DSP-3 Painting Professional

Painting Professional

Turn your passion for painting into purpose—inspire creativity, build confidence, and empower individuals through art.

The Painting Professional provides direct support, instruction, and creative enrichment to participants in TERI's Center for the Arts program. This role is responsible for developing and leading adapted painting and visual arts experiences that accommodate a wide range of abilities while promoting creativity, self-expression, skill development, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is a passionate artist and educator who is committed to empowering individuals with developmental disabilities through meaningful artistic experiences.

Your Role & Responsibilities –

• Develop and facilitate adapted painting and visual arts lessons for individuals with varying abilities and skill levels.
• Teach painting, drawing, and mixed-media techniques with a primary focus on acrylic painting and related mediums.
• Create engaging, client-centered art experiences that promote creativity, self-expression, and skill development.
• Support participants in achieving goals outlined in their individual program plans while providing direct support and supervision.
• Assist with the planning and execution of TERI artist exhibits, art shows, and special events.
• Maintain knowledge of current art education practices, painting techniques, and adaptive teaching methods.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, Active Treatment principles, behavior support plans, and safety protocols.

Qualifications –

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Art Education, Studio Art, Fine Arts, Painting, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, preferably in a day program or educational setting.
• Experience teaching or facilitating painting and visual arts instruction for diverse skill levels.
• Ability to obtain a Class B Driver's License and maintain a clean driving record for at least two years.

Pay – $25.00 Hourly

Status – Full-time

The Benefits of Joining TERI –

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Tax-advantaged savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Financial Protection Plans – Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – Invest in your future with employer-supported retirement savings.
• Health & Wellness Program – Resources and support to help you thrive, both mentally and physically
• Onsite Fitness Center & Outdoor Fitness Court – Convenient, no-cost access to exercise facilities
• Pet Insurance – Coverage options to keep your furry family members healthy.
• Employee Discounts – Enjoy savings at TERI's Common Ground Café & Coffee Bar and the Inspired Resale Boutique
• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays to support work-life balance.
• Positive and Supportive Culture – A mission-driven team environment where your contributions are valued.

Fit for Life –

TERI changes the way the world sees, helps, and empowers individuals touched by special needs. The TERI Campus of Life models a more integrated society where the entire community learns, creates, and lives well side-by-side.

Here at TERI, health and wellness are integral parts of our culture for both staff and clients. "Fit for Life" is a core value, and all staff are expected to actively participate in TERI wellness programs and personally commit to the agency philosophy of being "Fit for Life." We have an on-site Fitness Center with a full-time Wellness Team who can help you design personal fitness goals and nutrition plans; additionally, there are many opportunities for individual and group exercise classes offered at times that fit your personal schedule. TERI culture ensures the health and wellness of each client is a top priority.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER –

TERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. At TERI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. TERI believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, in touching the lives of those we serve and seeking to recruit. We strive to develop and retain the most compassionate and talented people from an extensive and diverse candidate pool.