Art Instructor

Honolulu Museum of Art

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Under the general direction of Outreach and Public Programs Managers, Art Instructors lead art making activities to groups of all ages in classes, workshops, and special events for a wide range of Learning and Engagement programs that take place at any of the three Honolulu Museum of Art (HoMA) venues and across the island of Oahu.

Responsibilities
  • Work closely with HoMA Learning and Engagement staff to develop curriculum for the museum’s art-making programs.

  • Work with Outreach, Public Programs managers, and DOE teachers to plan and implement programs.

  • Gather and prepare all supplies necessary for each program.

  • Responsible for arriving on site with all necessary supplies in a timely manner.

  • Communicate with program manager regarding any needs for individual programs.

  • Work with school site teachers to plan and organize final exhibition of artwork; responsible for both installing and deinstalling exhibition at site.

  • Attend all professional development workshops.

  • Document progress of programming, photos, data, and evaluations.

Traits and characteristics:

Must be bright, diplomatic, analytical, of the highest integrity, and possess sound judgement and a sense of humor and humility.

Working Conditions and Atmosphere:

The Art Instructor works with minimum supervision. Work will often be performed with short deadlines and situations sensitive to the Museum. Regular office hours are required. Due to the nature of the responsibilities, evening and weekend work is sometimes required, and at times may be on an emergency basis.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Studio Arts or Art Education and 1 year teaching experience in related field.

  • Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills, including the ability to speak to large groups.

  • Ability to work effectively with staff, volunteers, children, teachers, and members of the public.

  • Highly organized, tactful, and flexible.

  • Has access to independent transportation in order to travel around Oahu.

  • Understanding of Honolulu Museum of Art’s established identity and dedication to advancing it.

  • Intelligent self-starter who is committed to the museum’s mission.

  • The traits of honesty, integrity, enthusiasm, and perspective; a very strong work ethic, supported by commitment and follow-through.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Studio Art or Art Education and 3 years teaching experience in related field.

Other Qualifications:

  • Adaptability

  • Business Acumen

  • Change Management

  • Effective Communicator

  • Cost Consciousness

  • Initiative and Judgment

  • Planning and Organizing

  • Professionalism

  • Problem Solver

  • Technology savvy

How to Apply

Interested applicants may apply directly online. No phone calls please.

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Posted on January 18