Art and Wellness Enterprises (AWE)

Museum Educator, School Programs

Bentonville, AR · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 15 days ago

CommunicationCollaborationPublic SpeakingOrganizational Skills

About the role

Museum Educators for School Programs play a pivotal part in inspiring students and educators through dynamic, interactive experiences in the museum galleries, school classrooms, and virtual spaces.
Educators position Crystal Bridges as a leader in arts-integrated education, ensuring teachers are equipped to inspire the next generation of learners.

Instructional Innovation: Continuously refine and innovate instructional practices to create impactful and learner-centered experiences.
Relationship-Building: Building meaningful relationships among students, teachers, and administrators to create exceptional and impactful experiences.
The Momentary enriches lives through music, art, and food experiences that inspire creativity, build community, and create joy.
Leverage digital tools, such as AI, to create engaging and accessible content.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Regularly, while performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to travel independently regionally and in communities served.
Visual acuity to review written materials is required for this job.
Some evening and weekend hours are required.
Proven ability to build relationships with educators, administrators, and community partners.

Educators will travel to schools primarily in the Northwest Arkansas area with the possibility that it could be beyond.
Bilingual in Spanish, Ebon (Marshallese), or ASL (American Sign Language) strongly preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in K-12 education, museum pedagogy, and arts-based learning.
Experience in designing and implementing innovative educational programs.
Preference given to those with teaching licensure.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in art education, art history, studio art, education, museum studies, or equivalent degree/experience required
Demonstrated knowledge of American art history required; knowledge of art, architecture, nature, and wellness is preferred
Minimum of three years' experience teaching a range of ages in school or community setting
Three years' experience in leading tours, facilitating programs, or public speaking.
Skills Needed:
Proficient in designing and facilitating interactive learning experiences, ensuring engagement, collaboration, and meaningful participation.
Expertise in museum education theory, STEAM learning strategies, and student-centered teaching practices
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with a talent for public speaking and leading interactive sessions.

Content Development: Under the supervision of the Manager of Museum Education, Manager of Curriculum and Instruction, and the Sr.
Director of Learning, design and write curriculum and interpretive materials for all K-12 initiatives, incorporating best practices in museum education and current trends in STEAM and arts integration.
Event Support: Collaborate in the planning, programming, and execution of school and teacher events, ensuring alignment with educational goals and participant needs.
Professional Development: Attend and actively engage in training sessions and cohort meetings to build skills, share insights, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning.

The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature.
Founded by philanthropist and arts patron Alice Walton, Crystal Bridges is a public non-profit charitable organization.
Founded by Alice Walton in 2005, the museum opened in 2011 and is a public, non-profit charitable organization with free admission.

Crystal Bridges is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind.

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