##Overview
HARMONY ARTS approaches education with the understanding that multiple forms of intelligence and diverse learning styles exist. All paths lead to mastery. We encourage students to explore their range of intelligence. Our classes and workshops are playful environments where learning happens with motion and movement.
The position is meant to be enhanced by a teacher, who not only facilitates our Play + Learn classes and workshops but serves as a model of our Required Competencies.
CONTRACT POSITION
$50 per 60 minute class | Reliable Transportation Req’d
Class Locations:
Mondays @ 11am Fountain Valley
Wednesdays @ 12pm Fountain Valley
Friday @ 11a - 1pm Dana Point
Currently scheduling new instructors with two to four (60) minute classes per week. Available classes include homeschool enrichment for school aged children, adults workshops and public events. Instructor placements will be selected based on experience. As attendance develops, instructors can expect the opportunity to build a more robust schedule.
Teacher may be called upon for instruction for a variety of ages and skill levels, including all students K-12.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- Exceptional ability to articulate thoughts and express ideas effectively using oral, written, visual, and non-verbal communication skills, as well as deep listening skills to gain understanding. Prioritizing emotional intelligence.
- Recognizing the unique values, perspectives, strengths, and challenges of every person who enrolls in a HA class or workshop.
- Demonstrating high levels of self/social awareness, self-management, empathy, and curiosity.
EXPECTATIONS OF TEACHER
- Create an inclusive environment, welcoming all students as part of one community Support individual development of a healthy self-image and growth mindset
- Celebrate individual progress and promote positive self-reflection
- Prepare students for opportunities to showcase what they have learned in end of semester showcase.
- The ideal teacher will facilitate both stimulating instruction and the reduction of disruptive or inappropriate conduct to ensure high-quality play + learn environment
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Facilitate a group of participants as they create and then execute up cycled clothing designs. Each participant/student will be managing their own project, requiring multi project management.
- Introduce ideas and an assortment of embellishments to inspire student’s creativity and capability.
- Be a model of Required Competencies at all times.
- Cultivate an inclusive and challenging, but affirming, learning environment that reflects HA
ethos and allows the diverse student body to grow confidence and thrive.
- Serve as an advisor who is committed to the social and emotional development of students Weekly updates with management to review and advise on class schedule.
Participate in introductory Play + Learn training
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
+2 years of experience sewing
- Demonstrated capability for fastening embellishments and creating personal fashions Willingness and availability to work outside of a typical school day
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
HarmonyArtsCo.com/Teach