Munson Community Arts Instructor - Non-Credit, Part-Time
Community Arts Instructor @ Munson Community Arts
Job Description
Munson is continuously seeking applications for the instructor pool of potential part-time and one-time instructors to teach daytime and evening Studio Art classes and workshops. Specifically, artists who qualify to teach in the School of Art non-credit community arts program for kids, teens, and adults.
Ongoing areas of specialization that will be considered include Drawing, Painting, Jewelry, Ceramics, Fashion, Sculpture, Fine Craft, Graphic Design, Digital Media, Animation, Illustration, Art Appreciation, Portfolio Development and more. Artists that focus on teaching specific age groups are also welcome.
All applications will be reviewed and retained for potential opportunities. This position is a “pool” position meaning that openings may or may not be currently available. Munson Community Arts maintains a “pool” of applications for workshops or instructor positions which are needed on an ongoing basis. When a position becomes available, the director may immediately begin screening "pool" applications submitted here. Your instructor application will be kept current for a period of three years.
Teaching rate: $25.00 per teaching hour
Preferred One or More Qualifications:
- Professional practicing artist or designer
- Arts Education Degree (K-12)
- Bachelors of Fine Arts
- Masters of Fine Arts or equivalent experience
Required Materials Submitted Online:
- Contact Information
- Brief Letter of Interest (450 Word Limit)
- CV (PDF)
- 10 Images of personal Artwork or Projects
- (optional) 10 Images of Student Artwork
- (optional) Artists Website
Special Instructions to Applicants:
- References only needed upon request.
- Applications will only be accepted through our online application form (via Submittable.com).
- Please do not email or mail any materials.
- Questions? Please email hrjobs@munson.art
Munson is a community-centered, anti-racist organization where we foster diversity, equity, and inclusion through action. The Community Arts Education Instructor will model the values and culture of the organization to colleagues and the public by being welcoming, inclusive, and respectful and will value collaboration across the organization.
About Us
Founded in 1919, Munson-Williams-Proctor-Arts-Institute, and updated in 2023, Munson continues to evolve while maintaining traditions of fine art and culture. The Museum of Art features a renowned permanent collection, fascinating exhibitions, and education for all ages in an International-style gallery building designed by architect Philip Johnson and also in Fountain Elms, a Victorian-era Italianate mansion with galleries and period rooms.
The Performing Arts division presents world-famous soloists and ensembles, rising stars, recitals with commentary, cinema, family programs, outdoor festival concerts, special events, and educational activities.
The School of Art offers a large community arts program in art and the nationally accredited college art program affiliated with Pratt Institute of Art and Design. Pratt Munson is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Middle States Association, and the New York State Education Department. Pratt Munson students spend the first two years of their bachelor of fine arts degree program at our campus in Utica, New York before they complete their studies at Pratt's main campus in Brooklyn.