Curator of Academic Programs

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we cannot respond to inquiries regarding the status of submitted applications. Applicants selected for interviews will be contacted using the email and/or phone information provided in the online application. For information regarding our general staff recruitment process, please  to visit our FAQs web page to see answers for frequently asked questions, including what to expect, timelines, requests for special accommodation, and interviews.

Claremont, CA

Curator of Academic Programs

• Department:
  Pitzer College Art Galleries
• Supervisor:
  Director of Curatorial Affairs and Pitzer College Art Galleries
• Last Updated: 2/17/2026

The Curator of Academic Programs plays a central role in advancing Pitzer College Art Galleries as a vital teaching, learning, and public engagement resource by translating exhibitions into meaningful educational experiences for students, faculty, and broader audiences. Reporting to the Director, this position serves as the primary liaison between the galleries and the campus community, strengthening connections between exhibitions and curriculum through faculty partnerships, class visits, and exhibition-based teaching resources.

Grounded in Pitzer’s core values—interdisciplinary learning, intercultural understanding, social responsibility, environmental sustainability, and student engagement—the person in this position develops inclusive programs that activate the galleries as a site for dialogue, critical inquiry, and creative exploration. In collaboration with the Director and campus partners, the Curator of Academic Programs designs and produces exhibition-aligned programs and events, supports faculty development, and oversees student employment and internships.

This position also assesses program impact, maintains records, contributes to grant narratives and reporting, and participates in strategic planning that advances teaching, learning, and student success.

• Partner with faculty across disciplines to integrate exhibitions into coursework and class assignments.
• Lead and co‑facilitate discussion‑based gallery sessions and class visits, including hosting tours for classes and external visitors.
• Develop teaching resources, including discussion guides, writing prompts, and other assignment frameworks.
• Plan and oversee faculty development initiatives, including curriculum development workshops and exhibition‑based pedagogical training.
• With the Director, conceptualize and design exhibition‑aligned programs, including workshops, lectures, panels, and participatory events that connect art to contemporary issues.
• Oversee all program coordination and production including timelines, logistics, speakers, catering, accessibility, and day‑of event execution.
• Coordinate co‑sponsored programs with campus, 7C, and external partners.
• In coordination with other gallery staff, oversee student employment and internships including recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, and supervision.
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities and support student‑led initiatives.
• Build programming that integrates visits and/or partnerships with K–12 schools, regional colleges and universities, educators, and community organizations.
• Track participation and impact, maintain records of teaching activities, class visits, and program attendance using quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Support the Director with grant writing, management, and reporting for galleries’ programming. Develop program narratives and impact documentation for stakeholders.
• Contribute to strategic planning with team, particularly regarding initiatives related to teaching, learning, and student success.
• Other duties as assigned.

The individual must possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position or be…