Children’s Drawing Instructor

Company Description The Centre for Immigrant and Community Services (CICS), founded in 1968, is a not-for-profit organization and registered charity serving diverse communities across Toronto and York Region. CICS provides settlement and integration services such as language training, employment support, and community programs at eight locations, supporting more than 20,000 clients annually from early childhood to older adults. The organization also operates community food programs, including a garden, kitchen, and food bank, to enhance local food security. CICS is committed to building welcoming, inclusive communities and is an active advocate for social justice and anti-racism, creating a supportive environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants.
Role Description The Children’s Drawing Instructor is a contract, on-site role based in Scarborough, ON. The Instructor will plan and deliver age-appropriate drawing and art lessons for children, focusing on skill development, creativity, and confidence-building. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing lesson plans and materials, demonstrating drawing and basic painting techniques, guiding children through individual and group projects, and adapting activities to different skill levels and learning styles. The Instructor will maintain a safe, positive classroom environment, manage attendance, provide regular feedback to children and caregivers, and collaborate with CICS staff to align programming with organizational goals and community needs. The role may also involve occasional participation in special events, showcases, or workshops to highlight children’s artwork and promote CICS programs.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong drawing skills, including experience with Technical Drawing and general Drawing.
• Candidates should possess practical Teaching and Education skills, with experience delivering structured lessons to children.
• Candidates should possess foundational Painting skills to support mixed-media projects and enhance drawing instruction.
• Candidates should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to create an inclusive, encouraging learning environment for children from diverse backgrounds.
• Relevant education or training in Fine Arts, Art Education, or a related field is an asset; prior experience teaching children in community or school settings is strongly preferred.
• Candidates should possess strong classroom management abilities, reliability in maintaining schedules, and adherence to CICS policies on child safeguarding and safety.