Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Baltimore
Arts, Culture & Expression Specialist
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Overview
Days:
Monday through Friday
Work Hours:
Part-time Position
Location:
Baltimore Ravens Boys & Girls Club
Compensation:
$16.50/hr - $18.50/hr
Position Summary
Do you want to be part of a team that encourages artistic expression and exploration with youth? As an Arts, Culture & Expression Specialist, you will do just that! The Arts, Culture & Expression Specialist supports the Manager of Arts, Culture & Expression in delivering creative, cultural, and artistic programming for Boys & Girls Club members. This part-time position focuses on fostering safe and inclusive spaces where youth can explore identity, culture, and creativity through artistic expression. The Specialist works directly with youth in program spaces, helps lead daily activities, and ensures that arts and cultural programs reflect the mission and values of the Club.
Responsibilities
Lead and assist with arts, culture, and creative expression activities (visual arts, performing arts, music, writing, etc.).
Create an inclusive and affirming environment where all youth feel safe to express themselves.
Encourage youth to explore their creativity, identity, and cultural voice through projects.
Adapt activities for different age groups and developmental levels.
Support & Supervision
Work closely with the Arts, Culture & Expression Manager to implement program plans, activities, and schedules.
Help support helpful and safe behavior during creative activities, projects, and programs.
Provide feedback to the Manager about youth engagement and program impact.
Operations & Safety
Help set up, organize, and maintain art supplies, cultural materials, and program spaces.
Ensure physical and psychological safety in shared creative environments and throughout the building.
Assist with tracking attendance and participation data as directed.
Teamwork & Collaboration
Collaborate with other Club staff to integrate arts and culture across program areas.
Build supportive relationships with youth, staff, and families.
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework in arts, cultural studies, education, or related fields is a plus.
Experience leading or supporting arts and creative activities with youth.
Strong communication and youth engagement skills.
Ability to encourage creativity and provide positive, affirming feedback.
Miscellaneous
This is a part-time, hourly position.
Must pass a background and reference check in accordance with youth safety standards.
Some evening or weekend hours may be required for special events.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to touch, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to thirty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Disclaimer The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Further, no part of this description shall be construed as a contract or guarantee of employment. All BGCMB employees are at-will employees.
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Monday through Friday
Work Hours:
Part-time Position
Location:
Baltimore Ravens Boys & Girls Club
Compensation:
$16.50/hr - $18.50/hr
Position Summary
Do you want to be part of a team that encourages artistic expression and exploration with youth? As an Arts, Culture & Expression Specialist, you will do just that! The Arts, Culture & Expression Specialist supports the Manager of Arts, Culture & Expression in delivering creative, cultural, and artistic programming for Boys & Girls Club members. This part-time position focuses on fostering safe and inclusive spaces where youth can explore identity, culture, and creativity through artistic expression. The Specialist works directly with youth in program spaces, helps lead daily activities, and ensures that arts and cultural programs reflect the mission and values of the Club.
Responsibilities
Lead and assist with arts, culture, and creative expression activities (visual arts, performing arts, music, writing, etc.).
Create an inclusive and affirming environment where all youth feel safe to express themselves.
Encourage youth to explore their creativity, identity, and cultural voice through projects.
Adapt activities for different age groups and developmental levels.
Support & Supervision
Work closely with the Arts, Culture & Expression Manager to implement program plans, activities, and schedules.
Help support helpful and safe behavior during creative activities, projects, and programs.
Provide feedback to the Manager about youth engagement and program impact.
Operations & Safety
Help set up, organize, and maintain art supplies, cultural materials, and program spaces.
Ensure physical and psychological safety in shared creative environments and throughout the building.
Assist with tracking attendance and participation data as directed.
Teamwork & Collaboration
Collaborate with other Club staff to integrate arts and culture across program areas.
Build supportive relationships with youth, staff, and families.
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework in arts, cultural studies, education, or related fields is a plus.
Experience leading or supporting arts and creative activities with youth.
Strong communication and youth engagement skills.
Ability to encourage creativity and provide positive, affirming feedback.
Miscellaneous
This is a part-time, hourly position.
Must pass a background and reference check in accordance with youth safety standards.
Some evening or weekend hours may be required for special events.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to touch, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to thirty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Disclaimer The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Further, no part of this description shall be construed as a contract or guarantee of employment. All BGCMB employees are at-will employees.
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