Art Education Assistant – Freshman Montserrat College of Art

Montserrat; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Montserrat in Beverly, MA seeks an Art Education Assistant – Freshman to support the Art Education department with programming initiatives. The role involves researching connections to K-12 schools, designing and posting posters and fliers, and providing general administrative support. Training is provided.

This paid Spring 2027 position pays $15 per hour, 1-2 days per week (about 2 hours weekly). You will gain hands-on experience, work closely with faculty, and build skills in communication,

Qualifications

• Comfortable with learning how to use administrative computer applications, spreadsheets and databases and Canva.
• Eager to learn and take ownership of a rotation of regular assignments.
• Strong communication, research, and writing skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented, able to work independently on tasks, and strong communication skills via email

Responsibilities

• Art Education event posters / images for emails
• Update Montserrat students in art education on interesting summer jobs or jobs during the year in art education
• Connect with students who may have questions about the concentration or how practicum placements work
• Attend and host art education events, connecting and engaging with other students, as well as assisting with event prep and clean up.
• Additional duties in support of the department as assigned

Skills

Strong communication

Research skills

Writing skills

Organized

Independent work

Email communication

Tools

Canva

Job description

Art Education Assistant – Freshman

Department: Art Education

Term:Spring 2027

Pay: $15/hour

Days needed each week: 1-2

Total estimated hours per week: 2 hours/week

Summary of Job: The Art Education Assistant supports the Art Education department with all programming initiatives. This position regularly researches connections to k-12 schools, designs and posts posters and fliers for programming, and provides general administrative support to the department as needed. Training for this position is provided!

Responsibilities:

• Art Education event posters / images for emails
• Update Montserrat students in art education on interesting summer jobs or jobs during the year in art education
• Connect with students who may have questions about the concentration or how practicum placements work
• Attend and host art education events, connecting and engaging with other students, as well as assisting with event prep and clean up.
• Additional duties in support of the department as assigned

Skills + Experience:

• Comfortable with learning how to use administrative computer applications, spreadsheets and databases and Canva.
• Eager to learn and take ownership of a rotation of regular assignments.
• Strong communication, research, and writing skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented, able to work independently on tasks, and strong communication skills via email

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Some event support and set up around campus / light cleaning and organizing will be required.
• This is mostly a desk or classroom position that requires periods of sitting.

Learning Outcomes:

The Art Education Assistant will learn to:

• Employ active listening skills, taking time to understand and ask appropriate questions.
• Communicate in a clear and organized manner so that others can effectively understand
• Work independently and on deadline, and as part of a team.
• Collaborate with others on various ideas and projects to achieve common goals.
• Build strong, positive working relationships with supervisor and team members/coworkers.
• Take ownership of work duties and responsibilities, and ensure they are completed accurately and on time.
• Plan, initiate, manage, complete, and evaluate projects.
• Show a high level of dedication toward completing a project, including having an attention to detail, resulting in few if any errors in their work.
• Exhibit professionalism (dependability, being present and prepared, meeting and exceeding goals, dedication to their role).
• Professionally advocate for oneself and others, identifying resources and eliminating barriers.
• Serve as a role model to others by approaching tasks with confidence and a positive attitude.
• Motivate and inspire others by encouraging them, giving constructive feedback, and by building mutual trust.
• Employ personal strengths, knowledge, and talents to complement those of others.

Number of Positions: 1