Job description

Employment Opportunities at DrawBridge

For more than 30 years, DrawBridge has provided free expressive arts programs in shelters, affordable housing facilities, and community centers across seven San Francisco Bay Area counties. Always free for the families we serve, DrawBridge provides children ages five and up a safe and supportive environment to connect with their community and explore playful creativity that is critical to healthy development.

DrawBridge is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:

Art Group Facilitators – Marin County Free Library Program
Reports to: Program Manager
Status: Part-time, non-exempt; $20 per hour
Hours: 15-20 hours per month depending on program need. 
Schedule of Days/Times Needed: Monday-Friday; One Saturday morning per month

DrawBridge is currently seeking candidates to serve as Art Group Facilitators for free arts programs at libraries throughout Marin County. Training, program support, professional development opportunities, and art supplies are provided.

Essential Job Requirements

• In collaboration with the Program Manager and programs team, develops and leads monthly DrawBridge expressive art groups for children at libraries throughout Marin County. 
• Participates in monthly staff meetings with Program Manager and attends DrawBridge trainings and professional development workshops throughout the year
• Develops and submits program plans and materials supplies requests to Program Manager as requested
• Oversees setup and breakdown of program spaces before and after each session and maintains cleanliness and organization of program areas
• Maintains and submits accurate attendance records, supplies inventory, and monthly program reports
• Assists with the distribution of program surveys and evaluations throughout the year
• Accurately tracks and submits payroll hours in a timely manner
• Notifies Program Manager immediately of schedule changes, requests, or concerns from site partners or families
• Arrives at assigned sites on time to run programs as scheduled
• Follows and abides by DrawBridge’s Covid-19 and workplace safety protocols and site partner safety protocols
• Complies with DrawBridge’s policies and procedures as summarized in the Employee Handbook

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience working with children ages 5-18, preferably in an educational or professional setting
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, sound judgment, positive attitude, and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Excellent organizational skills
• Willingness and ability to travel to site partner locations to produce programs
• Comfort with technology, email, zoom, and online communication

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience, training, or education in the fields of art, child development, education, psychology, or the social sciences preferred; candidates enrolled in an accredited university working toward a degree in a related field are welcomed
• Candidates bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin, or Arabic are strongly encouraged to apply

Prior to placement, candidates must complete a criminal background check and provide proof of a current tuberculosis test and COVID-19 vaccination. Positions will remain open until filled.

To Apply
Submit your resume with a cover letter to ------------. Prior to beginning employment, candidates must complete a criminal background check and provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Positions remain open until filled.

DrawBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state, or local laws, ordinance, or regulations.

DrawBridge Equity Statement
DrawBridge’s expressive arts programming is built on a firm foundation of cultural awareness and sensitivity that reflects and celebrates the creative power of the children and diverse communities we serve. Recognizing that homelessness and housing insecurity disproportionately impacts communities of color, DrawBridge provides a welcoming and nurturing space for all, and seeks to employ artists, staff, and volunteers with deep connections to these communities. To learn more, visit ------------/about-us/equity

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:

All DrawBridge staff and volunteers must abide by DrawBridge’s COVID-19 and workplace safety protocols and site partner safety protocols. Prior to placement, candidates must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

Work Location: On the road