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Instructor, Introductory Arts (Part-time)

  • Ottawa, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Aug 20, 2026
  • 1 position

$22–$26 / hour

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Employment type
Part-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education
High school
Apply by
Jun 7, 2027
Posting language
English
Working hours
24 hours per week

Job summary

Lead creative introductory arts programs for children across various disciplines including theatre, dance, music, and visual arts. Assist in the delivery of creative instruction and manage program materials to ensure a high-quality client experience.

Job details

Requisition ID: 23067 Department: Rec, Cultural & Facility Services Dept. Service: Community Rec, Culture & Sport 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: $21.859 - $25.770 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 leading creative introductory arts programs for children, and assisting in the delivery of creative instruction in theatre, dance, music, visual, literary, and multi-media arts. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Enrollment in Grade 11 participating in one or more of the following arts disciplines: theatre, dance, music, visual, literary, and multi-media arts or related field. Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing and/or teaching in a related discipline. Previous experience working with children in an arts instructional setting. CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES Current Standard First Aid, CPR and/or AED certificatesAODA Customer Service/IASR TrainingHigh Five training coursesKNOWLEDGE 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. Working knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation and of corporate/ departmental policies and procedures related to health and safety. COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Strong oral and interpersonal communication skills. Strong organizational and listening skills. Ability to work well with others. Demonstrates leadership, initiative, and creativity. Organized, efficient and productive. Strong people skills. Flexibility and ability to work in a changing 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

Lead creative introductory arts programs for children across various disciplines including theatre, dance, music, and visual arts. Assist in the delivery of creative instruction and manage program materials to ensure a high-quality client experience.

Requirements

Requires enrollment in Grade 11 or higher with a minimum of 2 years of experience practicing or teaching in an arts discipline. Must possess Standard First Aid, CPR/AED certifications, and be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check.

Listed skills

  • Customer service · Preferred
  • First Aid · Preferred
  • Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Arts Instruction
  • Theatre
  • Dance
  • Music
  • Visual Arts
  • Literary Arts
  • Multi-media Arts
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Leadership
  • Creativity
  • Child Supervision
  • First Aid
  • CPR
  • AED
  • Customer Service
  • Employment Equity
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Working With Children
  • Automated External Defibrillator
  • Teaching
  • Multilingualism
  • Communication
  • English Language
  • Facility Management
  • French Language
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Listening Skills
  • Concert Dancing
  • Writing

Job areas

  • Art & Design
  • Education
  • Sports & Recreation
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Creative & Media
  • Fine Arts Instructor
  • Drama Teacher
  • Other Arts Teachers
  • Self-Enrichment Teachers