Visual Arts Instructor
About the role
As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city and their careers forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.
Employment Status
Non-Union Instructor - Auxiliary
Scope
Are you passionate about visual arts and enjoy teaching a variety of ages and types of art? Join the City of Surrey's Culture Division and contribute to high quality arts education in the community.
Community Arts is hiring Visual Arts Program Instructors to develop and instruct art classes for 2026. Our Visual Art Instructors have the opportunity to teach preschool, children, youth and adult participants throughout the year and to participate in hands-on outreach activities across Surrey.
Responsibilities
- Instruct lessons for a variety of ages and abilities, including preschool, children, youth, adults, and seniors.
- Deliver course content that fosters technical skill building and individual expression.
- Develop and facilitate developmentally appropriate visual art classes that are engaging and accessible.
- Submit lesson plans and supply lists for each class, camp, or workshop.
- Independently set up, take down, and maintain program space.
- Provide a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Required skills include:
- Able to assess age appropriateness of lessons and materials.
- Classroom management.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and relational skills with participants and staff.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Qualifications
We're looking for dynamic, creative leaders with demonstrated knowledge and experience in art and art education. Our ideal candidates are effective communicators with strong classroom management skills.
The successful candidate must have:
- A degree/diploma in the area of visual arts, art education, or a related field or related experience.
- A minimum of one year previous teaching experience, as well as a thorough understanding of visual arts pedagogy.
- A current Emergency First Aid with CPR-C certificate.
- A Valid BC Driver's License is an asset.
Other Information
Number of Job Openings: 3-5
Hourly Rate: $32.16
Conditions of Employment
This position requires completion of a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date
This job will be posted until June 1, 2026.
Our Values
Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community
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About City of Surrey
We are one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.
Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources, and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an inclusive and sustainable city where people can live, work and play.
Social Media Terms of Use: http://bit.ly/COSTerms
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Visual Arts Instructor
About the role
As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city and their careers forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.
Employment Status
Non-Union Instructor - Auxiliary
Scope
Are you passionate about visual arts and enjoy teaching a variety of ages and types of art? Join the City of Surrey's Culture Division and contribute to high quality arts education in the community.
Community Arts is hiring Visual Arts Program Instructors to develop and instruct art classes for 2026. Our Visual Art Instructors have the opportunity to teach preschool, children, youth and adult participants throughout the year and to participate in hands-on outreach activities across Surrey.
Responsibilities
- Instruct lessons for a variety of ages and abilities, including preschool, children, youth, adults, and seniors.
- Deliver course content that fosters technical skill building and individual expression.
- Develop and facilitate developmentally appropriate visual art classes that are engaging and accessible.
- Submit lesson plans and supply lists for each class, camp, or workshop.
- Independently set up, take down, and maintain program space.
- Provide a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Required skills include:
- Able to assess age appropriateness of lessons and materials.
- Classroom management.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and relational skills with participants and staff.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Qualifications
We're looking for dynamic, creative leaders with demonstrated knowledge and experience in art and art education. Our ideal candidates are effective communicators with strong classroom management skills.
The successful candidate must have:
- A degree/diploma in the area of visual arts, art education, or a related field or related experience.
- A minimum of one year previous teaching experience, as well as a thorough understanding of visual arts pedagogy.
- A current Emergency First Aid with CPR-C certificate.
- A Valid BC Driver's License is an asset.
Other Information
Number of Job Openings: 3-5
Hourly Rate: $32.16
Conditions of Employment
This position requires completion of a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date
This job will be posted until June 1, 2026.
Our Values
Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community
Not the right fit? Search for Visual Arts Instructor jobs in Surrey, BC
About City of Surrey
We are one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.
Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources, and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an inclusive and sustainable city where people can live, work and play.
Social Media Terms of Use: http://bit.ly/COSTerms