Art Educator

Who we are:

Scottsdale Arts was established in 1987 as a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) and has evolved into an organization with six dynamic operating departments that span the visual and performing arts, arts education and cultural engagement. Through its six departments, Scottsdale Arts offers diverse, high-quality arts experiences to hundreds of thousands of Scottsdale residents and visitors annually in addition to fostering the active engagement of government, business, education, and the private sector in the arts.

What we offer: 

• Great company culture. Flexible and remote work available, we embrace work/life balance, DEIA is part of      our strategic plan, opportunities to make meaningful change, employee      recognition program, 
• Making an Impact. Everything you do, each day makes a difference in our community.
• Location. Located in the heart of downtown Scottsdale, access to Civic Center Park, old town galleries, local restaurants, live venues and more. 
• Benefits. Reciprocal membership with NARM and Local arts and culture organizations + 1 membership to share, discounted tickets to events. 
• Opportunities for Growth. Mindset of internal growth and advancement. 

Summary of Position:

Are you looking to make an impact on diverse communities through artful learning experiences? Do you have a passion for the visual and performing arts? Do you have experience leading informal learning experiences for all levels of learners? Do you love people, culture, and art, and both embrace and value multiple perspectives? If so, then we are looking for you! Come join the Learning & Innovation team as an Arts Educator. In this position, you'll support workshops at events like Canal Convergence and the Scottsdale Family ArtsFest and lead programs and tours at SMoCA. This flexible position can work around your schedule and includes weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

Important Details to Know:

• Compensation: Range $19.74/hour
• Shift/Hours: On Call, Part-time, possibility of some evenings & weekends 
• Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
• Location: Scottsdale, AZ

If you need assistance or accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to us at [email protected] 

Here is what you will get to do:

1. Provide programming support for SALI initiatives including but not limited to events, festivals, overnight retreats and workshops.

2. Facilitate learning opportunities related to curriculum and exhibitions at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, provide matinee support at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, lead workshops or public programs, and/or support teaching artists leading workshops.

3. Communicate effectively with key staff: Community Engagement Manager, SALI Coordinators and curators, SMoCA staff and curators, patron services staff, and security. 

4. Assist in maintaining all activities, materials, spaces, and other programmatic elements. e.g., supply management; studio prep, clean-up, and organization; event documentation, reporting, etc.

5. Track visitor attendance, comments, and program evaluations. Ensure all event attendees leave with a memorable and positive experience.

Here is what you will need to be successful:

Education: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field; art, education, museum education, museum studies, or theater. 

Experience:

•  6+ months of related experience: learners of all ages, abilities and backgrounds and/or leading, organizing and teaching groups. 

Abilities:

• Understanding of curriculum standards. 
• Strong organizational skills, ability to work under general direction with a team environment, ability to think on your feet and respond to visitor needs, creativity and problem solving skills 
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal including public speaking in small groups 
• Flexibility, and effective time management skills. 

Work Environment:

• Frequent sitting with regular periods of extending standing, walking. 
• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms. 
• Ability to talk and hear, taste, smell. 
• Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs. 
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral, and depth perception. 
• Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. 
• Due to work requirements will need to work on evenings and weekends as scheduled or needed.

Bonus if you possess the following:

• Bilingual Skills
• First Aid/CPR certification
• Fingerprint clearance card
• Familiarity with contemporary art and SMoCA