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Position Title:

Art Teacher/General Education Instructor

Job Description:

We are looking for Art Teacher/General Education Instructors to facilitate arts or general education experiences for youth and/or adults within classes, workshop, and special events. Instructors will work with diverse learners in a citywide program.

This is a grant-funded, at-will position. The current end date for this grant is June 30, 2026, meaning your employment will end by no later than that date. If additional grant funding is secured, your employment may be extended.

Position Wage: $20.00/hr. - $25.00/hr.

IMPORTANT: Early application is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Facilitate youth and family arts or general education activities during daytime, ‘after-school’ hours and/or evenings, year-round.

+ Implement and develop class curriculum; working within class timeframe and allocated instructor hours and materials’ budget.

+ Select and order supplies and other materials for classes, events, and special projects.

+ Assist in the planning, development and organization of programming that focuses upon providing educational and social skills through arts or general education.

+ Help develop and implement youth and family programming that reaches underserved families in Salt Lake City.

+ Perform self- and class-evaluations.

+ Work independently at satellite class locations; maintain productive and professional relationship with site partners.

+ Develop successful relationships with participating youth and families.

+ Supervise volunteer support within class, when applicable.

+ May manage classroom facilities and related supplies inventory.

+ Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Experience with a range of teaching methods and techniques. Ability to use creative and innovative approaches to arts or general education programming.

+ Experience working with youth and adults in a positive way. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from different social and ethnic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualification:

+ Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university and/or a current Utah State Teaching Certificate.

Working Conditions:

+ Moderate physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium weight. Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching and bending. May have a few disagreeable elements such as exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

+ Exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

+ May be required to work on evenings and weekends.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check in accordance with City policy and applicable law. Criminal offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and do not automatically disqualify a candidate from City employment.

Position Type:

Part-time

Department:

Community and Neighborhoods

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Scheduled Hours:

20

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism.

We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.

If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/) site.

Health & Wellness

+ 95% City-paid medical insurance

+ Dental, vision, life insurance

+ HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution)

+ Wellness clinic for employees & families

+ Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Perks

+ Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)

+ Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))

+ Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

Thinking about applying or weighing another offer?

Use our Total Compensation Calculator (https://tools.slc.gov/totalcompensation/) to see the true value of your job offer—including salary, benefits, retirement, and more.

We know time away from work is essential for rest, personal needs, and family life. Salt Lake City offers generous paid leave to help you recharge and stay balanced. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/paid-leave/) site.

+ 12 vacation days to start

+ 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday

+ Up to 80 hours personal leave annually

+ 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave

+ Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

Our Recruitment Team is ready to assist you throughout the entire hiring process—from questions about job openings to application support. Reach the Recruitment Team at 801-535-6699Or email: [email protected]

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.