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EAM Art Camp Instructor
Submitted on 07/Nov/18
Category:
- Gallery / Museum
Organization:
Country:
- United States
US State:
- Illinois
Job Level:
- Junior
Contract type:
- Temp/seasonal staff
Salary:
Hourly based on experience
Application Deadline:
11/23/18
The Elmhurst Art Museum seeks teaching artists or art educator for seasonal, part-time instruction in our exciting youth camps. This is a terrific opportunity for dynamic, high-energy applicants who are experienced in education, visual art, or museum work.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in visual arts, art education, museum education, or related field
- Prior experience working with children in formal or informal educational settings
- Knowledge of multiple two-dimensional and three-dimensional art mediums and general studio practices
- Ability to lead a staff of college-bound or college aged counselors
- A prompt and professional manner
- Availability for the following Winter Sessions:
- Session 1: December 24 & 26-28, 2018
- Session 2: December 31, 2018 & January 2-4, 2019
Duties:
- Develop visual arts curriculum for children ages 5-12
- Facilitate hands-on instruction which engages campers with fun and creative projects from a variety of mediums
- Direct and guide counselors in executing art and camp activities
- Prepare and organize art materials
- Display a positive and respectful attitude while acting as a role model
- Interact with kids and adults in a professional and courteous manner
- Communicate effectively and show integrity as a museum representative
- Follow procedures and expectations as outlines by the Director of Education and EAM Staff
- Maintaining a positive and safe environment
- Other duties as assigned