General Purpose: Teaching Artist for RCSD partnership program. Sets the tone, pace, and project scope of the art making portion of the program. Responsible for developing age-appropriate, hands-on projects that support or reflect the program curriculum and grade level. Responsible for project planning, demonstration, instruction, and the management and requesting of all art making supplies. Works professionally and
compatibly with all members of the team regarding classroom behavior management. Instructors use the resources of the Memorial Art Gallery (most notably access to permanent and travelling exhibitions) to engage, inspire and keep students learning. Responsibilites: Prepares and plans lessons to teach at the Memorial Art Gallery. Design course materials to fit the pace, goals, and skill level of the class. Plans
a schedule of instruction with goals consistent to the curriculum. Prepares in advance any materials students will need (i.e. material lists, handouts, audiovisual presentations). Maintains accurate records of projects and curriculum connections; submits attendance and other pertinent data. Evaluates student performance. Provides students with assistance, guidance, and encouragement. Demonstrates appropriate
knowledge of subject and medium. Adheres to all University of Rochester and Memorial Art Gallery policies. Supports students in meeting program goals by achieving increasing levels of demonstrated skill and individual creativity among students. Exposes students to the technical processes and language they may need to progress in any further study. Guides and directs the work of the Teaching Assistant to help manage
classroom behavior and achieve outlined program goals. Completes required trainings (either digitally or in person) on an annual basis. Other duties as assigned
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