Music Teaching Artist & Mentor in Prisons

Sdsu Research Foundation; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Prison Arts Collective (PAC) Teaching Artist and Mentor in music at SDSU Research Foundation leads the implementation of the Arts Facilitator Training music program inside Avenal State Prison and other CDCR sites in California. They guide classes, mentor peer facilitators, and collaborate with the PAC Leadership and staff to build creative communities within correctional institutions.

Teaching artists receive specialized training for prison-based classes and are compensated for teaching

Qualifications

• One year of experience in planning classes or programs in a specialized field or area, preferably in higher, extended or adult education.
• Bachelor's degree in Studio Art, Art Education, or Art History or similar experience in art and arts education. MFA preferred.
• Four years of teaching experience total is preferred, especially in correctional or similar settings.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor interns and peer facilitators.
• Submit post-class reports after every site visit.
• Coordinate monthly meetings and collaborate with PAC Leadership and teaching teams.
• Ensure on-site supplies are available and organized; manage logistics and communication.

Skills

Clear communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Meeting participation

Time management

Supply planning

Problem solving

Flexibility

Event planning

Education

One year planning experience in education

Bachelor’s degree in Studio Art / Art Education / Art History or related

Teaching experience in higher/extended education

Job description

The Prison Arts Collective (PAC) Teaching Artist and Mentor in music at SDSU Research Foundation leads the implementation of the Arts Facilitator Training music program inside Avenal State Prison and other CDCR sites in California. They guide classes, mentor peer facilitators, and collaborate with the PAC Leadership and staff to build creative communities within correctional institutions.

Teaching artists receive specialized training for prison-based classes and are compensated for teaching