Art Instructor

General Art Instructor

The Elmhurst Art Museum seeks teaching artists or art educators for part-time instruction in our exciting youth and adult studio classes. This is a terrific opportunity for dynamic, high-energy applicants who are experienced in art education, visual art, or museum education. This position is contract-based with an hourly rate commensurate with experience. We currently have openings for Drawing, Pottery, Painting, Cartooning, and Printmaking with both kids/teens/adults. In your application, please specify which course you would be interested in teaching and/or provide us with details of your content area.

About EAM:
The Elmhurst Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer. Located 25 minutes from downtown Chicago by car or train, the Elmhurst Art Museum features rotating contemporary art exhibitions, a rare single-family home designed by Mies van der Rohe, and frequent educational programs. It is a destination for school groups, families, and others interested in enriching their lives through art and design.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in visual arts, art education, museum education, or related field
• Prior experience working with children/teens/adults in formal or informal educational settings
• Class availability Fall 2022: August 22-October 16, 2022
  • Each session offered this fall is 8 weeks.
• Winter camp availability: December 26-30, 2022
  • Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm
• Knowledge of multiple two-dimensional and three-dimensional art mediums and general studio practices
• Knowledge of content-specific techniques and general studio practices
• A prompt and professional manner
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Hired instructors are subject to background checks prior to the start of a session

Duties:

• Provides instruction and prepares lesson plans that align with the Education Department’s curriculum initiatives.
• Develop age-appropriate visual arts curriculum
• Facilitate hands-on instruction which engages participants with fun and creative projects from a variety of mediums
• Prepare and organize art materials
• Display a positive and respectful attitude while acting as a role model
• Interact with students and staff in a professional and courteous manner
• Communicate effectively and show integrity as a museum representative
• Follow procedures and expectations as outlines by the Manager of Education and EAM Staff
• Maintaining a positive and safe environment
• Other duties as assigned

Compensation:

This position is contract-based with an hourly rate commensurate with experience. Average range: $18-$25/hour.

Contact:

To apply, please email the following to education@elmhurstartmuseum.org by 08/05/2022:

1). A brief cover letter - specifying your content area + preferred age group (kids, teens, adults)

2). Resume/CV

3). 2 to 3 examples of relevant artwork and/or lesson plans in jpeg or pdf format