Programming Associate – MacNider Art Museum

City of Mason City, IA; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Charles H MacNider Art Museum seeks a part-time Programming Associate to develop and teach engaging art classes and conduct interactive tours for visitors and the community.

You will oversee the Kids Club and assist with the School Art Show, coordinating materials and equipment for each class and event. The role also involves creating promotional materials to boost participation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in one or more fields of art mediums (e.g., painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking).
• One year of experience teaching or instructing art is preferred.
• Associates degree or 60 hours of college coursework is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, graphics, and desktop publishing.

Responsibilities

• Instruct classes at the Museum – adult classes, children’s art classes, artful birthday parties, camps, and programs.
• Conduct informative and engaging tours of the museum for patrons.
• Oversee the Kids Club and its activities.
• Act as studio manager with the Programming team, including sourcing materials and coordinating with staff.
• Assist the Museum Curator in setting up and organizing the School Art Show.
• Respond to public inquiries about events via phone, email, or in-person.
• Develop brochures, flyers, and other promotional materials to advertise classes and programs and drive participation and revenue.

Skills

Art instruction

Curriculum development

Public tours

Studio management

Event coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or 60 hours of college coursework

Formal instruction in various art mediums

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Graphics

Desktop publishing

Job description

Salary: $17.00 – $18.50 Hourly
Location : 303 2nd Street SE, Mason City, IA
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: 2025-00117
Department: Charles H MacNider Art Museum
Opening Date: 08/27/2026
Closing Date: 9/11/2026 4:30 PM Central
Residency Requirement? No

Description

Are you passionate about art and education? The Charles H. MacNider Art Museum is seeking a creative and enthusiastic part-time Programming Associate to join our team! In this hands‑on role, you’ll develop and teach captivating art classes, and conduct interactive tours to create a love for arts in our visitors and community.

Work Schedule: This position will work 28 hours per week and will includeteaching classes on Tuesday or Thursday evenings and every other Saturday. The remaining hours will be spent working in the studio during varied daytime hours.

• Instruct classes at the Museum – adult Classes, children’s art classes, artful birthday parties, camps, and programs.
• Conduct informative and engaging tours of the museum for patrons.
• Oversee the Kids Club and its activities.
• Acts as studio manager alongside the Programming team. This includes assessing and fulfilling material and equipment needs for each class or event, ordering supplies, and coordinating with staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist the Museum Curator in the setup and organization of the School Art Show .
• Respond to public inquiries about special events via phone, email, or in-person.
• Develop and contribute to brochures, flyers, news releases, and other promotional materials to advertise classes and educational programs. Drive community engagement and work to increase programming participation and revenue.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in one or more fields of art mediums, such as painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics or print making.
• One year of experience working as an instructor, preferably in art.
• Formal instruction in various mediums of art is desired. Associates degree or 60 hours of college level coursework from a recognized accredited institution in a related area is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, graphics, and desktop publishing.

Applications will be accepted until 4:30pm, September 11, 2026

Equal Opportunity Employer
No benefits are available for this position.