Arts Programs & Education Coordinator

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

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.