Camp Teaching Artist; Temporary​/Seasonal​/Onsite

Description

This one or two week (elective), full-time position is expected to work approximately 40 hours per week, including preparatory work for curriculum development ahead of the camp session. This is an evergreen job posting that remains open to support Camp MASS MoCA in the summer. At times applications may not be reviewed for several weeks. Upon applying your application is added to a general hiring pool, we hire on a seasonal basis.

Camp MASS MoCA teaching artists work from 8am–4pm (Camp sessions run Monday–Friday, 9am–3pm.) Camp MASS MoCA is held in August, and camp weeks depend on regional school start dates year to year.

The Camp MAS MoCA Teaching Artist develops and facilitates museum experiences and art making opportunities for students grades 2–5 and/or grades 6–9 (during middle school camp sessions.) Goals include building confidence in looking at contemporary art, providing tools for engaging with a wide range of visual art and media, and forging connections between campers, the works of art on view, the history of art, and the artists and programmers who make MASS MoCA’s exhibitions come to life.

This position requires the ability to work a full week during camp and time spent developing a curriculum based on exhibitions on view at MASS MoCA. Teaching Artists are required to work with our Teen Activator cohort (camp counselors) and a possible Camp Teaching Assistant to provide assistance on set up, break down, organization, schedule adherence, etc, of art making workshops and programs during camp hours.

Teaching Artist duos are encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Camp Teaching Artists lead a variety of museum-wide workshops for school-age campers which include interactive discussions and hands-on art-making activities.
• Research and develop camp curriculum of your choosing, based on themes from an exhibition on-view, with consultation and advice from Public Programs Staff.
• Work closely with Teen Activators (camp counselors) and Teaching Assistant to delegate responsibilities based on Public Programs standard of camp organization and execution.
• Participation in preliminary meetings and training sessions
• Adhere to Massachusetts camp regulations (information session provided by Public Programs) and provide necessary response for first aid and camper access needs.
• Adhere and activate to MASS MoCA’s statement of equity through plurality and Commitment to Community Values, People, and Place.
• This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the role and the work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. The Camp Teaching Artist may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

Requirements and Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in education, art administration, art history, or the performing arts.
• Provide background check materials including Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI). Employment is contingent upon successful background check.
• Exemplify experience having a self sustained art practice that is translated to camper workshops.
• Experience working with children in an intensive camp setting is preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates that are local to the Berkshires, providing opportunities for local artists in the region. (Not a requirement to apply.)
• Experience teaching within museum settings and/or fluency in Spanish is a plus.
• The candidate should be skilled as an effective communicator and have strong writing skills, and the ability to articulate the program to young children.
• Able to work independently and as a team player
• Committed to DEAI (diversity, equity, accessibility, inclusion) work and fostering a sense of belonging, dignity, and justice for all visitors.
• Enthusiasm for and experience working with people in an educational or customer service environment.
• Ideally, has an outgoing, positive personality with a knack for connecting with people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.

Work

Conditions:

• The workday is split between indoors and outdoor activities. Teaching…