Part-time Lead Museum Educator
The University of Chicago

Job Info

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Department

AI Docents

About the Department

The Smart Museum of Art at the University of Chicago is a site for rigorous inquiry and exchange that encourages the examination of complex issues through the lens of art objects and artistic practice. Through strong community and scholarly partnerships, the Museum incorporates diverse ideas, identities, and experiences into its exhibitions and collections, academic inquiry, and public programming.

Job Summary

This position supports performing arts management, administration, and scheduling. Coordinates logistics for theatrical productions and film and video presentations. Works within established procedures with a moderate degree of supervision.

Responsibilities

• In partnership with the Public Practice team, serves as public ambassador for the Smart Museum and leads art education experiences for a variety of audiences including K-12, University, and adult community groups.
• Leads single-visit Museum tours, artmaking, and other interpretive activities for tour participants.
• Facilitates the Museum's Program Lab Partnerships, working with school administrators and teachers to build a fully customized and multi-year arts learning program.
• Facilitates curricular and co-curricular programming at the Smart for University of Chicago students.
• Strategizes the structure and hiring for future Museum Educators cohorts as comprised of University of Chicago students and alumni of the Odyssey Project. Leads processes for onboarding, training, and mentorship for new educators.
• Develops arts-based resources for remote teaching and learning for distribution to educators across the Chicago Public School system.
• Develops and delivers programming in consultation with Public Practice staff for family, University, and adult audiences.
• Supports administrative duties to build capacity across the museum.
• Represents the Smart with external partners and organizations by leading workshops, presenting at conferences, and attending convenings that connect the Smart's mission with our place.
• Participates fully and promotes DEIA initiatives at the Smart.
• Continually explores and develops educational strategies for use in the Museum's galleries, including contributions to exhibition and interpretive strategies.
• This is a part-time benefits eligible position.
• Provides support for the development and deployment of productions and programs.
• Assists with public programming and other educational programs or projects regarding the theatre.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Associates degree.

Experience:

• Prior teaching experience.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Strong public speaking skills and a comfort level for facilitating public experiences.
• A high level of interest in visual art and have an interest in teaching and learning.
• Some knowledge of studio art practices and/or art history.
• Interested in working with a variety of age groups.

Preferred Competencies

• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Must be dependable and responsible.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Museum & Arts

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Pay Frequency

Biweekly

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Posting Statement

Employees must comply with the University's COVID-19 vaccination requirements. More information about the requirements can be found on the University of Chicago Vaccination GoForward.

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

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