School Programs Teaching Artist

The Brooklyn Museum is a world-renowned cultural institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing art, history, and heritage. Our mission is to bring people together through art and experiences that inspire celebration, compassion, courage, and the will to act. We are committed to creating and cultivating a community of talented, passionate people who are inspired to make the Museum an important hub of community activity and a great global destination.

About the Role

The School Programs Department fosters critical thinking skills and builds paths to creating empathetic communities that enhance learners’ understanding of themselves, others, and the world. Teaching Artists plan and lead object-based lessons for K-12 students, drawing on best practices in gallery teaching to support students in making curricular connections through close looking, guided inquiry, and multimodal engagement. Lessons primarily take place at the museum from Wednesday through Friday, with occasional virtual or in-school programming on other days. Schedules are determined based on Teaching Artists’ availability and school schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop, teach, and document inquiry-based lessons for K-12 audiences that engage students in critical thinking and exploration of permanent collections and special exhibitions in the museum and/or classroom.
• Submit all lesson plans, completed assessment tools, and other forms of documentation to School Programs staff after each lesson or partnership.
• Commit to deadlines regarding first drafts and final drafts of lesson plans as determined with School Programs staff and classroom teachers.
• Adhere to Museum protocols including but not limited to exhibition logistics and restrictions, interactions with school groups, administrative deadlines, lesson planning meetings, and feedback and review.
• Uphold the Brooklyn Museum’s commitment to equity and inclusion through culturally responsive and socially just engagement with our diverse audiences and staff.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience designing and implementing object-based lessons for K-12 audiences in museums, schools, and/or virtually.
• Knowledge of best practices in gallery teaching, including inquiry-based learning, youth development, and/or arts integration strategies.
• BA or BFA in education, art, art history, history, literature, museum education, or related field.
• Familiarity with New York City Department of Education learning standards.
• Ability to commit at least 2 hours of teaching Monday-Friday each week from mid-October through June.
• Preference of teaching times will be given to educators who can commit to consistent weekly time slots.
• Demonstrated reliability and responsiveness in all email, phone, and in-person communication and administrative duties.
• Ability to meet deadlines related to lesson planning, feedback, and other pedagogical responsibilities.
• Fluency in Arabic, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, and/or Spanish is highly sought.

Pay

$55.17/hour for teaching; $22.06/hour for planning time and training.

Schedule

Select hours Tuesday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with most sessions scheduled Wednesday through Friday during open hours.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan and Pension Plan
• Generous paid time off, including annual vacation leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) & Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for eligible pre-tax health care, dependent care, and commuter expenses
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free admission to various NYC museums and cultural institutions
• Early access to Museum exhibitions
• Invitations to staff-only programs, tours, and on-site engagement events
• Opportunities to participate in community initiatives and Museum programs
• 40% discount for staff in Museum shops
• 20% discount at Museum café

All positions are based in Brooklyn, New York, with some eligible for a hybrid work schedule (three days on-site / two days remote).