(P/T) Museum Educator at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Job Title: Museum Educator
Job Status: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary: $29/hr
Summary Of Position
Working across the Department of Education and Public Engagement, under the guidance of the Director, School, Youth, and Family Programs, the Museum Educator position will support the goals and priorities of the department by engaging with the public as facilitators of creative learning and experience. Through developing curriculum, leading tours and workshops, and implementing programs for students of all ages, this role will apply our pedagogical approach to inquiry-based teaching.
Skills And Experience Requirements
- Background in Visual Art, Art History, Education or a related field preferred
- Desire to work with students of all ages, including adult learners
- Deep interest in and passion for the arts
- Flexible, team player with excellent speaking and interpersonal skills
- Ability to self-reflect and fine-tune practice
- Knowledge of learning theory and inquiry-based pedagogy
- Knowledge of child development
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment is a must
- Ability to be proactive, use independent judgment and initiative
- Experience in studio teaching a plus
- Fluency in either Spanish, German, Italian, French, or Mandarin is preferred
- Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Key Responsibilities
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Working as a team to develop curricula and assessments for workshops, tours, and programs for education department audiences and partners
- Provide support for on-site programs, including greeting/navigating visitors, arranging spaces, as well as ordering and maintaining supplies
- Leading tours, in-gallery programs, workshops, classes, camps, and trainings for youth, adult, family, university, and community partners, in the galleries and Engleberg Center
- Attend departmental meetings and workshops
- Liaising with group representatives both pre- and post-visit to plan and assess content and experience
- Develop a solid understanding of the Guggenheim’s core collection and temporary exhibitions while applying our pedagogical approach to inquiry teaching
- Develop interpretive materials for a wide range of audiences
Work Demands & Environment
- Ability to travel within the metropolitan area as required to perform the above duties at any of Guggenheim’s owned or leased properties upon request
- On occasion, tours may be conducted outdoors, with exposure to varied weather conditions.
- Ability to work on nights, weekends, and holidays on occasion
Education
- B.A. Degree preferred
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS : N/A
REPORTS TO: Director, School, Youth, and Family Programs
LOCATION : 1071 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10128
WORK SCHEDULE : 4 days a week at 32 Hours per Week, Schedule TBD (possible work on the weekends as part of regular schedules )
POSITION TYPE : Part-Time, Non- Exempt. This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with UAW, Local 2110
SALARY RANGE: $ 29.00 per hour
The Guggenheim is dedicating itself to creating paths that lead to a more inclusive and diverse institution. We encourage inquiries from applicants who will reflect the plurality of our culture and our global audience. The Guggenheim does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin or disability status, or other legally-protected characteristics.
Department: Education
This is a non-management position
This is a part time position