Instructor, Advanced Arts (Part-time)

Ottawa, ON
On-site
Posted Aug 19, 2026
1 position

$36–$48 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Jun 7, 2027
Posting language: English
Working hours: 24 hours per week

Job summary

Design, teach, and evaluate creative introductory to advanced instructional programs in various arts disciplines for all ages. Ensure high-quality client experiences within City facilities through effective program delivery.

Job details

Requisition ID: 23106 Department: Rec, Cultural & Facility Services Dept. Service: Complexes, Aqua & Specialized Services Employment Type: 1 or more Part-time Continuous Positions – up to 24 hours per week Affiliation: CUPE 503 PT - RC & Aquatics/CUPE 503 PT Rec Salary Information: $35.548 - $47.634 per hour (2024 rates of pay) Various Shifts: Days, Evenings, Weekends Location: Various locations City: Ottawa, ON Job Category: Recreation, Cultural & Facility Services Application Close: 06/06/2027JOB SUMMARY The Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services department is responsible for building a healthy, inclusive and vibrant City, as well as ensuring that communities, residents and visitors have access to the recreation and cultural places, programs, events and services that allow them to experience all the benefits the City has to offer, and overseeing Buildings and Facilities Management for improved service delivery integration, ensuring the best possible client experience in City facilities. You are responsible for designing, teaching and evaluating creative introductory to advanced instructional programs in theatre, dance, music, visual, literary, and multi-media arts for all ages. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Completion of university/college degree in Fine Arts, Art History and/or education in one or more of the following arts disciplines: theatre, dance, music, visual, literary, or multi-media arts or equivalent years of arts experience. Minimum of 5 years of practicing and/or teaching experience in related arts discipline. Previous experience working with all ages in an arts instructional setting. CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES Current Standard First Aid, CPR and/or AED certificatesAODA Customer Service/IASR TrainingHigh Five training coursesKNOWLEDGE Excellent knowledge of interpretive techniques, of aesthetic and technical concepts, and of handling of program materials in discipline of instruction. Working knowledge of general registration and visitor procedures. Knowledge of local arts organization and school board curriculum. Working knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation and of corporate/ departmental policies and procedures related to health and safety Completion of health and safety training required by legislation and by the Corporation of Ottawa COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Strong oral and communication skills. Ability to convey enthusiasm and creative energies about related discipline. Sensitive to the needs of various age groups and their learning abilities. Creative program development. Ability to work well with others. Demonstrated leadership, initiative and creativity. Well organized, efficient and productive. Strong interpersonal skills. Flexibility and ability to work in a changing work environment. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Language Requirement:Various language requirements, locations may require English only, French only OR Bilingual competencies. Some positions require English oral, reading, and writing. Some positions required French oral, reading and writing. Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Note: Under the age of 18, requires a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters (Level 2) check in place of the Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3). Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire. The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation. Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at esc-cse@ottawa.ca.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a university/college degree in Fine Arts or related discipline and at least 5 years of practicing or teaching experience. Must hold current Standard First Aid, CPR/AED, AODA, and High Five certifications.