Youth Programs Liaison (Part-time)
About The Position
The Youth Programs Liaison (YPL) supports the successful delivery of ICP's youth education programs by helping create welcoming, organized, and engaging learning environments for young people. Working closely with Youth Programs staff, teaching artists, and participants, the YPL provides instructional, administrative, and operational support across a variety of programs, including Teen Foto Fridays, in-school residencies, Teen Academy, workshops, public programs, and seasonal youth courses. Assignments vary throughout the year based on programming needs and staff availability. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with young people, has an interest in photography education, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced learning environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- At least one year of experience working with youth in schools, museums, camps, classrooms, workshops, or similar educational settings.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends based on program schedules.
- General knowledge of digital and/or analog photography.
- Basic proficiency with Mac operating systems and Google Workspace required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting educational or public programs preferred.
- Experience providing administrative or operational support in an educational or nonprofit setting preferred.
- Experience using DSLR and mirrorless cameras preferred.
- Experience with film developing and darkroom printing preferred.
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, including Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support Teen Foto Fridays, Teen Academy, workshops, residencies, and seasonal youth programming.
- Welcome students and assist with participant check-in and check-out.
- Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
- Provide one-on-one and small group support during classes and workshops.
- Assist teaching artists with classroom management and student engagement.
- Accompany students during field trips, photo walks, and off-site learning experiences.
- Prepare classrooms, studios, and learning spaces before programs.
- Coordinate with Visitor Experience, Facilities, and Equipment staff to ensure spaces are ready for programming.
- Sign photography equipment and supplies in and out as needed.
- Assist with darkroom preparation, including test strips, paper management, and studio organization.
- Clean, organize, and secure materials following each program.
- Support classroom technology and basic photography equipment troubleshooting.
- Track attendance and assist with student communications.
- Document programs through photography as assigned.
- Scan, organize, edit, and upload student work and program documentation.
- Complete program summaries and administrative follow-up after assigned programs.
- Support registration, preparation, and wrap-up activities for youth programs.
- Represent ICP at school visits, community outreach events, recruitment activities, and public programs.
- Serve as a welcoming ambassador for ICP's Youth Programs.
- Build positive relationships with students, families, educators, and community partners.
Benefits
- Part-time employees may be eligible for certain benefits in accordance with ICP policies and applicable law.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
