Position Title: Education Assistant
Department: Education
Reports To: School Program Manager
Position Classification: Full-time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Work Location: Onsite at the Queens Museum
Work Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday (9:30 AM - 5:30 PM)
Salary Band: E3 - Assistant
Rate of Pay: $23.32 per hour ($45,000 Annually)
Management Classification: Non-Supervisory
About the Queens Museum
The Queens Museum is dedicated to presenting the highest quality visual arts and educational programming for people in the New York metropolitan area, and particularly for the residents of Queens, a uniquely diverse, ethnic, cultural, and international community.
The Museum fulfills its mission by designing and providing art exhibitions, public programs, and educational experiences that promote the appreciation and enjoyment of art, support the creative efforts of artists, and enhance the quality of life through interpreting, collecting, and exhibiting art, architecture, and design.
As part of the Queens Museum’s integrated program team, the Education Department plays a vital role in advancing the Museum’s mission. The Department offers a range of free and low-cost award-winning learning experiences that connect people, art, and culture. They take place at the Museum, online, and at community partner sites across the borough of Queens, one of the most linguistically and culturally diverse places in the United States. This community work includes developing and sustaining long-term partnerships with over 30 New York City public schools), various agencies, senior centers, adult rehabilitation centers, and much more.
Position Overview
The Education Assistant is part of a diverse team of highly motivated, creative, responsive, and reflective educators. The Education Assistant provides logistical and administrative support to the Education team to ensure the smooth coordination and running of the department office and all programs and other duties to ensure department needs are met.
This position offers significant opportunities for professional development and creative collaboration across the NYC arts and culture sector.
Essential Functions
Administrative Support
Enter data in the e-requisition system for purchases, tracking vendor payments
Assist with the management of studio workshop spaces
Assist Director of Education with Children’s Museum research and planning
Work with Education Managers to hire, contract, and schedule teaching artists.
Coordinate and support audience-based focus group meetings & surveys
Order and monitor supplies for the department
Order and schedule buses for residency-based field trips
Support with the maintenance of an inventory of workshop materials.
Assist in the documentation of learning experiences and programs (as needed)
Coordinate intern daily schedule (as needed)
Screen calls and handles general inquiries to the education department
Weekend Program Assistance
Maintain and organize art materials for art-making sessions at the museum
Prepare and clean up before and after each session
Compile lists of materials and assist Teaching Artists with generating digital lesson plans
Work closely with the Education Team and Teaching Artists to support in-person programs at the museum including ArtAccess, Family, QTI, and Adult weekends
Coordinate registration and attendance for onsite and online programs
Produce and record survey responses and evaluation
Provide general administrative support for the Education Department before and during programming
This list represents the essential functions of the role, this list does not constitute an exhaustive list of job functions
Competencies
Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and a creative approach to problem-solving
Thrives in culturally diverse settings
Displays a high level of support for colleagues, and build professional and respectful relationships with others
Adaptability and flexibility
Ability to work independently and as a team player in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks and adhering to deadlines
Proven experience organizing programs and project management organizational and project management skills
Proven ability to manage the time accordingly and meet project deadlines
Knowledge and appreciation of artwork preferred
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree art/museum education, or other related fields or its work experience equivalent
Prior experience working with the public in art or cultural setting and experience working with people with disabilities is preferred.
Availability to work Tuesday to Saturday, 9:30 am - 5:30 pm, and select weekends s to assist during programming
Excellent computer skills, and knowledge of database management, a plus
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Benefits
This is a full-time benefits-eligible position to participate in the following benefits:
Paid Time Off including Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Days
Paid Holidays & (4) Summer Fridays per year
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Retirement Benefits (401K savings plan, Pension plan, and Life Insurance policy)
Employee Assistance Program
Free affiliate admission to most American Museums
Hybrid Work Model
The QM team is currently practicing a hybrid work model, incorporating a blend of onsite and remote working. QM department heads require attendance onsite at the Museum 3 days per week, to participate in in-person meetings and project work.
How to Apply
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Applications are due at 11:59 EST on Friday, February 24, 2023
Please include:
A resume outlining your work experience
Cover letter describing your interest in this position
Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only complete applications including a cover letter will be considered for an interview. Late applications will not be considered for this position.
Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role
Interview Process
Introductory interview (Zoom): Week of February 28, 2023
Final interview (onsite at the QM): Week of February 28, 2023
Anticipated start of work: Week of March 6, 2023
Living Land Acknowledgment
The Queens Museum would like to acknowledge the past, present, and future generations of Matinecock, Canarsie, Lekawe (Rockaway), Munsee Lenape, and the interconnected Matouwac communities across the Greater Long Island region, as stewards of the land.
As both a museum of art and a historic site built on unceded Indigenous lands, the Queens Museum is committed to working towards a living land acknowledgment built on listening, collaboration, and action together with Indigenous communities. We recognize the ongoing impacts of the violent colonial displacement of Native people–as well as the displacement of animal relatives and the disruption of natural ecosystems–by the United States.
We invite our communities to join us in taking action now by devoting time to taking care of the land, whether this be cleaning up your local park or donating to an Indigenous-led advocacy group.
EEOC Statement
The Queens Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, familial status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, HIV status, arrest record, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
The highest priority of the Queens Museum is safeguarding the health and safety of its employees and communities. It is therefore the policy of the QM to require employees to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination as a measure of public safety. As such, proof of COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment of the Queens Museum. This job offer is conditional upon proof of COVID-19 vaccination, which is to be submitted to Human Resources prior to the start of work date stated on this letter. Requests for reasonable accommodations for persons who cannot show proof of vaccination because of disability, pregnancy, religious belief, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offenses or for medical, or other covered reasons will be considered in accordance with all applicable laws.
