Art and Wellness Enterprises (AWE)

Seasonal Museum Educator, School Programs (Fall)

Bentonville, AR · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 31 days ago

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About the role

Seasonal 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.
Seasonal Museum Educators champion student-centered learning by delivering scalable, innovative educational content that broadens the museum's reach.
Educators position Crystal Bridges as a leader in arts-integrated education, ensuring teachers are equipped to inspire the next generation of learners.

Building meaningful relationships among students, teachers, and administrators to create exceptional and impactful experiences.
The role is instrumental in helping to drive leading-edge, object-focused, gallery-based instruction, making direct engagement with works of art central to transformative teaching practices.
The Educator will support the Walker School Visits program, Windgate School Partnerships program, the Creative Campus Experience, Virtual Experiences, in-classroom work and more.

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.

Ability to adapt and problem-solve in dynamic situations, demonstrating initiative and a collaborative mindset.
Fluency in additional languages is desirable but not required.
Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

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
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
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.
Preferred Education, Training & Traits:
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with a talent for public speaking and leading interactive sessions.

Collaborate in the planning, programming, and execution of school and teacher events, ensuring alignment with educational goals and participant needs.
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.
Crystal Bridges is a museum of American art located in Bentonville, Arkansas.
We explore the unfolding story of America by actively collecting, exhibiting, interpreting, and preserving outstanding works that illuminate the American heritage and artistic possibilities.
Founded by Alice Walton in 2005, the museum opened in 2011 and is a public, non-profit charitable organization with free admission.
The Momentary is a contemporary art space that opened to the public on February 22, 2020, in downtown Bentonville, Arkansas.
The Momentary is a venue for the music, art, and food of our time, and a catalyst for creativity and economic vitality.
An extension to Crystal Bridges, the Momentary is a 'living room' where community gathers to be inspired, connected, and joyful.

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

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