing Program:

• Up to $500 cash per year for participants
• Alternative transportation incentives

Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave:

• 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
• 12 paid holidays every year
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 10 weeks Parental Leave

Life & Long Term Disability:

• Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
• Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you

Other optional benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Supplemental Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free local bus pass
• Corporate discount programs
• AFLAC
• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues

Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org

01

Do you have at least one (1) year of experience working with individuals with disabilities and teaching classes or leading programs with multiple participants?

• Yes, I have at least 1 year of experience.
• No, I have less than 1 year of experience

02

Do you have knowledge of two- and three-dimensional art mediums?

• Yes
• No

03

Please briefly describe your experience with drawing, painting, printmaking, or clay.

Required Question

Employer City of Boise

Address 625 W Idaho St

Boise, Idaho, 83702

Website http://www.cityofboise.org