Visual Art/Digital Art and STEM Instructor

Position Details

• Hourly Rate: $20.00–$35.00, determined based on experience, education and training
• Hours of Work: Dependent on the number of participants taking part in programs; there are no minimum hours associated with this position
• Location: Cambridge
• Deadline: November 16, 2026

About the City

Working within our Strategic Plan, Cambridge Connected, and committing to our values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service, the successful candidate will work together to help the City of Cambridge achieve our vision: A place for people to prosper – alive with opportunity.

What You Will Be Doing

• Develop and lead visual art programs using a variety of media, techniques and themes for any or all age groups that CCA serves, including children, youth, adults, and older adults. Programs could include classes and workshops that take place after school, in the evening, and on weekends, summer camps, and one-off event-based programs.
• Keep program rooms and supplies organized.
• Greet and orient participants to the facility and programs.
• Maintain health and safety regulations; ensure the code of conduct is followed.

Education

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• Post-secondary diploma/degree in Fine Arts or equivalent is considered an asset.

Experience and Knowledge

• Demonstrated experience developing and leading visual art programs using a variety of media, techniques and themes.
• Keen and enthusiastic attitude towards art education and collaboration with fellow instructors and learners alike.
• Excellent organizational and customer service skills.

We Will Ask You for These Items if You Are Hired

• Current and valid Police Vulnerable Sector Check to be provided prior to commencement in this position.
• Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training Certificate from the Ministry of Labour.
• Proof of your current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications.
• High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development (or willingness to obtain prior to commencing employment).

How to Apply

Submit your candidate profile and application through cityONE Careers prior to November 16, 2026.

Accommodation Needs and Protection of Privacy

The City of Cambridge recognizes and appreciates that diversity and inclusion enhance our public value commitment.

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience and encourage all qualified people to apply, including and especially people from equity-deserving groups. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with honour and respect toward their individual dimensions of diversity.

We strive to remove barriers that may prevent qualified applicants from fully participating in the recruitment and selection process. Accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Contact HRServices@Cambridge.ca to make your needs known in advance.

For more information on our Employment Equity, please read our full policy.

Personal information collected in relation to the recruitment process is collected under the authority outlined in the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solely to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Cambridge only.