iLEAD: Young People's Studios High School Studios Program Assistant

Maryland Institute College of Art; Mica (WA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) is seeking a dedicated Classroom Support Staff for its summer program in Mica, Washington. This role involves providing classroom support and overseeing before- and after-care activities for students aged 5-17.

Responsibilities include delivering art instruction, managing classroom dynamics, and fostering a welcoming environment. Ideal candidates should be Current MICA MAT students, possess teaching experience, and be CPR/First Aid certified. Join MICA in inspiring creativity among young learners!

Qualifications

• Internship or other educational teaching experience in the K-12 setting, or equivalent.
• CPR/First Aid certification (will be provided by MICA).

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily supervision to ensure a safe, organized learning environment.
• Manage delivery of art and design content to youth.
• Plan and lead community-building activities during care time.
• Help prepare end-of-session virtual art shows.

Skills

Classroom Management

Digital Literacy

Art Instruction

Communication

Education

Current MICA MAT student

Job description

Job Summary

For more than 150 years, MICA has provided Baltimore’s young people (from kindergarten through grade 12) with a full array of classes tailored to their developmental needs and designed to inspire creativity through high-quality instructional experiences in the visual arts taught by instructors from around Maryland. The PA position combines classroom support, before- and after-care instruction to students 5-17 years of age. They assist with daily supervision to ensure a safe, organized, and welcoming learning environment throughout the summer program. This includes lesson delivery, classroom management, materials preparation, and the maintenance of program records and art supplies. The position also involves direct interaction with students and families, including greeting, pick-up and drop-off support, and responding to questions or concerns. In addition, staff help plan community-building activities and contribute to end-of-session virtual art shows and presentations while developing digital literacy and new technical skills as needed.

Responsibilities

• Remain on-site for the duration of the program when the program is in session: June 16‑August8,2025
• Participate in onsite and virtual training (June15‑18)
• Choose shifts of 9am‑5:30pm or 8am‑4pm throughout program sessions.
• Manage the delivery of art and design content to youth through classroom and before‑and‑after‑care instruction; lead before‑and‑after‑care for students K‑8
• Assist Site Coordinator with preparation and maintenance of materials and records
• Greet students and families warmly, assisting with any questions or concerns
• Exercise classroom management, interventions, and support as needed
• Help prepare end‑of‑session virtual art shows and presentations
• Possess digital literacy and willingness to learn new skills, platforms, and software as necessary
• Help facilitate pick‑up and drop‑off procedures for students and families
• Plan and lead community‑building activities and art‑making activities during care time
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Maintain and manage the art supply closet

Minimum Qualifications

• Current MICA MAT student, degree completion not required
• Internship or other educational teaching experience in the K‑12 setting, or equivalent
• CPR/First Aid certified (will be provided by MICA)

Conditions of Employment

Satisfactory background check and fingerprinting checks.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 15lbs. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Required Training

Handbook orientation, Anti‑Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added; see EHS Manager training schedule)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam‑era, or otherwise). The College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. Applicants must apply online for each position. Successful candidates may be subject to a pre‑employment background check. MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case‑by‑case basis.