Fall Educator Wrightwood Rate

Job Summary

We areseekingenthusiastic individuals for part-time gallery staff positions at Wrightwood 659 for two dynamic exhibitions opening this fall:
Inner Worlds:
Visions from the Hirshhorn Museum Collection, and Everyday War:
Yuan Goang-Ming.

Inner Worlds:
Visions from the Hirshhorn Museum Collection features the work of Mary Bauermeister (1934–2023), Yayoi Kusama (born 1929), and Niki de Saint Phalle (1930–2002), three trailblazing, post‑war female artists who rose to international acclaim by developing a distinctive visual language characterized by expansive proliferations of pattern, repetition, and an ordering of chaos.

Everyday War:
Yuan Goang-Ming is a large‑scale exhibition of the work of Yuan Goang-Ming, widely recognized as a pioneer in Taiwan’s new media art scene. Goang‑Ming is celebrated for starkly poetic video and installation works reflecting the precarious conditions and surreal nature of contemporary life. His work in Everyday War transforms intimate domestic spaces into powerful metaphors for widespread instability, capturing the tenor of globally turbulent times.

The exhibitions will run from September 25, 2026, through December 19, 2026 with a possible extension. Public operating hours will generally be Fridays from 12 PM – 7 PM, and Saturdays from 10 AM – 5 PM. Wednesday and Thursday operating hours may be added for group visits and public programs with varying shift times available.

Part‑time Educators should be available to work a consistent schedule. An online training component will begin August 11 and include: research materials, study guides, an interpretive writing workshop, and virtual check‑ins in the weeks leading up to the in‑person training date. Applicants should be available in‑person from September 23 for our on‑site training session, press preview, and VIP opening.

Successful candidates will be outgoing and possess a passion for art, architecture, and social movements, and show an interest in the themes of the upcoming exhibitions. They must be comfortable in a progressive environment and enthusiastic about working with diverse audiences. Educators are expected to be intuitive, reliable, intellectually curious, and inclusive team members capable of maintaining a peaceful yet engaging gallery atmosphere.

Educators must possess outstanding communication skills and a willingness to actively engage with guests in the gallery. Educators must be enthusiastic about collaborating with the team to interpret artwork and develop educational resources.

• Read and digest the provided educational materials relating to the exhibition.
• Attend virtual training sessions.
• Complete online training modules prior to in‑person training.
• Demonstrate knowledge of educational materials, building policies, and safety guidelines.
• Greet and welcome guests to the space, communicate and ensure gallery policies are followed.
• Facilitate conversations with guests and create points of access to exhibitions and artwork.
• Direct guests through gallery spaces and assist with queueing and access control as needed.
• Communicate gallery observations & feedback in‑person or via online portal.
• Work in tandem with the security staff to ensure a safe and positive guest experience.
• Assist with gallery upkeep and opening/closing procedures.
• Produce an “Object Chat” or “Educator Insight” with the guidance of Wrightwood 659 Staff.
• Assist with setup for gallery events and public programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Comfortable speaking to groups of people.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods and lift light furniture.
• Occasional late evenings may be required due to special events and exhibition programming.
• Ability to remain alert at all times and to stand for multiple hours.

• Knowledge of contemporary art, social movements, and/or architecture.
• One year of guest service experience, preferably in a museum, academic, or cultural venue, including internships.
• Attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with digital devices and personal technologies.
• Experience or interest in museum education.
• The ability to…