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FULL-TIME OPENING POSITIONS

Position: Education Director​

Full-time

Salary: Starting at $29,000

 

WaterWorks Art Museum in Miles City, MT is seeking a motivated and artistically-inclined individual to spearhead our Education and Outreach program. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, keeps organized work habits, and is comfortable with driving regularly to Southeast Montana rural schools. They will be excited to work with WAM’s staff, board, and volunteers on fulfilling the museum’s mission.

 

This position provides opportunities for creative approaches to art education, outreach, and community programming. The Education Director is encouraged to explore their own ideas and vision for the program under the supervision and approval of the Executive Director.   

 

Responsibilities:

PRIMARY:

  • Run WAM’s outreach program to area schools and communities during school year:

    • Organize, schedule and instruct multi-media art classes for students of all ages and abilities

    • Use WAM art van to visit schools and teach prepared classes[1]

  • Organize and teach KIDZ CREATE summer art program

  • Keep workshop areas stocked, organized and scheduled to avoid conflicts

  • Work with ceramics teachers to oversee loading/unloading and firing of kilns

  • Report to the Executive Director regarding education programs and staffing

 

SECONDARY:

  • Work with Director on additional instructors as needed for in-house adult classes

  • Monitor Wednesday night open studio

  • Assist with operations of the Art Center as needed by Admin. Assistant and Exec. Director (show hanging, artwork inventory, social media, etc.)

 

Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field (or comparable experience in teaching/art education)

 

Additional Requirements:

  • Ceramics experience preferred but not required

  • Comfortable working with computers and standard programs

  • Willingness to learn new skills as needed

 

[1] Must have/maintain a valid driver’s license and background security check

HOW TO APPLY:

Send resume and completed application to ccartc@midrivers.com or drop off at WAM during regular museum hours.

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