Manager of Arts Education

The Bronx River Art Center (BRAC) is a 37-year-old community-based multi-arts organization located in the heart of the Bronx in West Farms Square. BRAC offers four programs serving the vibrant, and underserved community in the south-central section of the Bronx and the larger cultural community of New York City:

• Free after-school education programs in the visual arts and fee-based art classes for youth, adults and families.
• A diverse series of contemporary art exhibitions in a storefront gallery.
• A studio program for professional artists.
• A multi-disciplinary performance program.

Given our proximity to the Bronx River—a unique natural resource that runs the length of the Bronx—our arts programming integrates environmental studies and urban design to promote awareness of environmental justice issues and a commitment to local community development.

BRAC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position will report directly to the Executive Director and will be responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining a multi-disciplinary art education program for youth and adults.

This is a full time position and candidates must be available to work Saturdays, our busiest program day. The Education manager supervises Education Assistants, teaching artists, interns, and volunteers. Some evenings are required for events and community meetings. Some travel within the Bronx and NYC is required.

Growth Opportunity: This role is designed to grow as our programs expand. We seek candidates who are eager to develop their careers in community-based environmental arts education, serving the communities of the Bronx, and take on more responsibilities over time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Administration + Management – 50%

• Oversee three programs: classes for youth (Mon-Sat), a career development program in design industries for teens and young adults, and evening adult classes.
• Oversee class registration, including recruitment and online systems.
• Maintain student data tracking systems.
• Develop interdisciplinary curriculum initiatives and expand programs.
• Recruit and supervise artist instructors, interns, and volunteers.
• Supervise classroom safety and comfort, overseeing the maintenance of equipment, including ceramic kilns, woodworking equipment (including a laser engraver), 3D printers, a computer lab, and photography equipment. Maintain supply stock.
• Supervise the training of teaching artists on environmentally-focused art projects.
• Maintain digital documentation of student work, activities, and special events.

Outreach and Partnership Building – 30%

• Establish partnerships with schools, CBOs, and other organizations to provide art programming at BRAC or at their sites.
• Manage tours with school groups and community-based organizations.
• Serve as a liaison to local politicians and the media.
• Ensure the education section of BRAC’s website is up-to-date.
• Coordinate a robust outreach process, including the development and dissemination of digital and print marketing materials.
• Facilitate BRAC participation in community events, such as street or river festivals.
• Coordinate four annual student exhibitions.

Grant writing + Management – 20%

• Collaborate on grant writing, management, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements and data management.

Other activities as directed by your supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor’s Degree, in visual arts, or arts administration. Five years of professional experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s Degree.
• In addition to the above, a minimum of four years of experience in arts-based youth and adult education.
• Excellent verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills, including the ability to meet deadlines.
• Resourceful, flexible, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, and digital art programs for Mac.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask across projects.
• Experience in arts-based nonprofit management or community development.
• An interest in the environmental arts and urban environmental issues

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Master's Degree in arts administration, visual art education. Two additional years of professional experience may be substituted for a Master’s Degree.
• Knowledge of Bronx cultural, community institutions and schools.
• Conversational fluency in Spanish.
• Familiarity with the NYC government agencies, particularly DOE, and NYC grant-making and reporting.