The Triton Museum of Art
Art Educator Position
Available ASAP

The Triton Museum of Art exists both to embrace and expand the lives of the
people of the Santa Clara County and the Greater Bay Area through a program
of art, education and community  involvement.

Position Description
The ArtReach program, established in 1981, provides long-term, hands-on art
instruction in 37 schools and hospitals in Santa Clara County.  Each ArtReach
educator is assigned to a specific school, and therefore develops a strong
relationship with the principal, faculty and students of that school.

Responsibilities
Develop, prepare and implement art lessons for elementary school students in
the classroom based on the national and state visual arts frameworks.
Lessons introduce students to a variety of media, techniques and cultures,
while promoting visual literacy, creativity and personal expression.

Qualifications
  BA in art, art history, art education or related field
  Minimum CA State Substitute Credential Required
  Solid teaching experience with K-5 grade levels
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  Working knowledge of child development
  Proficiency with curriculum and lesson planning
  Strong classroom management skills essential

Schedule
Varies according to contract with client-school.
Monday-Friday, 18-25 hours/week.

Compensation
$20.00/hour to start + paid prep time and monthly staff development workshops

To Apply
Send cover letter, resume and 5 references to:
Stacy Rodenberger, Director of Education
Triton Museum of Art
1505 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA  95050
Telephone   408-247-3754, ext. 14
Fax         408-247-3796
E-mail      [log in to unmask]
Internet        www.tritonmuseum.org

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