Seasonal Museum Educator, School Programs

BENTONVILLE, ARPosted a month ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

• Job overview

  The Seasonal Museum Educator, School Programs role at Crystal Bridges Museum involves inspiring K-12 students and educators through interactive art experiences in galleries, classrooms, and virtual settings, supporting innovative art-based learning initiatives.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The educator will plan and deliver art explorations primarily in galleries, collaborate on school and teacher events, engage in training, and build relationships with students and educators to enhance educational experiences.

• Compensation and benefits

  The position offers $25.00 per hour as compensation; no additional benefits or bonuses are specified in the description.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in relevant fields, knowledge of American art history, experience in educational program design, teaching, public speaking, and proficiency with virtual learning tools; teaching licensure is preferred.

• Career development

  The role provides opportunities to contribute to innovative educational programs and develop skills through training and cohort meetings, fostering continuous learning and professional growth.

• Work environment and culture

  The museum values inclusivity, diversity, and a collaborative learning culture, with work environments spanning galleries, classrooms, and outdoor trails, including some evening and weekend hours.

• Company information

  Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is a public non-profit founded by Alice Walton, dedicated to celebrating American art and culture in a natural setting.

• Team overview

  The educator reports to the Manager of Curriculum and Instruction, K-12 Students, working within the Learning and Engagement division focused on curriculum and instruction.

• Job location and travel

  Work occurs primarily in Northwest Arkansas schools, museum galleries, classrooms, and virtual platforms, with some travel required and occasional evening or weekend work.

• Application process

  Applicants must complete a confidentiality agreement and background check, provide work eligibility documentation, and comply with equal opportunity employment policies.

• Unique job features

  The job emphasizes student-centered, object-focused gallery instruction and innovative, arts-integrated education, offering a unique opportunity to impact art education through diverse teaching environments.

Company overview

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, located in Bentonville, Arkansas, is a renowned art museum founded by Alice Walton, an heir to the Walmart fortune, and opened in 2011. The museum showcases a diverse collection of American art spanning five centuries, including works by iconic artists such as Norman Rockwell, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Andy Warhol. Crystal Bridges generates revenue through a combination of endowments, donations, memberships, and special exhibitions. Notably, the museum's architecture, designed by Moshe Safdie, integrates seamlessly with the surrounding Ozark landscape, enhancing the visitor experience.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to highlight your experience with K-12 education, museum pedagogy, and arts-based learning, emphasizing your ability to deliver interactive, student-centered programs in gallery, classroom, and virtual settings.

• Showcase skills in building relationships with educators and administrators, as well as your experience designing innovative educational programs that align with curriculum goals and promote engagement.

• Apply through multiple channels including the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art’s official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility.

• Connect with current employees in the Learning and Engagement division on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent museum exhibitions, asking about the impact of arts-integrated education, or expressing enthusiasm for the museum’s mission to unite art and nature.

• Optimize your resume for ATS systems by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'museum educator,' 'K-12 education,' 'arts-based learning,' 'student-centered,' 'gallery instruction,' and 'virtual engagement,' ensuring your resume passes initial screenings.

• Use Jennie Johnson’s Power Apply feature to automate applying through multiple platforms, tailor your resume for ATS, and identify LinkedIn contacts to network with, allowing you to focus your time on preparing for interviews and refining your educational approach.