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Arts Services delivers high-quality, inclusive arts programming, events and services, in collaboration with partners, artists and arts organizations that serve diverse communities outside of Toronto's core, including seasonal programs that meaningfully engage children and/or youth in creative expression, and arts-based skill building and learning.

Req ID : 66385

Job Category : Culture

Job Type: Temporary, Part-time

Hourly Rate: $ 31.16

Number of Positions: Talent pool for future vacancies

Start Date: TBD

Work Location: Cedar Ridge Creative Centre, 225 Confederation Dr, Scarborough, ON M1G 1B2

District: Scarborough

Season: Fall; Spring; Summer; Winter

Duration: TBD

Shift Information: TBD Seasonal

Division: Economic Development & Culture

Section: EDC Arts & Culture Services

Posting End Date: 08/26/2026

Responsibilities:

- Plans, organizes, implements, instructs and evaluates program session for advanced level arts programs for adults in a specified medium - Pottery.
- Provides in-studio demonstrations on various aspects and techniques in the specified medium appropriate to the skill level of the class.
- Provide qualified level individual critiques and leads class discussions to advance independent study and progress in the genre or medium.
- Demonstrates and teaches students regarding tool use, equipment and technical aspects related to the art program.
- Educates students on Health & Safety procedures to be followed in studio arts specific to the medium.
- Advertise and promote the program in conjunction with manager.
- Instructs all classes on the dates and times as agreed,



being responsible for the safety and supervision of program participants.
- Keeps track of attendance of classes and report weekly to administration.
- Reports any changes to your regular class schedule (field trips, cancelled classes) to administration promptly, and communicates this information to all students.
- Communicates Clark Centre for the Arts Policies and other pertinent information/administration to students.
- Compiles and submits program information and/or reports as required. Performs administrative tasks to support the program.
- Prepares reports.
- Identifies and reports repairs to studio equipment as required.
- Compiles and provides a suitable list of art materials or supplies for students and advice sources.
- Attends and participates in meetings, workshops and training sessions.
- Interacts with staff and participants to provide program information.

Qualifications:

- Must be minimum 18 years of age.
- Considerable teaching experience in a related field or art discipline at the adult level.
- Extensive technical knowledge and experience related to the specified medium including studio experience.
- Degree or Diploma in the specified medium OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety practices in relation to working in the studio arts and specified medium.
- Daytime, weekend and evening work as required seasonally, including occasional work at specific events and exhibits.




- Occasional weekend and evening work as required including occasional work at special events and exhibits.
- Robust communication and interpersonal skills.
- French-language skills are considered an asset.
- Must produce original current Intermediate First Aid certification as recognized by the WSIB.
- A Police Reference Check will be required as a condition of employment for this position.
- You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario's Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.

Note: Must attend and successfully complete related mandatory and in-service training sessions.

Contact for additional information: Tina Harper at

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Vulnerable Sector Check: Vulnerable Sector Check: One of the requirements for working with children and vulnerable adults is applicants providing the results of a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC). Once a candidate completes online onboarding documentation, candidates that reside in the City of Toronto (postal code starts with "M") will be sent an email with a voucher code to complete an online VSC application with Toronto Police at no cost. Applicants who reside outside of the City of Toronto will need to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check from their local Police Service at their own cost. For further information on the vulnerable sector screening, please contact your local Police Service.

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