{"id":7295,"date":"2025-02-06T16:50:46","date_gmt":"2025-02-07T00:50:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/?p=7295"},"modified":"2025-02-06T16:50:46","modified_gmt":"2025-02-07T00:50:46","slug":"aim-seeking-teaching-artists-and-creative-arts-therapists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/2025\/02\/06\/aim-seeking-teaching-artists-and-creative-arts-therapists\/","title":{"rendered":"AIM seeking Teaching Artists and Creative Arts Therapists"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\"><strong>About AIM:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">At AIM, we enrich the lives of people in the disability community through active engagement with and access to movement and the arts. We provide opportunities for self-expression, connection, and belonging through adaptive arts education and artistic experiences in an accessible and welcoming environment. Learn more on our website at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aim-seattle.org\">www.aim-seattle.org<\/a><span class=\"s1\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Position Summary:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">AIM is seeking to hire Teaching Artists and Creative Arts Therapists in dance, music, visual arts, theater, and other arts disciplines. These are part-time positions reporting directly to the Program Director.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Job Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p3\">Facilitate onsite and offsite adaptive arts classes, camps, or experiences that are accessible to individuals with varying disabilities, backgrounds, and ages, in collaboration with the Teacher Coordinator and Program Director.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Align all classes and sessions with AIM\u2019s approach, which is neuro-affirmative and centers the input of Neurodivergent and Disabled individuals and their allies.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Work collaboratively with AIM staff, parents\/caregivers, and community partners to ensure accessible, safe and positive program experiences for all participants.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Nurture a positive and engaging learning environment that encourages creativity, self-expression, and autonomy.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Evaluate participant feedback and engagement, adjusting lesson plans and approaches to meet the evolving needs of the community.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Participate in professional development meetings with AIM staff.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Attend regular consultation meetings with the Teacher Coordinator and Program Director.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Represent AIM at outreach and tabling events within the broader community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p3\">Minimum 3 years of experience in teaching or facilitating arts-based classes, or equivalent experience.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">At least 1 year of experience working with Neurodivergent and\/or Disabled communities, or equivalent experience.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Creative Arts Therapists must provide proof of certification or credentials.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Ability to create an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment for participants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Commitment to understanding and addressing how racism, ableism, and other systems of oppression impact this work, with a willingness to actively work toward equity and inclusion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Compensation:<\/strong> $50 per hour for onsite classes or sessions, $65 per hour for offsite classes or sessions, $25 per hour for meetings and consultations. Planning time is built into the hourly rate.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Location:<\/strong> AIM classes are held at All That Dance Studio: 3012 NE Blakeley Street, Seattle, WA 98105<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>How to Apply:<\/strong> To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and 2-3 references to <a href=\"mailto:kristin@aim-seattle.org\"><span class=\"s2\">kristin@aim-seattle.org<\/span><\/a>. For questions or to request accommodations during the application and interview process, please contact <a href=\"mailto:kristin@aim-seattle.org\"><span class=\"s2\">kristin@aim-seattle.org<\/span><\/a> or call 425-236-9347. Candidates may be asked to co-lead an adaptive arts class as part of the application process.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">At AIM, we value diversity and inclusivity. We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About AIM: At AIM, we enrich the lives of people in the disability community through active engagement with and access to movement and the arts. We provide opportunities for self-expression, connection, and belonging through adaptive arts education and artistic experiences in an accessible and welcoming environment. Learn more on our website at www.aim-seattle.org. 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