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Overview The Citywide Art Teacher (Substitute) position provides high quality arts programming at the JCCSF's partner afterschool and summer programming sites. This program provides essential arts education to elementary students at public and charter schools within San Francisco. These programs serve the city's diverse population and are provided to participants free of charge. During the school year from August through May, the Citywide program provides art classes at afterschool programs in the afternoon and early evening. During the summer session from June through July, the Citywide program provides art classes at summer school locations during normal business hours. Note: The Substitute Citywide Art Teacher role will not have a fixed, weekly schedule. We seek individuals who have flexibility and availability to work with minimal notice, providing coverage and high-quality classroom content when the program's regular instructors are absent. There may be periods when up to 26 hours/week are available, and there may be periods when no hours are available. Responsibilities Teach Citywide art classes as needed at San Francisco elementary afterschool and summer school partner sites. Follow and implement pre-set lesson plans provided by the Citywide Art Teachers. Transport self and program materials between program sites and to and from the JCCSF. Collaborate with partner site program staff on site access, attendance, and other joint concerns. Create a safe, joyful, and stimulating atmosphere for students. Display developmentally appropriate child-adult interactions. Monitor personal hygiene, health, and psychological/emotional well-being of students. Participate in meetings with the Youth Recreation Manager as needed. Requirements At least two years' experience working with school-age children. Knowledge of and ability to teach elementary-age children about visual art. Ability to work independently offsite with minimal supervision. Associate degree or higher, or equivalent experience. Arts, education, child development, or ECE degree or coursework preferred. Experience working within a framework of social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and ability to incorporate these principles into programs. Must have reliable means of transportation, such as a personal vehicle or ability to take public transportation. Proficiency in languages other than English – such as Mandarin, Spanish, or Cantonese – is a plus. Working Conditions This position works primarily offsite at partner afterschool and summer programs at San Francisco public and charter school sites, with some hours worked from home and at the JCCSF as needed. Work takes place at multiple offsite locations and under a variety of conditions. This position requires travel between school sites. Eligible travel expenses will be reimbursed. This position regularly works with elementary-aged children (ages 5-12). Programming is primarily conducted in English, with some instructors providing bilingual programming at some sites. Physical Requirements Lifting, carrying, and moving items weighing up to 30 pounds Standing for extended periods of time Reaching, kneeling, and squatting Speaking and hearing Status Non-benefited, non-exempt position Hours On-call/as-needed Schedule 5 hours/day with maximum of 26 hours/week as needed Potential hours are Monday-Friday; 1:00-6:00pm September-May and 10:00am-3:00pm June-July. Actual schedule may vary based on program needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jewish Community Center of San Francisco

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