Program Assistant, Family Programs
About The Position
Program Assistants support a range of educational programming for all ages, including Art Kids Classes, drop-in artmaking in the Art Kids Studio, performance, talk-based programming, and additional drop-in offers such as Family Festivals. Responsibilities include assisting with all aspects of public programs including set up, greeting families, facilitating studio projects, gallery teaching, and other responsibilities as designated. This position requires a weekly Saturday or Sunday shift, as well as availability for Sunday Family Festivals: August 3, October 2, November 7, December 7, February 1, March 1, April 5, May 3, June 7, July 5, and August 2.
Requirements
- Familiarity with art making materials
- Experience working with children (in formal or informal settings) and the general public
- Excellent customer service skills, we welcome a background in retail, hospitality, and dining
- Ability to work in a team environment
Responsibilities
- Support a suite of Art Kids programming including Art Kids Studio, Art Kids Classes, Family Festivals, seasonal offers, and other Public Programs as needs arise
- Set up learning environments
- Prepare materials and supplies
- Welcome visitors to public programs, including children and their grownups, and encourage participation
- Introduce and facilitate art making activities, designed by Family Programs staff
- Maintain programming space—keep it tidy, organized, and follow the systems and procedures
- Work in a team environment
- Demonstrate excellent judgment and visitor service skills
Benefits
- Free general admission to the museum for you and your immediate family
- Discounted guest tickets for admission
- Discounts on gift memberships
- Special staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teams
- Discounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online stores
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Fully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance
- Health savings or flexible spending account program
- Retirement savings program with museum match
- Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
