Art Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Art Instructor develops and teaches engaging studio art classes and workshops for diverse audiences of all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds, including youth, adults, and individuals with disabilities. Working both on-site at the museum and throughout Western New York as the driver and facilitator of the AKG’s mobile Art Truck, they integrate collection tours into their curriculum, manage art supplies and equipment, and serve as a welcoming ambassador for the museum. Schedule is Wednesday through Saturday, including occasional Friday evening events such as First Friday and occasional Sunday classes required.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and facilitate engaging and age-appropriate art classes and workshops in a variety of media for diverse audiences of all ages and backgrounds.

• Help guests make connections to changing themes and subject matter by incorporating the collection and special exhibitions into projects and lesson plans.

• Facilitate age-appropriate tours of the collection and in-gallery activities.

• Stay abreast of the Buffalo AKG collection, programs, and special exhibitions to make connections in lesson planning.

• Order, manage, and organize art supplies and equipment, and associated

administrative tasks.

• Maintain clean and organized studio and storage spaces.

• Prepare community-made art works for exhibition and display in the Community Gallery space.

• Maintain good classroom management and helps guests follow all policies and

procedures.

• Participate in planning meetings and professional development training.

• Facilitate episodic class and program evaluations.

• Act as an ambassador of the museum, interacting with visitors in ways that support our mission and values.

• Drive and operate the mobile art truck to off-site community events; manage vehicle setup, teardown, and hands-on artmaking for diverse audiences.

• Lead engaging, hands-on studio art activities for museum birthday parties, delivering an organized, high-energy experience for host families and guests.

• Other duties as assigned by the Manager of Access & Studio Programs

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Education and Experience (Minimum requirements):

• BA in Studio Art, Art Education, or related degree or experience.

• Two years of teaching experience in visual or creative arts in formal or informal settings.

• Experience working with both adults and children using a variety of art media.

• Adaptable teaching style and comfort delivering instruction for people of different learning styles, cultural backgrounds, age levels, and abilities.

Skills/Abilities/Competencies (Additional requirements):

• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated classroom management skills.

• Interest in Modern and Contemporary Art and artists’ practices

• Ability to work in a range of media, including two- and three-dimensional art-making techniques.

• Comfort operating a large vehicle.

• Must be flexible, creative, and a team player.

• Commitment to the Buffalo AKG Art Museum’s mission to provide programs for lifelong learning and discovery; engage and empower widening, inclusive audiences; inspire open dialogue and common understanding.

• Able to positively interact and build connections with diverse audiences in culturally sensitive ways with a commitment to inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA).

• Must be available for a four day a week work schedule to include weekends and some evenings throughout the year.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365.

• Move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Workdays: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday; occasional other days as needed