Mosaics Instructor

Information about TAC

The Art Center, a not-for-profit organization, is the North Shore’s home for artistic discovery and creative exploration. Through innovative programs, exhibitions, and classes designed for all levels and ages, The Art Center provides a welcoming space for our diverse communities to experience and participate in the arts.

Although predominately focused on the visual arts, TAC has expanded its mission to include arts in all forms such as writing, acting, performance, and the like.

The Art Center is located in Highland Park, a 45 -60 minute drive north of Chicago, and is a 10-minute walk from the Highland Park, UPN Metra Train stop.

TAC Mosaics

TAC offers Mosaics classes for both youth and adults, Monday through Friday. Adult classes run for 2-3 hours, 9 am -12 pm or 9:30-12:30 pm, 12:30-3:30 pm or 1-4 pm and 6-9 pm or 6:30-9:30 pm. Youth classes run 4-5:30 pm or 4-6 pm during the school year. The ideal candidate will:• Have a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Mosaics – or equivalent experience working in Mosaics medium• Teach multiple adult classes on Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday.• Have at least 1-year experience teaching adults of various ages and backgrounds • Be comfortable teaching different skill levels in one class• Experience working and teaching with Hammer and Hardie, Smalti, marble, and stone• Experience teaching in a recreational/non-academic environment a plusThis is an independent contractor position. TAC does not compensate for travel time, prep or clean-up time. Applicants will be reviewed until the position is filled.