Department:                                  Education

Reports To:                                    Head of Public Programs and Community Engagement

FLSA:                                              Exempt

Employment Status:                       Regular/Full-time

 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Coordinates public education experiences, programs, workshops, and events geared towards engaging and serving youth and greater community audiences with the High Museum of Art.  We facilitate a rich menu of after-school and weekend programs that inspire young people to build their art skills, meet local artists, participate in art exhibitions, learn about the behind-the-scenes of the museum, and meet fellow youth interested in the arts.

 

Work Schedule:

  • Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Schedule will flex, on average, twice per month to accommodate evening and weekend programs.  For example, Thursdays 1-9 and/or Saturday 9-5.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

  • Works with the Head of Public Programs and Community Engagement to develop an annual slate of creative, engaging public education programs for youth audiences inspired by the High’s permanent collections and special exhibitions.
  • Coordinates the planning and implementation of public programs and events for teens, for example: teen nights; youth art exhibitions; art labs and classes; artist demonstrations; and musical, dance, and theatrical performances.
  • Develops and implements studio classes related to the High’s permanent collection and special exhibitions for youth afterschool and weekend drop-in workshops, and registration based studio programs.
  • Creatively produces large scale events and festivals featuring activities, performances, and workshops drawn from content in the High’s permanent collection and special exhibitions.
  • Oversees, with the Head of Public Programs and Community Engagement, all contractual art teachers in the museum studios, supply inventory and ordering, and is a contact person for registration-based studio classes, workshops.
  • Communicates and coordinates honoraria contracts, travel arrangements, and billing as related to public programs.
  • Researches and develops community artist contacts and maintains current network of relevant artists and performers (artists, musicians, theater, etc.).
  • Develop strong relationships with area organizations serving youth, community artists, and teachers and administrators as related to recruitment, promotion, and messaging outreach.
  • Participates in planning meetings; learns about exhibitions and special projects that inform program development.
  • Researches program themes, artists and performers, program formats and keeps informed about other programs locally and in other museums.
  • Develops and edits program copy for newsletter, flyers and other media as required.
  • Works cross departmentally with AV tech, Visitor Services, Housekeeping, Security, Special Events, and other support staff to produce large driver audience programs.
  • Works with Coordinator of Docent Volunteer Educators to secure volunteers for programs as needed.
  • Works with AV tech, Visitor Services, Housekeeping, Security, Special Events, and other support staff to produce programs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

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

 

Education and Experience:

  • B.A. or B.F.A. in Art History, Studio Art, or Humanities required.
  • M.A. in Art Education, Museum Education or M.F.A. in Studio Art preferred.
  • Creative educator with a passion for youth education and at least 3 years experience working with youth/teens in an art museum, classroom, or cultural setting.
  • Strong organizational and program coordination experience.

 

Skills and Abilities:

  • Must be a team player with an ability to work with a variety of contractors, artists, and staff.
  • Ability to network, identify and cultivate program partners/resources in the community.
  • Proven track record with youth program development.

 

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Some standing, walking, bending, frequent use of hands, stooping and light lifting (at least 10 pounds) is needed.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.