Education Associate
post date
5/10/23, 7:00 PM
Description
The American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) is the national repository for self-taught artistry and intuitive thinking. AVAM is dedicated to our Educational Goals and inspiring visitors to seek their own creativity and recognize wonder in the world around them.
OVERVIEW:
The American Visionary Art Museum seeks a friendly, creative, outgoing Education Associate to assist the Director of Education. This is a part-time position (approx. 20 hrs/week).
The Education Associate will assist in all tasks of classroom and event functions including but, not limited to:
IN PERSON PROGRAMS:
● Set-up and clean up for workshops.
● Prepare supplies for workshops and help keep an inventory of supplies.
● Lead and/or assist during all K-12 and adult workshops.
● Assist during professional development workshops.
● Plan and facilitate AVAM’s off-site after school program, Visionary Explorers.
● Accompany the Education staff during outreach and off-site workshops.
● Oversee artists during weekend workshops.
● Assist with set-up/clean up/planning for AVAM events as directed by the Director of
Education.
● Assist with educational mailings as well as general Museum mailings.
VIRTUAL PROGRAMS:
● Host virtual museum tours and workshops on Zoom with AVAM volunteer docents.
● Prepare slide decks for virtual tours.
● Prepare supplies for virtual workshops as needed.
● Assist with planning virtual programming for all audiences.
● Update Education databases as directed by the Director of Education.
● Conduct general research as directed by the Director of Education.
qualifications
● BFA/BA in related field.
● Museum experience a plus.
● Min. 3 years in art instruction.
● Possess strong classroom management skills.
● Experience instructing students of all ages.
● Possess strong ability to function as a team player in a fast-paced environment.
● Possess enhanced skills in creative problem solving and prioritize actions to effectively meet deadlines.
● Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
● Possess enhanced analytical ability and decision-making skills.
● Demonstrate the ability to keep pace with technology and continually enhance computer skills.
how to apply
To apply: Forward resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references to jobs@avam.org. EOE. No phone calls please.
