Teaching Artist

Seattleartmuseum; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to onsite fitness facility

20% discount at SAM Museum Shop

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Seattleartmuseum is seeking Teaching Artists to create engaging art experiences across its three sites in Seattle. The role involves developing inclusive workshops that cater to multigenerational audiences and requires collaboration with division staff to align with learning standards.

Candidates should possess experience in workshop facilitation and strong interpersonal skills, with a commitment to equity and inclusion. This part-time role offers flexible hours and opportunities to contribute meaningfully to the community.

Qualifications

• Combination of education and experience with interdisciplinary arts.
• One year of experience in workshop facilitation and community engagement.
• Ability to build relationships with diverse communities.
• Professional verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Create arts-integrated lessons and activities.
• Facilitate art activities for multigenerational audiences.
• Provide instruction to volunteers.
• Maintain a welcoming environment with equity and inclusion practices.

Skills

Interdisciplinary arts practice

Workshop facilitation

Community engagement

Lesson plan design

Public speaking

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Education in arts or related field

Tools

Zoom

Asana

Slack

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Teaching Artists play an important role in SAM’s mission to create experiences that connect art to life. In this role you will support the execution of inclusive and engaging art experiences through thematic, interactive, hands‑on workshops, and art‑making experiences for a variety of age groups across all three of SAM's sites.

ABOUT SAM

As SAM heads into its second century, we are boldly reimagining what we can and should be. Our goal is to be a model for the future of museums - a bold, dynamic hub of creativity, belonging, and cultural leadership, shaping the future of art and community. Embracing new ways of engaging communities and seeking innovative partnerships - all while keeping art and community at the center of what we do. This ambitious effort represents a transformative shift and radically redefining how art museums operate. This is a pivotal moment for SAM, and we are seeking great talent to join us on our journey. Working at SAM is not just a job—it's a chance to be part of a vibrant, creative community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• In collaboration with division staff, create arts-integrated lessons and activities, as needed curriculum may require alignment with learning standards, exhibition or collection themes, and internal rubrics for lesson development
• Facilitate art activities, resources, and schedule for multigenerational audiences
• Provide instruction to supporting art studio volunteers as needed
• Create displays, demos, and visual aids to support designed art activity
• Develop and submit written lesson plans and materials lists for each art project to coordinator by established deadlines
• Explain and demonstrate artistic techniques that engage program participants
• Attend scheduled on-site planning meetings and trainings
• Assist with set‑up and breakdown for each event, arriving on-site with ample preparation time prior to program start, remain after program end time
• Track schedules, assignments, and operational changes via shared calendars and databases, communicating with division staff through electronic and in‑person channels throughout
• Maintain a welcoming environment and implement practices of equity and inclusion when engaging with volunteers, staff, and program participants
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of these experiences

WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications

• Combination of education and experience with interdisciplinary arts practice in educational or communal settings
• One year of experience in workshop facilitation, community engagement in multigeneration settings, lesson plan design, and public speaking preferred
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with diverse communities and groups
• Must be on time, dependable
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff and the public
• Successfully complete self‑directed work and work as part of a team
• Professional verbal and written communication, with an ability to tailor communications according to audience
• Exercise discretion in maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Asana, Slack and internet‑based research
• Ability to pass and maintain security background check clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise and knowledge of learning theories
• Experience in a museum or similar environment

FLSA Status: On‑Call, Non‑Exempt

Reports To: Senior Manager of School & Educator Programs, Senior Manager of Teen & Family Programs, Associate Director of Public Engagement

Work Location: Onsite, Seattle Downtown, Volunteer Park, and Olympic Sculpture Park

Work Schedule: The schedule for this is role is variable and work may take place during business hours, evenings, and weekends as directed by your supervisor.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Work areas are primarily inside, in a climate‑controlled environment with moderate background noise. Workspaces may include outdoor areas.
• Approximately 30% of time is spent stationary while working at a desk. Balance of time (approximately 70%) is spent moving around the work area. Occasional extended periods of standing may be required when assisting at Museum events.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication in English with trustees, the public, and co‑workers is necessary.
• Ability to effectively use a computer screen and interpret printed materials, memos and other appropriate paperwork.
• Ability to effectively and regularly operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other office productivity machinery, such as copy machines and printers, and ability to inspect, prepare and use paperwork, files, equipment, and supplies is necessary.
• Ability to transport up to twenty (20) pounds of equipment and supplies.

BENEFITS

On‑CallSAM Staffhaveaccess toan onsitefitness facilityand SAM’s museum library,can access a no-cost Employee Assistance Program resource, enjoya 20% discount at theSAM Museum Shop anda 15% discount at SAM’sMARKET cafe,receive2 SAM guest passes per quarter worked,have a Tier III membership to the American Alliance of Museums,can access 8 Home Free Guarantee cab rides homeperyear,andaccrue paid sick leave at a rate of .0385 per hour worked.

ACCOMODATION

The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for all employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of this position. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please [e-mail]. For candidates, we ask that, if possible, you wait until you're invited to a screen, online technical assessment or interview before requesting an accommodation.

SAM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming workplace for all employees and volunteers. Guided by our mission to connect art to life and engage diverse communities, we strive to create a sense of belonging for all of the communities we serve. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military status, or any other protected characteristic.