Art Educator

Scottsdale Arts • Scottsdale, AZ

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Scottsdale Arts is seeking a passionate Arts Educator to join the Learning & Innovation team. This flexible, part-time position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on diverse communities through artful learning experiences. The role involves supporting workshops at events like Canal Convergence and the Scottsdale Family ArtsFest, and leading programs and tours at SMoCA. The ideal candidate has experience leading informal learning experiences for all levels of learners and values multiple perspectives. This position offers a great company culture with flexible and remote work options, a focus on work/life balance, DEIA, and opportunities for growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field; art, education, museum education, museum studies, or theater.
• 6+ months of related experience: learners of all ages, abilities and backgrounds and/or leading, organizing and teaching groups.
• Understanding of curriculum standards.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work under general direction with a team environment.
• Ability to think on your feet and respond to visitor needs.
• Creativity and problem solving skills.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal including public speaking in small groups.
• Flexibility, and effective time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Skills
• First Aid/CPR certification
• Fingerprint clearance card
• Familiarity with contemporary art and SMoCA

Responsibilities

• Provide programming support for SALI initiatives including but not limited to events, festivals, overnight retreats and workshops.
• Facilitate learning opportunities related to curriculum and exhibitions at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, provide matinee support at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, lead workshops or public programs, and/or support teaching artists leading workshops.
• Communicate effectively with key staff: Community Engagement Manager, SALI Coordinators and curators, SMoCA staff and curators, patron services staff, and security.
• Assist in maintaining all activities, materials, spaces, and other programmatic elements. e.g., supply management; studio prep, clean-up, and organization; event documentation, reporting, etc.
• Track visitor attendance, comments, and program evaluations. Ensure all event attendees leave with a memorable and positive experience.

Benefits

• Reciprocal membership with NARM and Local arts and culture organizations + 1 membership to share
• Discounted tickets to events
• Flexible and remote work available
• Embrace work/life balance
• DEIA is part of our strategic plan
• Opportunities to make meaningful change
• Employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level