Title: Art Instructor_Animation
Reports to: Program Supervisor
Department: Art Center Program
Location: Art Center Westside
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Program Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. Some evening and weekend work may be required.
Supervisory Responsibility: None

Position Summary

Under supervision, the Art Instructor will teach digital animation to participants (adult artists with varying degrees
of learning, behavioral, emotional, and intellectual disabilities) in the program. The instructor will also implement
educational supports and behavior plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement artistic, educational, and behavioral support plans for assigned participants, referring to participants IPP.
• Ensure participants’ well-being during operating hours of the Art Center, while on the premises, and out in the community.
• Maintain case notes and participate in meetings and other in-services as assigned.
• Ensure attendance logs are accurate and complete. Provide supervision during participants’ arrival, departure, and lunchtime.
• Give instruction in the proper use of materials, care, and protection of artwork, production of animated content, and help participants to become proficient in animation.
• Ensure the safe and proper use, and maintenance of digital tools including keeping software updated, and maintaining well organized files. Stay abreast of contemporary developments in the field of animation so that the department continues to use the most effective tools.
• Create any protocols needed for increased safety or effectiveness. Monitor artist throughout their entire animation project.
• Assist and instruct participants on projects related to their IPP (Individual Program Plan) in animation.
• Maintain a clean and orderly workspace. Organize participants’ portfolios by properly labeling and storing artwork in the appropriate areas.
• Participate in staff meetings to identify and implement artistic, educational, psychological and social objectives for each participant.
• Provide staffing support for promotions and set up for events when needed. This includes, but is not limited to art receptions, vendor fairs, art markets, and open houses.
• Follow appropriate protocol and policies in assisting participants during any incidents or seizures. Employ NCI procedures as needed to assist participants who are exhibiting aggressive behavior.
• Adhere to ECF’s Illness and Injury Prevention Safety Program and follow ECF guidelines for reporting medical emergencies, suspected abuse or neglect and unusual incidents to counseling or supervisory staff. Implement First Aid/CPR as necessary.
• Assist participants with personal hygiene needs including toileting, illness and incidents of incontinence.
• Be available to help promote the Art Centers during work hours. This includes, but is not limited to, informing the public of the Art Center mission and services when the public is touring Art Center facilities, asking questions during events, or inquiring about how they can support the program.
• Support Art Center events and programs through distribution of materials and information to all interested parties.

Other Duties

• Staff and supervise special exhibits and Art Center work at various locations and times.
• Assist in organizing art shows and events which may include matting, framing, and installation and tear down of shows.
• Greet the public and assist participants with presenting and discussing their work with the public.
• Comply with ECF’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Ensure safe use and operation of tools and/or
  equipment.
• Comply with ECF policies and procedures, including mandated reporting requirements.
• Regular, reliable in-person attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education/Licenses/Certifications: Bachelor’s degree and demonstrable animation skills
• Experience: Six months in any combination of the following: studio work, teaching (including undergrad TA
  positions), work on public and private art projects, art installations, work in art museums, or any other directly related experience
• Knowledge/Abilities/Skills: Knowledge of digital animation processes and tools
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to teach adult artists
• Ability to use the studio van to transport participants for community outings
• Availability to teach all participants in the Art Center Program.

Requirements

• Portfolio of completed work.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. Proof of valid California driver’s license, reliable
  transportation, evidence of state-mandated car insurance, and insurable driving record are required. While
  driving for work, should a need arise, the employee’s insurance is deemed primary and ECF’s coverage is
  secondary.
  Driving Disclaimer- Employees driving for company business must maintain a clean record and operate
  vehicles safely and responsibly. Company vehicles will be monitored and activity recorded. Violations of the
  driving policy may result in disciplinary action, including suspension of driving privileges, reassignment, or
  termination.
• Available for occasional weekend and evening work for art shows at ECF’s studios and other locations.
  Provide evidence of a negative TB test initially and every three years thereafter.
• Obtain and maintain NCI, First Aid and CPR certification.

Work Environment

This is a program for adults who have varying degrees of learning, behavioral, emotional, and developmental disabilities. Employee may encounter participants who are in crisis, exhibiting emotional/psychological distress or behaving in an aggressive manner. Exposure to odors from acrylic paints, oil base paints, and cleaning and mixing solutions; fine debris from ceramics; mild noise from the kiln and from instructors and artists interacting in an open space. Environment may include frequent interruptions, loud noise, varying indoor temperature, and drafts. Exposure to changes in temperature and weather conditions when travelling to art exhibits, other ECF sites, etc.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

• Mobility to circulate among participants for approximately 80% of work shift.
• Frequent use of vision to teach art and demonstrate techniques.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person, over the telephone or in a virtual meeting.
• Regularly push, pull, and lift up to 60 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to push participants in wheelchairs and assist non-ambulatory participant with transferring to and from wheelchairs.
• Occasionally required to travel to various sites within Los Angeles County.
• Ability to implement NCI, First Aid, and CPR.

EEO Statement
Exceptional Children’s Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We are on a mission to support
independence, belonging and community. We strive to build a culture that is safe, respectful, fair, and supportive
for all employees. We are proud to employ people of all backgrounds who possess the talent, energy, and focus to
accelerate our vision forward.

At Will Employment
Employment with Exceptional Children’s Foundation, aka ECF is at-will employment which means that ECF or the
employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without
advance notice. ECF holds the right to modify the terms of employment, including but not limited to, job
descriptions, duties, schedules, compensation, work locations, procedures, guidelines, practices or employee
benefit programs with or without advance notice. I acknowledge and understand that the at-will nature of my
employment relationship with ECF can only be changed by an express written agreement signed by the
President/CEO of ECF and me.
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