Teaching Artists, Family Programs and Initiatives – Independent Contractor
Museum of Modern Art
Position Description:
The Department of Learning and Engagement at The Museum of Modern Art seeks teaching artists to develop and deliver inquiry-based, in-person discursive art programs for family audiences.
Job Requirements & Responsibilities:
Scope of work:
– Plan thematic, developmentally appropriate art looking programs for families with children ages 4 to 14, in line with MoMA’s standards for Family Gallery Talks
– Facilitate group conversations and multi-modal activities in front of artworks; engaging both children and adults in the tour
– Welcome and greet visitors, providing information and assistance as needed
– Utilize and research MoMA’s collection and special exhibitions in service to program development
– Prepare resources and materials for program activities, and store and organize supplies after programs
– Attend planning meetings with MoMA staff, other teaching artists, and guest speaker
Candidate Qualifications:
Desired skills and qualifications:
– Experience teaching programs with clear learning objectives
– Skilled at leading open-ended, inquiry-based conversations
– Experience incorporating multi-modal activities to support discoveries about art
– Experience working with intergenerational audiences; skilled at engaging both children and adults, with art and with each other
– A strong knowledge of modern and contemporary art
– Proficiency to lead programs in languages other than English, in particular, Spanish or Mandarin
– Excellent verbal communication skills and poise, including experience in mediating and facilitating conversations with individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ages, abilities, and attitudes.
– Ability to maintain a high quality of customer service and professionalism
Position Type:
Independent Contractor
Union Status:
Contractor
FLSA Status:
Contractor
Salary or Compensation:
Project Fee: $400 for two tours on one date; $700 for four tours on two dates
Organization or Project Website:
moma.org
Application Info:
Please send cover letters and resumes with the header “Teaching Artists, Family Programs and Initiatives” to FamilyPrograms@MoMA.org.