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Teaching Artists Needed

As summer camp season approaches, arts organizations across the Cincinnati region seek artists to help fuel creativity and learning. These positions are available for teaching artists:

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park

Education and Engagement Coordinator

Posted:
Mar 16, 2023

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion in all areas of its work, both on and offstage.  Qualified individuals who bring diverse perspectives and life experiences to the workplace are especially encouraged to apply.

Position: Education and Engagement Coordinator
Department: Education and Engagement
Reports to: Director of Artistic Engagement
Classification: FLSA: Part Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt (20-30 hours per week during season, 30-35 hours per week during summer camp) 
Salary Range: $15.45/hour 
Start Date: May 1, 2023
 
Position Overview: The Education and Engagement Coordinator is the administrative assistant for the department and maintains internal and external department communications, booking the outreach tour, coordinates Student Matinee logistics and manages summer camp administration. They will work collaboratively with the Director of Artistic Engagement and Education Director to meet objectives.

Position Responsibilities:   
-  Book and coordinate logistics for Outreach Tour productions
-  Conduct outreach and booking for school workshops program.
-  Manage day of logistics for student matinee program
-  Coordinate registration, communications, logistics and day-to-day administration of summer camp programs.
-  Create and manage outreach and communication emails for all programs.
-  Maintain department calendars, team meeting agendas, survey documentation, supplies and shared spaces.

-  Department administration of board reports, credit card reconciliation and processing payments in Tessitura and administrative support for the Director of Artistic Engagement

Essential Skills and Attributes: 
-  Minimum of one to three years professional experience in an office or sales environment.
-  Self-motivated and detail oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 
-  Good time management skills. 
-  Proficient with Office 365 computer programs. 

-  Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications: 
-  Knowledge of Tessitura/databases, QuickBooks, Zoom, SharePoint, and Adobe PDF suite. 
-  An interest in or previous experience with a theater company. 

-  Previous experience with customer service and/or sales. 

Work Environment and Physical Demands: 
-  Comfortable opening/closing up shop or theater and setting alarm. 
-  Able to lift 10-25 lbs. 
-  Comfortable with climbing stairs and ladders 
-  Driver’s license. 
 
All employees are required to receive the COVID19 vaccination unless a reasonable accommodation has been approved. 
 
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park continues to monitor the pandemic situation.  Qualified candidates will be expected to comply with Playhouse’s health and safety plan – while at work and outside work – that continues to be updated per latest state and Federal guidelines. 

The physical demands and safe working expectations described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. 
 
While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, it is not necessarily exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or expectations of this position.  Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park reserves the right to revise or amend this description based on business needs or changes to the work environment. 
 
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. 
 
To Apply: 
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and references to Daunielle Rasmussen, Director of Artistic Engagement (daunielle.rasmussen@cincyplay.com, ) and cc: Amy Stier (amy.stier@cincyplay.com) by submitting at this link https://form.jotform.com/230595793209162. Review of materials will be done on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Desired start date is May 1, 2013. No phone calls, please. 
 

Cincinnati Youth Choir

Director of Choirs and Education

Posted:
Mar 9, 2023
Open Position: Director of Choirs and Education
Cincinnati Youth Choir, Ensemble-in-Residence at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music

The DCE reports to the artistic director and is responsible for the growth and development of the Cincinnati Youth Choir’s educational programming, working with the AD to staff and conduct the various choirs in the program, and helping create vision for the future of the program. The DCE works in partnership with the artistic director to create overall direction of the program with possibilities of long-term leadership in the program. Position is contracted for tasks completed with mostly flexible hours allowing work from home and establishing their own professional schedule.

How to Apply:
Robyn Lana, Founder and Managing Artistic Director rrlana@cincinnatichoir.org

Send cover letter and resume to: DCE Search
Please include video links to rehearsal and performance samples Application open until filled. Position begins May 2023.

 

Purpose and Objective:

CYC has had 30 years of artistic and educational excellence in the Greater Cincinnati area. The ideal candidate will have minimum 3 years teaching experience with a focus on children and youth choral conducting. Preference shown to extensive experience in community choral programs/leadership and masters in choral conductor/music education. The DCE will be an integral part of bringing CYC into the future and will play a key role in the public and artistic face of the program in the region.

Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree in music education
- Masters degree in choral conducting or music education preferred
- Minimum 3 years teaching experience
- Vocal training and the ability to teach healthy vocal technique
- Experience leading a performing arts organization, non-profit, or similar organization
- Demonstrated ability to organize and lead
- Ability to work collaboratively and is motivated to work independently
- Experience working with parents and volunteers
- Proven reliability
- Creative vision
- Strong communication and writing skills

Program Description:

Serving as Ensemble-in-Residence at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, the Cincinnati Youth Choir is a nationally celebrated, award winning choral organization in its 30th season. Each year, hundreds of Greater Cincinnati children in grades one through twelve benefit from this educational venue focusing on
 performance as a result of the children’s education. Presently, the program involves resident choirs at CCM, ChoralQuest partnerships with area schools, the Cincinnati Choral Academy, Singabration summer festival for local children, the national Queen City Festival, and the Cincinnati Public School Honor Choir.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Resident Choirs
- Co-conduct CYC’s flagship ensemble Bel Canto with the AD, Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:00-8:30
- Conduct Voci, CYC’s mixed high school ensemble, Thursday evening 5:30-7:00
- Mentor CCM graduate assistant
- Support and implement CYC’s ADEI goals and philosophies
- Network/Recruit to build the program

- Organize and collaborate on auditions in the Fall, Spring, and during the Summer Festival

ChoralQuest/Regional Choirs

- Serve as artistic director of ChoralQuest/Regional Choirs

Local Festival

- Artistic and educational leadership of CYC’s main recruiting event, Singabration

Curriculum and Educational Development

- Develop and oversee standard curriculum/educational goals across all CYC Resident, ChoralQuest, and Regional choirs

Communication and Professional Engagement
- Communicate regularly with public and private schools within the greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area about auditions for CYC choirs and educational workshops that will help to further bring information about the CYC into the educational setting
- Develop, market & coordinate various educational outreach and collaborative programs for children within the surrounding school districts (Crescendo Project)
- Promote and program for the Teacher Advisory Board

Compensation:
- Commensurate with experience

The Cincinnati Youth Choir is an equal opportunity employer. www.cincinnatichoir.org

Taft Museum of Art

Summer Camp Art Instructor

Posted:
Feb 24, 2023
Position: Summer Camp Art Instructors-2023
 
Reports to: Learning & Outreach Manager                 
Team: Learning & Outreach 
Status: Contractor
Compensation: Stipend ($1500 full week of camp + $1200 for Memorial Day week camp)

Condition of Employment: Full vaccination against Covid-19.

The Taft Museum of Art (TMA), located in downtown Cincinnati, is seeking experienced Art Educators to join its Summer Art Camp team.
Summer Camp at the Taft provides an exciting, intensive art experience for students entering grades 1-3, 4-6, and 7-12. An instructor is needed for each camp listed below in the position overview. Hours are typically 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
 
Please ensure to submit a cover letter, resume, and three references. Our team will review your information, and we will get back to you with the next steps. Please submit your application for consideration through our website portal at taftmuseum.org/careers. If you have any questions, please email us at HRAdm@taftmuseum.org for assistance. Sending resumes and cover notes via email are not considered applications. 

POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Learning & Outreach Manager, the Summer Art Camp Instructor is responsible for planning projects and activities for the campers. The instructor will collaborate with the Learning & Outreach Manager to bring in local visual and performing artists to enhance the lesson plans. Instructor will oversee around 20 students each camp week, organizing the student art exhibitions that end each week of camp and directing the day-to-day work of college interns. The work schedule is 8:30a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. 

STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 1-3 (This is a three-week commitment)
May 30 – June 2 (please note, this is a shorter, four-day camp), June 5 - June 9, and June 12- June 16 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Our week-long camps for grades 1-3 involves painting, sculpting, and drawing like a master artist. We will also explore the great art the Cincinnati area offers by having visual and performing artists visit the Taft.


REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
-  Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor of Art in Art Education, or similar experience, have three or more years of experience teaching art education in a classroom setting, experience creating age-appropriate lesson plans and art projects, as well as the ability to create a fun and respectful atmosphere. 
  

-  Candidates should be prepared to be flexible with lessons plans and content delivery methods based upon the current Taft Museum of Art’s health and safety policies for COVID-19 or any other contingencies. 

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

-  A Bachelor of Art degree in Education

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
-  Ability to create a fun, engaging, and respectful atmosphere.
-  Outstanding classroom management skills.
-  Excellent spoken and written English language skills.
-  A Master Teacher in working with young children and teenagers.
-  Creative and love the arts!
 
The success of the Taft Museum of Art is driven by our core values of respect, integrity, excellence, creativity, and collaboration, as exemplified by our team members.  
 
Our VIEW:   
Value diversity, equity, access, and inclusion are drivers for attracting and retaining a diverse team of board members, staff, and volunteers who feel empowered to deliver excellence.  It also is the key to reaching a diverse community and audience.  
 
Include multiple perspectives and believe that differing views strengthen our Museum by stretching us to learn, experience, and expand our thinking each day.
   
Embrace our mission and vision to explore the hidden gems connected to our historic house, the people that lived in it for the first 100 years, and the extensive art collection, bringing all of this to life and making it relevant and unique to each guest.   

Work together as a board and staff to ensure that our members, partners, and key stakeholders reflect and embrace these core values.  

Diversity, Inclusion, Access, and Inclusion Statement (DEAI):  Taft Museum of Art desires to reflect the diversity of our community at every entry point-board, staff, exhibition, education programming, and all museum operations. By embedding DEAI into all Museum areas, the Taft Museum of Art will champion equitable practices, provide a welcoming and inclusive museum experience, and be accessible to all.  

Girls Rock Cincinnati

Head Counselor, Volunteer

Posted:
Feb 23, 2023
SUMMARY
Girls Rock Cincinnati is a music and creative arts summer camp for girls and gender-expansive youth ages 12-18. Please review our mission, vision, and values at girlsrockcinci.com/mission before applying.

We are looking to grow our Organizing Team with 4 new positions. Please read below for more information about our organization and roles and responsibilities. 

These are volunteer positions for people aged 18+. Deadline to apply is March 15th, 2023. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

TIME COMMITMENT 
These are volunteer roles and the job descriptions and duties are project-based and flexible, depending on need and your availability. 

We meet 1-2 times monthly during “off-season", and more frequently during and July as we prepare for camp. The current Organizers spend about 5-10 hours per week during “off season” and 10-15 per week during “on  season.” We are hoping to lighten everyone’s workload with the addition of new members to the  group! 

HEAD COUNSELOR
The Head Counselor is a year-round member of the Girls Rock Organizing Team. The Head Counselor works closely with the Camp Director and Volunteer Coordinator to create an incredible summer camp experience for instructors and students.

The ideal Head Counselor is passionate about music and art education, comfortable and confident in working with youth 11-17 years old, and has a strong commitment to equity and community.

MUST BE AVAILABLE DURING CAMP 2023 (Jul 31 - Aug 5 2023; Cincinnati, OH)

TO APPLY
To learn more about Girls Rock Cincinnati and to apply, please visit our website at GirlsRockCinci.com/apply or contact us directly at Hello@GirlsRockCinci.com

Cincinnati Art Museum

Summer Camp Coordinator

Posted:
Feb 20, 2023
POSITION SUMMARY

The Summer Camp Coordinator works closely with the Assistant Director of Accessibility and Gallery Programs and the Assistant Director of Interpretive Programming in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Summer Camp. The Summer Camp Coordinator organizes the day-to-day operations of summer camp including summer camp communication with parents, check-in, ordering supplies, assisting in the classroom, leading gallery talks and activities, and covering instructor lunch breaks. This position is also responsible for writing lesson plans for educational art making experiences for children ages 6-12. The Summer Camp Coordinator position works cooperatively with Art Museum staff on incorporating the galleries into their lesson plans. 

This position is scheduled 35 hours per week and is required to work from 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. for 8 weeks of camp plus 2 weeks of planning. Planning weeks will take place between May 30th and June 9th.

Date of assignment: Summer 2023, 10 weeks between May 30th and August 11th. The week of July 3rd is a break between camp sessions.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

- Coordinate, develop, and implement the Art Museum’s Summer Camp in close cooperation with the Assistant Director of Accessibility and Gallery Programs and Assistant Director of Interpretive Programming. 
- Write lesson plans for children ages 6-12 based on a predetermined theme.
- Communicate with parents/guardians about their children’s registration, health, or behavioral issues. 
- Create meaningful art making experiences for children ages 6-12.
- Facilitate the proper check-in process for each child.
- Order, organize, maintain, and clean supplies.
- Lead activities in the Museum’s collection and exhibitions through interactive experiences in the galleries.
- Maintain the art studio so that it operates efficiently, is sufficiently supplied and is clean and hazard-free.
- Complete any other duties as assigned by the Learning & Interpretation Division.
- Cooperate in a teamwork fashion with all co-workers to accomplish goals.
- Demonstrate respect and dignity to co-workers and visitors.
- Provide excellence in service and portray a positive and professional image of the Cincinnati Art Museum.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards.
- Follow Cincinnati Art Museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.

REQUIREMENTS 

- BA in art education, fine art, art history, museum education, or related field preferred.  
- An ability to lead art making experiences with children ages 6-12 is necessary. 
- Previous education, art, or museum experience is necessary. 
- The position requires excellent classroom management and organizational skills, the ability to communicate with both children and adults, and a demonstrated ability to collaborate with volunteers and other professionals. 
- Ability to organize a large inventory of art supplies and learning resources is also required. 
- Please submit a resume, cover letter and an example lesson plan.


Pay rate: $17- $19.50 per hour


Apply for Summer Camp Coordinator here.

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

Cincinnati Art Musuem

Summer Camp Instructor

Posted:
Feb 20, 2023
POSITION SUMMARY

The Summer Camp Instructors work closely with the Summer Camp Coordinator as well as the Assistant Director of Gallery and Accessibility Programs and the Assistant Director of Interpretive Programming to facilitate a fun and educational Summer Camp. Each instructor will lead a class of up to 15 students from 8:00-4:00 Monday through Friday. The Summer Camp Coordinator will also be floating between each classroom to help students and prepare materials. 

This position teaches and facilitates art making activities for children ages 6-12. The Summer Camp Instructor is required to help with day-to-day camp operations and preparing, cleaning, and organizing supplies. 

This position is scheduled 35 hours per week and is required to work from 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday through Friday for 8 weeks of camp plus 5 days of training. Training days occur between June 5th and June 9th. 

Date of assignment: Summer 2023, 9 weeks between June 5th and August 11th. The week of July 3rd is a break between camp sessions.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Prepare and facilitate meaningful art making experiences for children ages 6-12
- Prepare, organize, and clean supplies.
- Engage all children with the Museum’s collection and exhibitions through interactive experiences in the gallery as well as in the studio.
- Maintain the art studio so that it operates efficiently, is sufficiently supplied and is clean and hazard-free.
- Complete any other duties as assigned by the Learning & Interpretation Division.
- Cooperate in a teamwork fashion with all co-workers to accomplish goals.
- Demonstrate respect and dignity to co-workers and visitors.
- Provide excellence in service and portray a positive and professional image of the Cincinnati Art Museum.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards.
- Follow Cincinnati Art Museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.


REQUIREMENTS

- BA in art education, fine art, museum education, or related field preferred. (Students working toward their degree in one of these fields are also encouraged to apply.)

- An ability to lead art making experiences with children ages 6-12 is necessary. 
- Previous education, art, and museum experience is an advantage. 
- The position requires excellent classroom management and organizational skills, the ability to communicate with both children and adults, and a demonstrated ability to collaborate with volunteers and other professionals.
- Please submit a resume and cover letter


Pay rate: $14.50 - $15.50 per hour


Apply for Summer Camp Instructor here.


Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

Clifton Cultural Arts Center

Education Coordinator

Posted:
Feb 13, 2023
Status: Full-Time Position, Exempt 

Organizational Background 

The Clifton Cultural Arts Center (CCAC) serves people of all ages, races, culture and socioeconomic status throughout Cincinnati’s diverse “Uptown” neighborhoods and beyond. As a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization, we are dedicated to connecting people and building relationships through the creation, interpretation and appreciation of art. 

CCAC is currently undergoing construction on a $10.5 million, 18,000 sq. ft., multi-purpose community arts center in one of Cincinnati’s most diverse, eclectic and arts-centric neighborhoods. The Education Manager will be instrumental in achieving the goals of the institutional strategic plan by activating the new facility’s multiple education and programmatic spaces, slated to open in early 2024. 

Position Summary
Clifton Cultural Arts Center is seeking an inclusive, collaborative, and forward-thinking individual to lead its arts education initiatives and school partnerships.  The Education Coordinator develops and manages CCAC’s signature “CCACMakes” educational programs, as well as other arts, culture and wellness classes for diverse people of all ages at CCAC and in outreach locations. The Education Coordinator works cooperatively with a dedicated team of arts professionals, contracted teaching artists, and community partners to ensure the successful implementation of high-quality, innovative programming consistent with CCAC’s mission. 

Essential Functions:
Program Development and Management
- Plan, organize and evaluate educational programming for adults and youth including classes, summer camps, workshops, young professional programs, and in-school partnerships.
- Develop MakeShop educational programs and course calendar for CCAC’s brand new, hands-on makerspace (opening 2024)
- Establish model for both earned revenue and free community memberships in usage of MakeShop 
- Hire, train, schedule and coordinate program instructors; prepare and manage contracts.
- Foster positive educational experiences via developmentally appropriate, inclusive and highly interactive methods, which are in alignment with state and national arts academic standards.
- Ensure supplies are available and prepared for programs; purchase equipment, materials, and supplies for education programs per budget and as needed.
- Select, orient, supervise, schedule and evaluate student interns and volunteers for MakeShop and other class-related functions.
- Develop procedures and policies for safe and effective operation of the programs.
- Teach occasional classes and workshops.

Community Partnerships and Outreach
- Partner with public schools, libraries, and community organizations to provide on-site arts programs engaging underserved populations, e.g. Summer Scholars and Rockets to Robots. 
- Implement marketing and outreach strategies to increase diverse student participation, especially among historically marginalized communities.
- Working collaboratively with CCAC’s Marketing & Development Manager, develop and produce course descriptions, program catalogs and promotional materials, as well as related website and social media content to promote enrollment in education programs.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with community organizations, school officials, students and families.

Program Administration and Evaluation
- Manage registration process for all education programs
- Maintain accurate records of program attendance and provide statistical information for grant proposals and reports.
- Maintain and improve systems to evaluate programs to measure customer satisfaction and impact.
- Work collaboratively with Programs Manager to establish performance standards for all education personnel and ensure performance targets are met.
- Monitor program budget, track expenses, and provide needed information for grant reporting.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate is highly organized, reliable, a problem solver, and self-directed. The ideal candidate has:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in art, art education or related field OR equivalent, relevant work experience.
- 5 years of professional experience at the teaching or coordinating level in the arts education and/or community arts field, specifically as it relates to social/emotional learning and digital art and educational software. 
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
- Ability to work cooperatively with diverse colleagues, parents, and community members.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
- Reliable form of transportation. 

Physical Requirements: 
- Ability to move about office and off-site program locations.
- Occasionally lifts/carries materials up to 20 lbs.
- In-town travel expected for meetings, outreach programs, community events, etc.

Work Schedule:  The work schedule is subject to change based on program schedule. Occasional evenings and weekends are required. 

Selection:
Clifton Cultural Arts Center does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, financial status, or marital status in its programs, activities, and employment. CCAC prioritizes the inclusion of traditionally marginalized people in leadership and staff positions, and encourages applications from a broad spectrum of candidates reflecting the diversity of the community we serve. 

To Apply: E-mail a resume and cover letter indicating why you are the right candidate for this job, and three references to Leslie Mooney, HR@cliftonculturalarts.org. Electronic submissions (as PDF files) are required with the following file name: last name_first name_resume.pdf. No phone calls, please. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  

Salary & Benefits: This position is full-time with some benefits, including matching retirement contributions, generous Paid Time Off and benefits allowance. Salary is budgeted at $40,000 annually.

Queen City Clay

Camp Assistant

Posted:
Feb 8, 2023
Job Description:
Queen City Clay is looking for art education assistants for Summer Camp 2023! 
We are an energetic team of artists and educators who have a passion for clay education, imaginative experiences and introducing students to creative process. If you enjoy teaching children and art, in any medium, we’d love to interview you. 
 
Job Responsibilities:
-  Assist lead instructor in running fun and unique art camps within specified themes to students of varying ages and skill levels.
-  Prepare projects and materials daily.
-  Clear, wash and put away/organize materials and tools from finished projects.
-  Lead students during restroom and snack breaks.
-  Clean/organize workspaces (including tables, floors, trash, etc.) each day.
-  Communicate with lead instructor any student, class, and material needs.

-  Create a kind and supportive environment for children and other employees.

Qualifications and Desired Characteristics:
-  Experience in a children’s camp or classroom environment or related experience.
-  An enthusiastic attitude towards teaching and working with young children.
-  Respectful of diversity and the needs of individual children. 
-  Demonstrate kindness, respect, and professionalism at all times.
-  Works to establish connection with students through conversation and making.
-  Is eager to clean and organize the classroom environment during down time. 
-  Can communicate in a clear, kind, and respectful manner to parents.
-  Ability to create a fun and respectful atmosphere.
-  Has basic to extensive knowledge of multiple art mediums.
-  Has any interest or knowledge relating to any summer camp themes (animals, Harry Potter, Pokémon, Stop Motion Animation, painting, printing, gardening).
-  Ability to work with others and follow directions.
-  Art Teacher recommendation suggested for all high school applicants.

-  A background check is required.

Workday: 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm (Camp Hours)
8:30-10am, 12:30-1:30pm, & 4-5:30pm (Before & After Care and Lunch optional)
Commitment: 4 weeks of camps, consecutive or not, May 30st – August 11th. 
Compensation: $450/wk (additional pay optional $14/hr for Before & After Care)

To apply, please email us your resume and a short letter explaining why you would be a good fit for Queen City Clay Summer Camps!

Queen City Clay

Camp Instructor

Posted:
Feb 8, 2023
Job Description:
Queen City Clay is looking for art educators for Summer Camp 2023! 
We are an energetic team of artists and educators who have a passion for clay education, imaginative experiences and introducing students to creative process. If you enjoy teaching children and art, in any medium, we’d love to interview you. 
 
Job Responsibilities:
-  Work with the Children’s Programming Director on planning projects and activities for campers within specified weekly themes.
-  Teach fun and unique art camps within specified themes to students of varying ages and skill levels.
-  Prepare projects and materials daily.
-  Keep materials organized, classroom clean. 
-  Communicate student, class, and material needs with other teachers and Children’s Programming Director.
-  Collaborate alongside other teachers and assistants to facilitate classroom management.
-  Create a kind and supportive environment for children and other employees.
-  Facilitate a camp art show at the end of each camp week.
Qualifications and Desired Characteristics:
-  BFA in Art Education or related experience preferred.
-  Experience in a children’s camp or classroom environment.
-  Experience creating lesson plans and age-appropriate art projects.
-  An enthusiastic attitude towards teaching and working with young children.
-  Respectful of diversity and the needs of individual children. 
-  Demonstrate kindness, respect, and professionalism at all times.
-  Works to establish connection with students through conversation and making.
-  Is eager to better the classroom environment when there is down time.
-  Can communicate in a clear, kind, and respectful manner to parents.
-  Ability to create a fun and respectful atmosphere.
-  Has basic to extensive knowledge of multiple art mediums.
-  Has any interest or knowledge relating to any summer camp themes (animals, Harry Potter, Pokémon, Stop Motion Animation, painting, printing, gardening).
-  Ability to clearly delegate needs, tasks and direction to assistants.

-  A background check is required.

Workday: 10:00a-4:00p (Camp Hours); 8:30-10am & 4-5:30pm (Before & After Care optional)
Commitment: 4 weeks of camps, consecutive or not, May 30st – August 11th. 
Compensation: $600/wk (additional pay optional $14/hr for Before & After Care)

To apply, please email us your resume, sample lesson plans or previous programing experience, and a cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit at Queen City Clay!