Overview
Application Deadline: February 23, 2024
This program is a challenging ten-month journey for highly motivated recent graduates. It starts with a six-week intensive training, providing essential skills for Guided Gallery Visits. Fellows then gain hands-on experience in designing and teaching diverse educational programs. A key component is completing a Teaching Research Project, combining theory and practice.
Ideal Candidates
Candidates should be passionate about art, education, and museums. They must be committed to engaging diverse audiences, teaching with art objects, and aligning with the Brooklyn Museum’s mission. Prior experience in teaching or program development is essential.
Fellowship Details
- Salary: $27/hour, totaling $39,690 over ten months, plus benefits
- Duration: September 3, 2024 – June 20, 2025
- Work Hours: Initially Monday-Friday, 10 am-6 pm; changes to 9:30 am-5:30 pm post-training
- Eligibility: Recent graduates or individuals with equivalent experience in arts, humanities, or related fields. Candidates from diverse academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Fellowship Requirements
- Participate in a six-week training program
- Design and teach up to six 75-minute Guided Gallery Visits weekly
- Conduct original qualitative research and complete a research project by June 2025
- Develop a professional teaching portfolio
General Qualifications for Fellows
- Experience in teaching or programming
- Interest in educating various age groups, including K-12 students
- Familiarity with art-making and art discussion
- Dedication to diversity and equity
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Effective time management skills
- Physical ability to move around the museum and interact with children
Specific Fellowship Positions
- School & School Programs Education Fellow
- Lead in-gallery lessons
- Support School Partnerships program
- Additional qualifications: Experience in art education, K-12 teaching, and familiarity with various art theories
- School & Family and Community Programs Education Fellow
- Lead in-gallery lessons
- Support Family and Community Programs
- Additional qualifications: Experience in early childhood art education and various art mediums
- School & Public Programs Education Fellow
- Lead in-gallery lessons
- Support Public Programs department
- Additional qualifications: Knowledge of cultural trends, experience in museum education
- School & Teen Programs Education Fellow
- Lead in-gallery lessons
- Support Teen Programs
- Additional qualifications: Experience in teaching teens, event planning, and social media
Contact Information
For further details, visit our FAQ or email bkm.fellowship@brooklynmuseum.org.
