Gallery Teacher (Part-time)

CMA•Cleveland, OH

2d•$15•Onsite

About The Position

This part-time position creates gallery experiences, virtual learning experiences, and supports general programming for preschool through high school audiences. Through dynamic teaching strategies this position explores ways for students to make connections with art objects and inspires wonder and curiosity to further discovery with the CMA collection. Conducts programming and gallery lessons for PreK -12 students and educators. Supports curriculum development for object-based experiences on-site and in virtual programming. Attends training sessions on gallery teaching, the CMA collection, and special exhibitions for colleagues and volunteers. May participate in programming for departmental and division special events such as Play Days and Family Game Night. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelors’ Degree in Art History, Museum Studies, Art Education, Education, or related field preferred.
At least one year of experience successfully planning and facilitating object-based learning experiences that engage diverse audiences, or other relevant teaching experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of current theory and practice in museum education.
Ability to experiment, think creatively, and solve problems.
Ability to communicate gracefully and tactfully with visitors, colleagues, and staff from other community organizations.
Evidence of strong collaborative skills and experience facilitating dynamic and respectful discourse among diverse groups of personalities in both internal and external constituents.
Ability to receive input and feedback from a variety of sources, and channel feedback into actionable strategy.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, ASL or other languages in addition to English is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts programming and gallery lessons for PreK -12 students and educators.
Supports curriculum development for object-based experiences on-site and in virtual programming.
Attends training sessions on gallery teaching, the CMA collection, and special exhibitions for colleagues and volunteers.
May participate in programming for departmental and division special events such as Play Days and Family Game Night.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Partner level membership to CMA
Free, unlimited admission to select Cleveland Museum of Art ticketed exhibitions (two adult member tickets per visit, subject to availability)
50% off admission to select ticketed exhibitions for members' guests
Free admission to select ticketed exhibitions for unlimited children, 17 and younger, when accompanied by a member
Priority registration and discounts for museum art classes for adults and children
20% discount in the museum store
10% discount in the museum restaurant and café
Annual subscription to Cleveland Art members magazine
Free Garage Parking
Your employment relationship with the museum qualifies you for free or discounted admissions to other cultural institutions such as the Natural History Museum, Botanical Gardens, The Cleveland Zoo, etc.