Job Description
Job Title
Curator of Education
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Office Of University Art Collects & Exhibits
Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,916.67 monthly
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
A Glimpse of the Job
Under the direction and supervision of the collection curators, the Education Curator is responsible for coordinating and administering dynamic, educational programs to reach diverse audiences and enhance the mission of UART both on campus and in the surrounding community. This position will plan, implement, and manage education/outreach activities for the University Art Galleries (UART) at Texas A&M in College Station.
Essential Duties/Tasks
Exhibit Management and Educational Programming:
Collaborates with staff to ensure that permanent and temporary exhibits have age-appropriate, inquiry-based, interactive elements to enhance the visitor experience in the Stark and Forsyth Galleries. This role provides expert advice and directs the implementation of educational exhibit components.
Schedules group tours, classes, and workshops for Texas A&M students and faculty, local schools, and other organizations.
Works closely with University staff to create, administrate, and promote educational and outreach programs to community groups.
Develop a program evaluation process to the assess the quality and impact of all programs.
Works with other departments at Texas A&M to ensure educational access to students, faculty, and staff.
Maintains all program-related equipment, supplies and educational materials.
Assists in site marketing efforts by creating advertisements, print materials, and website/social media posts to promote programs and special events.
Helps curators to write and edit exhibit text and otherwise curate temporary exhibitions, permanent exhibits, and signage for the University Art Galleries.
Other duties as assigned.
Programming Responsibilities:
Develops and maintains positive relationships with the community, including students and teachers, Bryan/College Station community groups, donors and potential donors, and colleagues in the field of arts education.
Maintains necessary documentation of program participation and demographic data as needed for reporting requirements.
Works with local media including print, radio, and TV to actively promote participation in educational programming.
Train and supervise student employees for relevant tasks.
Maintain current knowledge of best practices in museum education.
Possesses basic knowledge about the TEKS — Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills — state standards, in relation to the UART.
Administrative Responsibilities:
Regularly reports program activities and accomplishments to leadership.
Works with Museum Director and other staff to design, update, and implement departmental policies and procedures.
Assists in preparing the annual budget for interpretive and educational initiatives and programs and monitoring of related expenses.
Attends staff and programming meetings.
What you need to know
Salary: $47,000 annually
Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in education, art history, museum studies, or closely related field.
Two years of work experience in at least two of the following areas: (1) cultural resource interpretation at a historic site, museum, or similar facility; (2) researching, developing, and implementing public interpretive programs or events; (3) education in the arts at a secondary school or art enrichment program (4) demonstrated experience in outreach and/or community engagement.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in art education, art history, museum studies, community/public development, or closely related field.
Certification in interpretive techniques from a nationally recognized institution.
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
Knowledge of photo editing software such as Photoshop or Canva.
Ability to learn and use institutional software.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Other Requirements and Factors
This position is security sensitive
This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures
All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements
Why Texas A&M University?
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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