Employment and Careers

Education Assistant / Instructor
St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre
Part-Time: 24 hours per week, with additional hours for special events

The St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre is seeking a creative, organized, and enthusiastic Education Assistant / Instructor to support and deliver art education programs for children, youth, adults, and community groups.

This part-time position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, has a passion for the visual arts, and is interested in helping create meaningful and engaging art experiences for the community. Some experience teaching, instructing, or leading groups is beneficial.

Position Summary

The Education Assistant / Instructor will assist with the planning, preparation, and delivery of art classes, workshops, school programs, community programs, and support special events. The successful candidate will work closely with Art Centre staff to support a welcoming, creative, and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

·       Assist with the development and delivery of art education programs, workshops, and classes

·       Teach or support instruction for children, youth, adults, and community groups

·       Prepare supplies, materials, classrooms, and studio spaces for programs

·       Help maintain clean, organized, and safe classroom and program areas

·       Support school visits, outreach programs, and community partnerships

·       Assist with special events, exhibition openings, fundraisers, and public programs as needed

·       Provide a welcoming and positive experience for students, families, visitors, and volunteers

·       Support program registration, attendance, and basic administrative tasks

·       Help promote creativity, confidence, and engagement through hands-on art experiences

Qualifications and Skills

·       Interest, education, or experience in visual arts, art education, museum/gallery education, or a related field

·       Some experience teaching, instructing, assisting in classrooms, or leading groups is beneficial

·       Comfortable working with children, youth, adults, and the public

·       Strong communication and organizational skills

·       Creative, reliable, flexible, and able to work both independently and as part of a team

·       Ability to prepare art materials and assist with studio/classroom setup and cleanup

·       Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends for programs and special events

·       A current Vulnerable Sector Check is required

Hours

This is a part-time position of 24 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours for special events, programs, exhibition openings, and fundraisers.  Starting $18.50 per hour

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position and any relevant teaching, arts, or community experience.

Applications can be sent to: email

St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre
301 Talbot Street
St. Thomas, ON
N5P 1B5

The St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Coordinator:

.  responsible for overseeing volunteer program

.  scheduling for reception, special events and classes and workshops

.  procurement of new volunteers (youth, adolescent, adults and older adults)

.  work with Executive Director and Program Director to fulfill opportunities for volunteers

Please send cover letter and resume, with subject line "Volunteer Coordinator" to email.

Reception:

.  greet visitors and offer guidance

.  collect visitor data

.  perform administrative duties such as gift shop, payments, registrations

.  answer telephone and recording data

.  reliable

.  able to work independently

Please visit here or our online application.

Youth Volunteers please visit here.