Art Educator

Scottsdale Cultural Council•Scottsdale, AZ

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you looking to make an impact on diverse communities through artful learning experiences? Do you have a passion for the visual and performing arts? Do you have experience leading informal learning experiences for all levels of learners? Do you love people, culture, and art, and both embrace and value multiple perspectives? If so, then we are looking for you! Come join the Learning & Innovation team as an Arts Educator. In this position, you'll support workshops at events like Canal Convergence and the Scottsdale Family ArtsFest and lead programs and tours at SMoCA. This flexible position can work around your schedule and includes weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

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.