Associate Educator, Courses and Seminars. MoMA, NY
Associate Educator, Courses and Seminars – Education, Adult and Academic Programs
Implements and oversees MoMA’s gallery lecture program, assists with coordination of all aspects of MoMA Courses, and manages educational programming for 12-Month Internship Program. Develops interpretive seminars, courses, and workshops for freelancers and public. Maintains master knowledge of MoMA’s history and collection in order to teach from the collection and model excellent teaching practice for others. Gives Gallery Conversations. Liaises with Community and Access Programs and Group Services in recruitment and evaluation of over 40 contract Lecturers; develops and leads ongoing training; serves as point of contact for all Lecturer issues, maintains volunteer relations, and oversees scheduling of Gallery Talk Monthly Schedule. Handles contracts, payments, and expenses for Lecturers and other costs connected to the Gallery Lecturer program. Works with Assistant Director, Academic Programs on developing the content of MoMA Courses. Oversees implementation of all evening courses at the Museum. Interfaces directly with prospective students for courses. In consultation with Assistant Director, Adult Programs and Assistant Director, Academic Programs, develops and leads gallery talk training for 12-month interns, contract lecturers, and curatorial and education staff. Develops and implements an innovative education program that introduces 12-month interns to Museum practice and theory. In consultation with Assistant Directors and Director, Adult and Academic Programs, manages, implements, and organizes participatory gallery programs. Provides support for MoMA Courses and Public Programs cross-departmentally. Reports to Assistant Director, Adult Programs and Assistant Director, Academic Programs.
Requirements:
MFA or MA in Art Education, Studio Art, or Art History and minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in museum education, preferably in the adult programs area or equivalent. Knowledge of modern and contemporary art. Minimum 3 years’ teaching experience in museums. Knowledge of lecturing in galleries required. Experience evaluating instructors. Experience developing and implementing public programs in museum galleries and auditorium-based programs. Excellent management and diplomacy skills. Strong experience in program administration. Excellent organizational and program management skills including: keen attention to time-sensitive tasks, details, and follow-up; ability to multi-task on several detailed projects simultaneously. Public speaking experience. Excellent writing skills. Fluency in a foreign language preferred.
How to Apply
f you would like to submit your resume and cover letter for consideration, please choose one of the following options:
By e-mail: jobs@moma.org (most preferred option)
By fax: (212) 333-1107
By mail: The Museum of Modern Art
The Department of Human Resources
11 West 53 Street
New York, NY 10019
Please be advised that due to the high volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those candidates whose skills and background best fit the needs of the open positions. Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at The Museum of Modern Art.
The Museum of Modern Art is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.
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