Art Education Coordinator

The Art Education Coordinator manages the day-to-day operations of the Family Art Project (FAP), a year-round weekend program that uses a drop-in format to immerse families in the experience of Wave Hill’s gardens, grounds and art exhibitions, using hands-on, nature-based art activities that encourage creativity and imagination. This program runs year-round, with a drop-in format each weekend.

The Coordinator supervises staff, guest artists and volunteers, and manages the Arts, Community and Environmental Stewards (ACES) program, a year-round paid internship program for young people. The Coordinator leads recruitment, training and mentorship for the program with support from Education staff. In addition, the Coordinator works closely with the Senior Education Programs Manager to provide creative, pedagogical input and assistance on a variety of interdepartmental programs as needed.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Develops pedagogically appropriate seasonal project lesson plans highlighting new or previously presented themes to promote multicultural perspectives, and the importance of upcycling materials to reduce waste
• Preparing art project demonstrations/samples and signage with assistance from FAP staff and interns
• Managing work schedules, tracking staff and intern hours, and coordinating submission of timesheets
• Purchasing, organizing, and maintaining supplies and materials
• Developing seasonal copy and editing web content, and working with Marketing on outreach efforts
• Maintaining program records including staff and supply budgets, contact lists, and attendance statistics
• Assisting with the preparation of proposals, reports, evaluations, and other documents

Requirements

In addition to teaching and administrative duties, requirements include:

• Degree in art, education, art education or related field; advanced degree preferred
• Excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills
• A minimum of 2-3 years relevant experience teaching intergenerational groups in an informal setting
• Experience training and mentoring youth interns
• Background in art education or related field, and knowledgeable about gardens and nature
• Strong interest in Wave Hill’s education programs and mission
• Cultural competency in working with diverse and local Bronx communities
• Computer skills that include remote platforms and Microsoft office
• Proficiency in Spanish a plus

Schedule & Salary

This is a full-time position reporting to the Senior Education Programs Manager. Must be available to work Saturday and Sunday and occasional evenings required. Salary is $42,000, plus benefits including: medical, dental, vision insurance; paid time off; 401k, pension plan and life insurance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Wave Hill

Wave Hill is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Wave Hill is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact humanresources@wavehill.org.