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Telluride Academy is now hiring a summer Art Specialist. Strong candidates must possess sound and responsible decision making skills, have previous experience working with groups of children, as well as strong organizational skills to handle weekly projects, logistics and budgets. Successful applicants are flexible, motivated individuals that have an affinity for creativity and instilling a... passion for the arts in our students! Responsibilities Telluride Academy is now hiring a summer Art Specialist. Strong candidates must possess sound and responsible decision making skills, have previous experience working with groups of children, as well as strong organizational skills to handle weekly projects, logistics and budgets. Successful applicants are flexible, motivated individuals that have an affinity for creativity and instilling a... passion for the arts in our students! Responsibilities include ensuring a safe, engaging and educational experience for groups of students ranging in ages from 5-14. The Art Specialist begins working with Telluride Academy in late May. Pre-summer work includes taking inventory of art supplies, setting up the art room and planning an all-staff art activity for Academy staff training. During the summer, the Art Specialist is responsible for planning themed art projects for as many as three groups of students per day. Your responsibilities include managing an art budget, stocking and maintaining inventory of art supplies, planning projects that are creative and budget-friendly, communicating with instructors to ensure art projects are appropriately themed, facilitating projects for groups of students and maintaining cleanliness and organization of the art room. During the summer, art programs generally run from10am - 4pm Monday-Thursday, while Fridays can be used for planning and preparation.

About the Academy

Telluride Academy, based in the heart of the rugged San Juan Mountains, is one of the largest and most unique outdoor youth organizations in Colorado. Telluride Academy, a 44-year-old non-profit organization, welcomes over 700 students each summer who participate in more than 100 diverse programs. Telluride Academy offers programs that introduce children to the beauty of the natural world. Through exploration and play, we strive to inspire imaginations and instill an awareness and appreciation for the outdoors. Our curriculum encompasses specialized activities that focus on adventure education, art, ecology, science, mountain sports, performing arts and regional and international travel.

Qualifications
Organized, dependable and professional
Knowledge and enthusiasm for outdoor/experiential and art education
Significant prior experience working with youth
Ability to be present and "cell phone" free while at work
Must pass a criminal and driving background check

We Offer
Rewarding experiences working with youth
Highly competitive wages and pay increases for certain certifications and qualifications
Paid staff training
Beautiful mountain town setting
Staff events and pro deals
Established and experienced staff members Show more details...