Adjunct Educator, On-Call

Sfmoma•San Francisco, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is one of the largest museums of modern and contemporary art in the United States and a thriving cultural center for the Bay Area. We cannot imagine life without art; it inspires and connects us every day. Now more than ever, these connections matter and are aligned with our values. Inclusive: We strive to be a museum of many voices in dialogue. Passionate: We believe working with art is more than a job or trusteeship - it's a way of life. Brave: We are committed to approaching our work with courage and a sense of adventure, always ready to explore new perspectives. Empathic: We aim to act like a person, not an institution. SFMOMA is a place for the infinitely curious to explore, support, and experience the art of our time. We believe that modern and contemporary art can influence the way we think, view the world, and embrace the many voices and perspectives around us. We aspire to foster an environment that elicits joy, nurtures a sense of belonging and purpose—where difference is seen as a strength, and every one is appreciated for their whole self. The position entails working interactively with the public, including school groups and multigenerational audiences. The role communicates in a day-of capacity with educators, students, and museum visitors participating in SFMOMA programs and education spaces. To foster an understanding of audience needs and behaviors that inform program development, Adjunct Educators perform tracking and timing evaluations of exhibitions and education spaces, perform research, administer surveys, collate and analyze data, draft reports, and share findings. Adjunct Educators work with SFMOMA staff on the preparation and archiving of select programs and resources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in education, museum administration and/or programming, or a related field.
Experience working with youth/student audiences in an arts, educational, or youth organization context.
Knowledge, understanding of, and enthusiasm for modern and contemporary art.
Diplomatic, interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
Ability to work enthusiastically and effectively, ensuring a positive experience working with intergenerational audiences.
Public speaking and teaching skills.
Ability to maintain patience and flexibility while working in a dynamic public environment.
Ability to engage and lead groups of people of all ages in diverse activities.
Ability to work autonomously.
Customer service orientation and ability to act as brand ambassador.
Requires occasional travel to off-site school locations within San Francisco.
This position requires a live scan background check.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with current educational practices and techniques, a plus.

Responsibilities

Work closely with Education and Community Engagement staff on the facilitation of events and programs, including but not limited to program prep and day-of support. Events and programs include K-2 school tours, other K-12 school programs, school resources (such as art kits), and in-gallery evaluation, among others.
Greet, orient, and lead creative, interactive K-2 school tours at SFMOMA.
Prepare educational materials and resources.
Contribute to the implementation of resources, materials and activities.
Attend assigned professional development trainings and workshops including readings, group dialogues, and guest presentations.
For understanding of audience needs and behaviors that inform program development, perform tracking and timing evaluations of exhibitions and education spaces, perform research, administer surveys, collate and analyze data, draft reports, and share findings.
Work with the Education and Community Engagement Division to provide feedback on the success of programs, resources, and education spaces and audiences.
Support the archiving of program resources and documentation, including data entry.
Represent SFMOMA Education and Community Engagement in the community.
Perform other duties as required.