Arts Programs Assistant

City of Irving; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Irving is seeking a dedicated educator to assist in planning and delivering visual arts exhibitions, educational programs, and youth activities at the Irving Arts Center. You will develop curriculum materials and coordinate school outreach to enhance learning experiences.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in education or related field, strong communication skills, and the ability to work evenings and weekends. A résumé must accompany the application.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, museum education, art or closely related field; two years of related experience in teaching and working with families/youth in museums, nonprofit arts orgs or schools.
• Must possess strong communication, organizational, interpersonal and presentation skills, with knowledge of arts education practices and standard office software.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and work evenings and weekends as required.
• A résumé must be submitted with application.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, developing, coordinating and implementing visual arts exhibitions, educational programs, youth and family activities, and special events at the Irving Arts Center.
• Develop educational materials, curriculum and resources for exhibitions and programs.
• Coordinate school outreach, field trips and teacher workshops.
• Assist with training, scheduling and supervising volunteers and docents.
• Teach and support arts education classes.
• Maintain relationships with schools, community organizations and teaching artists.
• Assist with program supplies, purchasing and grant writing.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Arts education knowledge

Office software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, museum education, art or related field

Job description

Duties include assisting with planning, developing, coordinating and implementing visual arts exhibitions, educational programs, youth and family activities, and special events at the Irving Arts Center; developing educational materials, curriculum and resources for exhibitions and programs; coordinating school outreach, field trips, guided tours and teacher workshops; assisting with training, scheduling and supervising volunteers and docents; teaching and supporting arts education classes; maintaining relationships with schools, community organizations and teaching artists; assisting with program supplies, purchasing and grant writing; and performing related duties as assigned. A Bachelor’s degree in education, museum education, art or a closely related field; and two years of related experience teaching and working with families and/or youth in museums, nonprofit arts organizations or schools. Must possess strong communication, organizational, interpersonal and presentation skills, with knowledge of arts education practices and standard office software. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and work evenings and weekends as required. A résumé must be submitted with application.

PAY GRADE GG18 / FULL PAY RANGE $26.72 - $37.67 PER HOUR

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Since opening its doors, the Arts Center has been a lively hub of community celebration. Irving Arts Center alone hosts approximately 1,400 events annually, including 200+ performances and 25+ exhibitions, welcoming more than 100,000 visitors.

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.