Educator

University of California, Irvine•Costa Mesa, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art seeks inspirational Educators to facilitate tours and creative experiences that help visitors explore the transformative possibilities of art. Under the direction and guidance of the Academic & Public Programs Manager and the K12 and Family Programs Manager, the educators support all aspects of educational programming inspired by the Museums exhibitions, including artmaking activities, offsite events, public programs, and more. The position designs and facilitates audience-centered experiences for learners that enable personally relevant connections with art. Additionally, Educators contribute to the collaborative, imaginative spirit of the Learning and Engagement Department by attending trainings, evaluating programs, and experimenting with informal and gallery-based pedagogies that uphold best practices in the field of museum education. A large portion of the Educators work will focus on K–12 school audiences but engagements with learners of all ages and backgrounds will be required.

Requirements

Working knowledge of museum educational techniques and appropriate subject area content.
Working knowledge of the learning characteristics of museum audiences.
Working subject area knowledge presentation skills to diverse audiences, and in a variety of environments / settings.
Strong verbal, interpersonal, presentation and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of emerging educational technologies.
Ability to work independently and use appropriate resources to accomplish assigned tasks / duties.
Ability to maintain classroom attention.
Ability to provide feedback and use mentoring techniques.
Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines, adhere to scheduling procedures, and ensure timely preparation for program and tour delivery.
Demonstrates strong communication skills by proactively coordinating with Program Managers and staff regarding scheduling needs and personal availability.
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
Continuing education in related field required.
1-2 years' experience working with K-12 students and/or family and adult audiences in an educational setting (formal or informal learning).
Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to assist with setup of programs, moving furniture and lifting up to 25 pounds on occasion
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

Experience with curriculum and lesson planning, interpretive research particularly in an art museum or similar educational environment, is highly desirable.
Experience teaching artmaking workshops / classes and/or experience working with a variety of art media.
Experience working as part of a team and developing content collaboratively.
Working knowledge of art history, modern and contemporary art, and a variety of artistic disciplines.

Responsibilities

Facilitate tours and creative experiences that help visitors explore the transformative possibilities of art.
Support all aspects of educational programming inspired by the Museums exhibitions, including artmaking activities, offsite events, public programs, and more.
Design and facilitate audience-centered experiences for learners that enable personally relevant connections with art.
Attend trainings, evaluate programs, and experiment with informal and gallery-based pedagogies that uphold best practices in the field of museum education.
Engage with K-12 school audiences, as well as learners of all ages and backgrounds.