Employment Opportunities

Weekend Art Instructor – Summer ASD Program

The Center for Contemporary Art seeks experienced art instructors to lead our Saturday summer program for students on the autism spectrum.

Program Details:

Saturdays, June 27 through August 8

Two available sessions:

• Morning: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM (ages 8–15)

• Afternoon: 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (ages 16 and up)

Instructors may apply to teach one or both sessions.

Position Overview:

This class is designed for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We seek instructors who can create a supportive, engaging, and structured environment where students can explore art at their own pace.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and develop art projects throughout the program

• Lead engaging, hands-on classes tailored to a range of abilities

• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment

• Adapt instruction to meet individual student needs

Qualifications:

• Prior experience teaching art to students on the autism spectrum is required

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and thoughtfully plan curriculum

• Background in special education, fine arts, or art education preferred

Requirements:

• All instructors must pass a background check

Compensation:

Pay is based on experience.

Interested applicants should email their resume to Heather Ball at [email protected]

Models

The Center for Contemporary Art is seeking experienced models to pose for Portrait and Life classes on weekdays or evenings. If interested, please send a brief bio and photo to Heather Ball, Director of Education, at [email protected].

Equal Employment Opportunity has been and will continue to be a fundamental principle at The Center for Contemporary Art (The Center), where employment is based upon an individual’s personal capabilities and qualifications without regard to their race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status sexual orientation, or status as special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Further, The Center will make reasonable accommodations in the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities where such accommodation does not create an undue hardship to The Center.