Teaching Artist

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Teaching Artist

Stark Museum of Art

Curator of Education

0 Direct and 0 Indirect

Non-Exempt, Hourly, Part-Time

October 16, 2020

Director, Stark Art and History Venues

Provides meaningful and engaging studio art programs and educational experiences at the Stark Museum of Art for Pre‑K-12 school students and the public.

• Provide curriculum-based studio art experiences for Pre‑K-12 school students onsite, offsite, and digitally.
• Develop and facilitate Summer Art Quest camps for Pre‑K-5 students.
• Develop and facilitate CREATE! Workshops for multi‑generational audiences (first grade – adult).
• Develop and facilitate Adult Studio Art Workshops for adults ages 16 and older.
• Manage art supplies, maintain classroom spaces, and gallery Education Areas.
• Assist Education Department in other programming duties as assigned, including school programming, community outreach, public programming, digital programming, community gallery exhibitions, and visitor research.

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• Facilitate positive learning experiences for all visitors in the Museum.
• Work functions are performed to create high‑quality museum and art education programs.
• Supports Foundation's goals and values; display passion and optimism; mobilize others to fulfill the vision and inspiration to others; further the Museum's mission.
• Provide courteous, professional, timely and accurate service and support to all visitors, vendors, volunteers and co‑workers.
• Give and welcome feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit, able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.
• Work within approved budget.
• Follow policies and procedures; maintain appropriate records, complete administrative tasks correctly and on time.
• Maintain proficiency in all computer‑related programs to perform job duties.
• Follow safe work procedures; ensure all employees follow safe work procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions; see that all equipment is maintained and functioning properly.
• Observe scheduled work hours.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Teaching experience or experience working with children such as camp counseling or after school care, studio art experience, museum experience desired (volunteer or internship experience acceptable).

High school diploma required, Bachelor's degree and college studio art coursework preferred.

Must be able to interact professionally with diverse groups of individuals, from pre‑school children to senior citizens. Requires the ability to manage groups of children and/or adults. Requires ability to display tact and discretion, consistent demonstration of good judgment, and an ability to listen and learn. Requires ability to interact professionally and appropriately with visitors and co‑workers. Must be a team player able to work comfortably and effectively in cross‑functional teams.

• Passion for art and the humanities and their educational role in today's world.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Skill in using research techniques.
• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Highly motivated self‑starter with a hands‑on work ethic, good judgment, a positive, can‑do attitude and a sense of humor.

• Requires strong public speaking skills.
• Ability to communicate well with visitors of varied ages.
• Confidence in presenting to groups.

• Frequently communicates…