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ArtWorks hires emerging and professional artists and art educators to work as Teaching Staff on public art projects during its Summer and After-School Programs.  Teaching Staff are employed to mentor and manage dedicated groups of 14-21 year-old Apprentice Artists to produce high-quality works of art.  ArtWorks projects are public and most are in the visual arts.  Projects change every summer and are sometimes available in the literary or performing arts.

ArtWorks’ Programs emphasize team-teaching. The ratio of Professional Artists to Apprentices Artists is small, typically 1:4 for hands-on learning. As in traditional apprenticeships, Professional Artists lead the project design and are greatly involved in the artistic outcome so that Apprentices learn specific skills and techniques. Each project will have a Project Manager and a support staff made up of Teaching Artists.  Each member of the teaching team is required to lead by example and model professionalism to the teen/student Apprentices through conduct, attitude, attendance and punctuality and to perform all assigned tasks with integrity and a positive work ethic. For more information see detailed job descriptions and responsibilities below.

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Project Manager
Teaching Artist

How to Apply

1.  Fill out an application HERE.  (If you cannot access the application, call 513.333.0388.)

2.  Fill out the application completely; complete everything in the Application Checklist.

3.  Project Manager applications are due by Friday, February 10, 2012. Teaching Artist applications are due by Friday, March 30, 2012.

4.  Teaching Staff interviews will take place in April 2012

5.  Teaching Staff applicants are notified of acceptance by mail by the end of May.  (No calls, please.)

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Summer Program Work Schedule
Summer Project schedules vary in length and range from 4 – 9 weeks.  In 2012, summer project schedules will vary in length and range from four to nine weeks between June 11 - August 10, 2012. Work weeks are Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Work hours average 30 hours/week, including weekly team meetings and adequate time for preparation and clean-up.  In addition, each year there are pre-Program time commitments including orientations for all hired staff, teaching team planning meetings, First Aid training and workshops.  If hired, your particular schedule will be clearly defined in your hire letter and contract.

Teaching Staff interviews take place in April and applicants are notified of acceptance by the end of May.

After-School Program Work Schedule
After-School work schedules vary based on the project.  Usual hours are one weekend day and 1 – 2 weekday afternoons, after school hours. 

ArtWorks Teaching Staff Job Descriptions
Teaching Staff positions will be available in a variety of artistic disciplines, primarily in the visual arts. Project mediums and the number of available positions change every year and are specified in the Teaching Staff application.

For the 2012 Summer Program, ArtWorks has 30 - 40 positions available for the 2012 Summer Program. Available positions are primarily for painters. Only artists with work in relevant mediums need apply.

Each project varies in size and will have a Project Manager and a support staff made up of Teaching Artists. Below are expectations and responsibilities for each position.

PROJECT MANAGER

A Project Manager takes responsibility for the success of the project’s structure, process, budget and outcomes.  A Project Manager most often leads the design of the final project, working collaboratively with community members and clients.  This position is supported by ArtWorks Program Staff and additional teaching staff.  The Project Manager reports to ArtWorks Program Staff.

Time Commitment:  Pre-Program:  planning and design meetings with ArtWorks Program Staff and partner community/organization, orientations, planning meeting with teaching staff, First Aid training, Project Manager workshop, preparing Weekly Schedule and material and supply budget for project.  During Program:  approximately 30 hours/week, daily planning, procuring materials and supplies, regular meetings after Apprentice workday:  with Teaching Staff and with ArtWorks Program Staff.  Project Managers are required to work as long as necessary to bring the project to successful completion with a high-quality result.

Qualifications:  BFA; graduate degree or commensurate experience in the arts and education

Responsibilities:
-  Lead by example and model professionalism to apprentices through your conduct, attitude, attendance, and punctuality
-  Ensure excellent results both in project outcome quality and Apprentice experience
-  Manage teaching staff and Apprentices
-  Develop daily curriculum and weekly plan prior to the beginning of program
-  Develop and manage a material and supply budget
-  Procure supplies as often as needed
-  Ensure all expenses stay within approved budget
-  Enforce ArtWorks policies and rules in a fair, impartial manner
-  Turn in all required time sheets, program evaluations, etc. in a timely manner
-  Keep ArtWorks Program Staff informed daily regarding attendance, behavior issues, or any project needs
-  Demonstrate technical skills and work with Apprentices one on one and in large groups
-  Delegate responsibilities to Teaching Artists
-  Attend all staff meetings, including those prior to beginning of program
-  Communicate important information to Teaching Staff; Run weekly staff meetings for your project
-  Work as long as is necessary to bring project to completion
-  Perform all assigned tasks with integrity and positive work ethic

Stipend: Based on length of project and experience:  $2,500 – $6,000

TEACHING ARTIST

A Teaching Artist works in a close supportive role to the Project Manager and helps guide the group towards completion of the project.  A Teaching Artist offers expertise and/or skill in a specific area of the project.  Teaching Artists often take on management of small groups, and sometimes large-group management.

Time Commitment:  Pre-Program:  orientation and planning meeting with teaching team.  During Program:  approximately 30 hours/week, including weekly team meetings and adequate time for preparation and clean-up.

Qualifications:  BFA or commensurate experience; some graduate work and teaching experience preferred

Responsibilities:
- Lead by example and model professionalism to apprentices  through your conduct, attitude, attendance, and punctuality
- Help complete your project goals, achieving excellent results both in artwork quality and Apprentice experience
- Work with other teaching staff in all areas of planning, including a mandatory staff orientation and a pre-program project meeting
- Attend a weekly project meeting
- Work with other staff to maintain clean workspace and equipment, as well as help conduct final cleanup and inventory all supplies
- Share technical and professional skills with Apprentices
- Lead small groups of Apprentices in execution of project
- Enforce ArtWorks policies and rules in a fair, impartial manner 
- Document Apprentice attendance and disciplinary issues, as directed by Project Manager
- Perform other duties as directed by Project Manager
- Perform all assigned tasks with integrity and positive work ethic

Stipend: Based on length of project and experience:  $1,350 – $4,050