Valley of the Moon Music Festival
Managing Director
The Valley of the Moon Music Festival (VMMF) is seeking a full-time Managing Director to support the operations of its annual summer festival in Sonoma, and to help VMMF realize its vision, fulfill its mission, and achieve its goals for artistic success, financial stability, and community engagement. The Festival is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a small year-round staff and additional seasonal staff. VMMF recently completed its 8th annual festival, expanding its programming and exceeding its ticket sales goal.
This new full-time position offers an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial minded professional to join a team of talented staff, artists, and board members, as we embark on planning for the 9th season and the 10-year anniversary in 2024.
Commitment:
This position is a permanent full-time job at approximately 40 hours per week, with additional hours leading up to and during the summer festival. Willingness to participate actively year-round in the Festival’s activities and events, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends, is very important. Ability to live and work in Sonoma from July 14-31, 2023 is required. Housing during that period will be provided if the candidate does not live in the Sonoma Valley. This position is remote and we have a preference for candidates from Northern CA.
Start date: Immediate need.
To apply, please send a cover letter detailing your interest in the position and a current resume as a single PDF to admin@valleyofthemoonmusicfestival.org with the subject line: Managing Director – YOUR LAST NAME
Managing Director responsibilities include:
General administration
· Manages all Festival production, ticketing, marketing and event timelines and works closely with the Artistic and Music Directors to adhere to deadlines
· Works with Music Director and Finance Committee to oversee the annual budget
· Oversees hiring of contract staff, contractors, and interns, and identifies the need for the above, in collaboration with the Directors
· Attends Board Committee meetings: taking notes, following up, and holding all timelines for committee action items.
· Ensures that all Festival materials and communications are in keeping with VMMF’s artistic vision and mission.
Development
· Works closely with the Board to set fundraising goals, and oversees progress toward these goals
· Identifies prospective new donors and grant opportunities to extend and expand the organization’s resources
· Manages all aspects of the year-end fundraising appeal and all other fundraising campaigns
· Secures all wine partners and food donations for the summer festival concerts and acts as day-of contact person for vendors
· Coordinates advertising and list exchanges with performing arts organizations
· Identifies new grant opportunities and manages the grant-writing process
· Manages the submission application for the annual grant from the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors
· Engages and motivates the staff in fundraising
· Manages gift processing and year-end appeal campaign in Little Green Light (LGL) donor database and generates tax acknowledgements
· Generates regular fundraising reports to the Directors, Board & Development Committee
· Manages Tix and MailChimp databases and periodically syncs patrons between them and LGL
Events
· Acts as principal event producer for all onsite and offsite events and concerts; works closely in coordination with the House Manager, Box Office Manager, Stage Manager, piano movers, photographer, and sound and recording engineers
· Coordinates at events and concerts with all vendors and suppliers
· Secures rental items for all events and all necessary permits and licenses including ABC licenses
· Manages Festival and other event volunteers.
Artist liaison
· Creates artist contracts in collaboration with Music Director
· Manages all housing arrangements in Sonoma for artists, staff, and other special guests, and facilitates communication between hosts and guests
· Drafts all informational materials to artists and Apprentices regarding housing, transportation, scheduling, etc.
· Acts as point-person during Festival for artists and apprentices logistical questions and issues
Marketing and community engagement
· Serves as a public representative for the Festival in Sonoma and elsewhere as appropriate; actively seeks partnerships and community collaboration
· Works with Festival Directors & Digital Marketing to coordinate audio and video promotions and materials
· Ensures that all Festival materials and communications are in keeping with VMMF’s artistic vision and mission
Administrative (with admin assistance as organized by Managing Director)
· Maintains organization of all Festival materials in Google Drive
· Maintains ticket sales database including producing periodic reports and managing pre-festival box office
· Collects, organizes & distributes assets for annual program book, website updates, and marketing efforts.
· Actively maintains services, subscriptions & memberships
· Sends private event invitations via Paperless Post and tracks RSVPs
Requirement/Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s Degree, ideally in arts administration, music, or business
· At least 2 years of event or project management experience, including managing staff
· Experience working in support of a Board of Directors
· Highly detail oriented and have strong time management skills
· Exceptional communication and people skills, and is able to establish and maintain positive relationships with many different individuals and groups
· Creative thinker and problem solver
· High level of proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, and Word
· Familiar with IRS guidelines relating to nonprofits and charitable donations
· Flexible, open-minded, thoughtful, and has a good sense of humor
· Passionate about music, the arts, and the mission of the Festival
COVID 19 Vaccination: Proof of COVID 19 vaccination will be required as a condition of employment unless a religious or medical/disability exemption is granted by the Board of Directors.
Compensation:
Full-time / Exempt / Salaried commensurate with experience and in the range of $72,000-80,000 a year. Paid vacation and sick leave.
About VMMF
The Festival was founded in 2014 by cellist Tanya Tomkins, Artistic Director, and pianist/fortepianist Eric Zivian, Music Director. The inaugural summer Festival was held in 2015. The Festival takes place in Sonoma, California, over three consecutive weekends in July, and specializes in Classical and Romantic chamber music on period instruments. Each year’s Festival theme provides an overarching frame for experiencing the three weekends of concerts and events. Dynamic speakers put the music in cultural and historical context in the Blattner Lecture Series. The Festival also promotes and nurtures the careers of emerging artists through its Apprenticeship and Laureate Programs. In addition to the summer festival, the Directors and other Festival musicians perform around the Sonoma Valley and the greater Bay Area, in private house concerts and in series presented by other performing arts organizations.
Managing Director
Call For Artists – Newport Beach Sculpture Exhibition
The City of Newport Beach is pleased to announce a call for entries for Phase VIII of its ongoing Sculpture Exhibition to further activate the splendor of the City’s Civic Center Park. Artists, private collectors, galleries, and museums/non-profit institutions are invited to submit artworks for consideration for a temporary exhibition at the site.
Up to ten artworks may be selected and showcased for two years in the heart of Newport Beach in Civic Center Park. The 14-acre, ocean-view site was specially designed by renowned landscape architect Peter Walker as an intended sculpture garden. The Civic Center Park has developed into a destination for residents and visitors to gather for events and activities including summer concerts on the lawn, art shows, docent-led sculpture park tours, visits to the dog park, or leisurely walks along the park’s winding trail, appreciating its environmentally-friendly expanse of native plant life. As home to City Hall, City administrative offices, and the Central Branch of the city’s public library system, the Civic Center is the heart of Newport Beach.
This is a unique opportunity to display artworks in a serene, ocean-view setting made to be beautified by sculpture. This exhibition has consistently delighted and enriched visitors with the works of world-class artists both local and national. The search is being administered by Arts Orange County via the Call For Entry platform (aka CaFE). There is no cost to submit, the deadline is Nov. 30, 2022. Visit https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=10939 to learn more and apply.
Youth Teaching Artist, Richmond Art Center
Richmond Art Center is looking for a Teaching Artist for our Youth Programs. The Youth Teaching Artist (YTA) collaborates with the Education Department team to develop curriculum and unique offerings, such as classes, workshops or programs. The YTA is an integral part of RAC’s staff and is entrusted with the support and care of our young community members. The ideal candidate must speak, read and write fluently in Spanish or Mandarin. This position is as a casual employee, 3-15 hrs a week, $35 per hour.
Position: Teaching Artist, Youth Programs
Classification: Casual Employee, Non-exempt
Schedule: 3-15 hrs Monday – Thursday & Saturday
Pay Rate: $35 hourly, No benefits
Supervisor: Education Manager
About Richmond Art Center
Richmond Art Center (RAC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization founded in 1936 by artist/educator Hazel Salmi. RAC moved into its current 25,000 sq. ft. facility as part of the City of Richmond’s Civic Center Plaza in 1951. RAC’s purpose is to provide a pathway for lifelong arts learning for people of all ages. While drawing visitors, artists and students from throughout the greater Bay Area, Richmond is the community we seek to serve. Our programs encompass art classes, exhibitions and events at our facility, as well as off-site activities that bring free, high-quality art making experiences to folks with limited access to arts education.
About the Arts Education Program
Our arts education programs offer art classes to adults, youth, kids and families; on-site in our seven studios, and off-site in local schools and community spaces. This includes serving Richmond Youth through a variety of programs and partnerships.
Youth Serving Programs we offer:
After School Program– An 8-12 week program focused around a short-term
project or curriculum goal outside the classroom after the school day.
Residency Program– An 8-12 week program focused on in depth thematic or media exploration as a component of a school-wide project or curriculum goal.
Day Program –An 8-12 week program focused around a short-term project or curriculum goal inside the classroom during the school day.
Art Tours Program- A 3hr field trip experience focused on developing youth engagement with artists, artwork and communities represented in RAC’s exhibition galleries.
Summer Camp- A 6 week in depth program, ages 6-12, focused on the enrichment of youth artmaking experiences and exposures.
Artist Exchange-A 2-4 week summer intensive facilitated by a Youth Mentorship focused Teaching Artists for youth 12-17 as an in depth exploration of the artists process, media exploration and experience.
Portfolio Development-A 4-6 week mentorship program for youth 14-24 interested in developing their practice or preparing to apply to arts education programs as youth artists.
Teaching Art – Professional Development Program- A 1-3 Day program intensive for youth serving educators to integrate and expand art within their curriculum.
Description
Richmond Art Center’s (RAC) Youth Teaching Artists (YTA) directly report to the Education Manager and support select Youth Education Programs – Online, On-site, and Off-site. YTA collaborates with the needs of the Education Dept. to develop curriculum and unique offerings as RAC classes, workshops or programs. The YTA is seen as an extension of RAC and is entrusted with the support and care of our community members as a whole. Our goals for all of our Teaching Artists are to support the Mission, Vision and Values of the Richmond Art Center and lead enriched, dynamic, and inspiring visual arts programs for our vibrant and culturally diverse communities of Richmond, and beyond. Teaching Artists further our commitment to our communities when they lead, support and inspire each community member and all communities to explore their creativity through the engagement and experience of our programs, activities, workshops and classes.
Responsibilities are as follow, but are not limited to:
Develop proposals with the intention to engage youth in unique and enriched visual arts media and techniques
Collaborate with RAC Education Staff to support RAC Education Dept. Programs, Partnerships and Community stakeholders
Develop written lesson plans as curriculum outline in alignment with RAC Education Dept. standards, including materials list and AV support needs
Collect and coordinate materials, resources and supplies for assigned programs
Create a safe space to lead RAC Education Youth Programs with and for all community members and stakeholders
Reflect and assess program progress and impact in alignment with RAC Education Dept. standards.
Requirements & Qualifications
The ideal Youth Teaching Artists must demonstrate that they meet the following requirements:
Demonstrate in-depth knowledge, expertise, and passion for visual arts education and enrichment programs.
Min 2 years experience teaching or mentoring youth ages 5-24
Min 1 year experience teaching in-school programs for youth TK to 12th grade
Must Speak Read and Write fluently in Spanish or Mandarin
Availability during school hours with advance notice and flexibility in scheduling
Have reliable and consistent means of communication and transportation.
Submit to a federal-level background check via live scan fingerprinting.
Ability to routinely lift, push, pull, or carry art supplies, equipment weighing up to 40 lbs. Must also bend, twist, reach, stand, and/or sit for long periods of time.
Builds in capacity to collaborate, problem-solve, be imaginative, and innovative with other Staff, Teaching Artists, Studio Monitors, Students, Volunteers, and visitors to meet program goals and needs.
Share values with RAC and support community with a safe, inclusive, supportive, and creative environment to learn and grow
Additionally, we ask the ideal Youth Teaching Artist to have the following qualifications and skills:
Demonstrates that their practice has a community focus or lens centering our vibrant and diverse communities like or of Richmond.
Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, plan ahead, anticipate and articulate program needs, and be able to work independently while being communicative with RAC staff.
Is adaptable and flexible to sudden changes in workflow, able to smoothly strike a balance with class management and prioritizing the students’ needs.
Share the desire to grow with RAC youth programs as our partnerships and opportunities grow.
Compensation
We do our best to offer competitive wages for our Teaching
All Teaching Time for Classes will be paid an hourly rate of $35 an hour
Teaching Preparation Time will be paid at 2 hours per class meeting, we may adjust this number up depending on the intensity and frequency of the program
Any Meetings, Training, or Onboarding time requested by RAC will be paid at $35/hr.
Perks after one year teaching with RAC include:
NARM Level membership with RAC
1 free RAC class a quarter for you to use or gift
Table pricing discount for our annual Holiday Arts Festival
RAC funds Teaching Artist Professional Development
Schedule
Schedule can fluctuate depending on the program needs of the Richmond Art Center and our partners. Youth programs are typically held Monday through Thursday 10am to 6pm with some Saturdays from 10am-3pm.
To Apply
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and their resume with the subject line “TA Youth Programs Application” to: education@richmondartcenter.org.
Richmond Art Center is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Youth Teaching Artist, Richmond Art Center
Richmond Art Center is looking for a Teaching Artist for our Youth Programs. The Youth Teaching Artist (YTA) collaborates with the Education Department team to develop curriculum and unique offerings, such as classes, workshops or programs. The YTA is an integral part of RAC’s staff and is entrusted with the support and care of our young community members. The ideal candidate must speak, read and write fluently in Spanish or Mandarin. This position is as a casual employee, 3-15 hrs a week, $35 per hour.
Position: Teaching Artist, Youth Programs
Classification: Casual Employee, Non-exempt
Schedule: 3-15 hrs Monday – Thursday & Saturday
Pay Rate: $35 hourly, No benefits
Supervisor: Education Manager
About Richmond Art Center
Richmond Art Center (RAC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization founded in 1936 by artist/educator Hazel Salmi. RAC moved into its current 25,000 sq. ft. facility as part of the City of Richmond’s Civic Center Plaza in 1951. RAC’s purpose is to provide a pathway for lifelong arts learning for people of all ages. While drawing visitors, artists and students from throughout the greater Bay Area, Richmond is the community we seek to serve. Our programs encompass art classes, exhibitions and events at our facility, as well as off-site activities that bring free, high-quality art making experiences to folks with limited access to arts education.
About the Arts Education Program
Our arts education programs offer art classes to adults, youth, kids and families; on-site in our seven studios, and off-site in local schools and community spaces. This includes serving Richmond Youth through a variety of programs and partnerships.
Youth Serving Programs we offer:
After School Program– An 8-12 week program focused around a short-term
project or curriculum goal outside the classroom after the school day.
Residency Program– An 8-12 week program focused on in depth thematic or media exploration as a component of a school-wide project or curriculum goal.
Day Program –An 8-12 week program focused around a short-term project or curriculum goal inside the classroom during the school day.
Art Tours Program- A 3hr field trip experience focused on developing youth engagement with artists, artwork and communities represented in RAC’s exhibition galleries.
Summer Camp- A 6 week in depth program, ages 6-12, focused on the enrichment of youth artmaking experiences and exposures.
Artist Exchange-A 2-4 week summer intensive facilitated by a Youth Mentorship focused Teaching Artists for youth 12-17 as an in depth exploration of the artists process, media exploration and experience.
Portfolio Development-A 4-6 week mentorship program for youth 14-24 interested in developing their practice or preparing to apply to arts education programs as youth artists.
Teaching Art – Professional Development Program- A 1-3 Day program intensive for youth serving educators to integrate and expand art within their curriculum.
Description
Richmond Art Center’s (RAC) Youth Teaching Artists (YTA) directly report to the Education Manager and support select Youth Education Programs – Online, On-site, and Off-site. YTA collaborates with the needs of the Education Dept. to develop curriculum and unique offerings as RAC classes, workshops or programs. The YTA is seen as an extension of RAC and is entrusted with the support and care of our community members as a whole. Our goals for all of our Teaching Artists are to support the Mission, Vision and Values of the Richmond Art Center and lead enriched, dynamic, and inspiring visual arts programs for our vibrant and culturally diverse communities of Richmond, and beyond. Teaching Artists further our commitment to our communities when they lead, support and inspire each community member and all communities to explore their creativity through the engagement and experience of our programs, activities, workshops and classes.
Responsibilities are as follow, but are not limited to:
Develop proposals with the intention to engage youth in unique and enriched visual arts media and techniques
Collaborate with RAC Education Staff to support RAC Education Dept. Programs, Partnerships and Community stakeholders
Develop written lesson plans as curriculum outline in alignment with RAC Education Dept. standards, including materials list and AV support needs
Collect and coordinate materials, resources and supplies for assigned programs
Create a safe space to lead RAC Education Youth Programs with and for all community members and stakeholders
Reflect and assess program progress and impact in alignment with RAC Education Dept. standards.
Requirements & Qualifications
The ideal Youth Teaching Artists must demonstrate that they meet the following requirements:
Demonstrate in-depth knowledge, expertise, and passion for visual arts education and enrichment programs.
Min 2 years experience teaching or mentoring youth ages 5-24
Min 1 year experience teaching in-school programs for youth TK to 12th grade
Must Speak Read and Write fluently in Spanish or Mandarin
Availability during school hours with advance notice and flexibility in scheduling
Have reliable and consistent means of communication and transportation.
Submit to a federal-level background check via live scan fingerprinting.
Ability to routinely lift, push, pull, or carry art supplies, equipment weighing up to 40 lbs. Must also bend, twist, reach, stand, and/or sit for long periods of time.
Builds in capacity to collaborate, problem-solve, be imaginative, and innovative with other Staff, Teaching Artists, Studio Monitors, Students, Volunteers, and visitors to meet program goals and needs.
Share values with RAC and support community with a safe, inclusive, supportive, and creative environment to learn and grow
Additionally, we ask the ideal Youth Teaching Artist to have the following qualifications and skills:
Demonstrates that their practice has a community focus or lens centering our vibrant and diverse communities like or of Richmond.
Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, plan ahead, anticipate and articulate program needs, and be able to work independently while being communicative with RAC staff.
Is adaptable and flexible to sudden changes in workflow, able to smoothly strike a balance with class management and prioritizing the students’ needs.
Share the desire to grow with RAC youth programs as our partnerships and opportunities grow.
Compensation
We do our best to offer competitive wages for our Teaching
All Teaching Time for Classes will be paid an hourly rate of $35 an hour
Teaching Preparation Time will be paid at 2 hours per class meeting, we may adjust this number up depending on the intensity and frequency of the program
Any Meetings, Training, or Onboarding time requested by RAC will be paid at $35/hr.
Perks after one year teaching with RAC include:
NARM Level membership with RAC
1 free RAC class a quarter for you to use or gift
Table pricing discount for our annual Holiday Arts Festival
RAC funds Teaching Artist Professional Development
Schedule
Schedule can fluctuate depending on the program needs of the Richmond Art Center and our partners. Youth programs are typically held Monday through Thursday 10am to 6pm with some Saturdays from 10am-3pm.
To Apply
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and their resume with the subject line “TA Youth Programs Application” to: education@richmondartcenter.org.
Richmond Art Center is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Youth Teaching Artist, Richmond Art Center
Richmond Art Center is looking for a Teaching Artist for our Youth Programs. The Youth Teaching Artist (YTA) collaborates with the Education Department team to develop curriculum and unique offerings, such as classes, workshops or programs. The YTA is an integral part of RAC’s staff and is entrusted with the support and care of our young community members. The ideal candidate must speak, read and write fluently in Spanish or Mandarin. This position is as a casual employee, 3-15 hrs a week, $35 per hour.
Position: Teaching Artist, Youth Programs
Classification: Casual Employee, Non-exempt
Schedule: 3-15 hrs Monday – Thursday & Saturday
Pay Rate: $35 hourly, No benefits
Supervisor: Education Manager
About Richmond Art Center
Richmond Art Center (RAC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization founded in 1936 by artist/educator Hazel Salmi. RAC moved into its current 25,000 sq. ft. facility as part of the City of Richmond’s Civic Center Plaza in 1951. RAC’s purpose is to provide a pathway for lifelong arts learning for people of all ages. While drawing visitors, artists and students from throughout the greater Bay Area, Richmond is the community we seek to serve. Our programs encompass art classes, exhibitions and events at our facility, as well as off-site activities that bring free, high-quality art making experiences to folks with limited access to arts education.
About the Arts Education Program
Our arts education programs offer art classes to adults, youth, kids and families; on-site in our seven studios, and off-site in local schools and community spaces. This includes serving Richmond Youth through a variety of programs and partnerships.
Youth Serving Programs we offer:
After School Program– An 8-12 week program focused around a short-term
project or curriculum goal outside the classroom after the school day.
Residency Program– An 8-12 week program focused on in depth thematic or media exploration as a component of a school-wide project or curriculum goal.
Day Program –An 8-12 week program focused around a short-term project or curriculum goal inside the classroom during the school day.
Art Tours Program- A 3hr field trip experience focused on developing youth engagement with artists, artwork and communities represented in RAC’s exhibition galleries.
Summer Camp- A 6 week in depth program, ages 6-12, focused on the enrichment of youth artmaking experiences and exposures.
Artist Exchange-A 2-4 week summer intensive facilitated by a Youth Mentorship focused Teaching Artists for youth 12-17 as an in depth exploration of the artists process, media exploration and experience.
Portfolio Development-A 4-6 week mentorship program for youth 14-24 interested in developing their practice or preparing to apply to arts education programs as youth artists.
Teaching Art – Professional Development Program- A 1-3 Day program intensive for youth serving educators to integrate and expand art within their curriculum.
Description
Richmond Art Center’s (RAC) Youth Teaching Artists (YTA) directly report to the Education Manager and support select Youth Education Programs – Online, On-site, and Off-site. YTA collaborates with the needs of the Education Dept. to develop curriculum and unique offerings as RAC classes, workshops or programs. The YTA is seen as an extension of RAC and is entrusted with the support and care of our community members as a whole. Our goals for all of our Teaching Artists are to support the Mission, Vision and Values of the Richmond Art Center and lead enriched, dynamic, and inspiring visual arts programs for our vibrant and culturally diverse communities of Richmond, and beyond. Teaching Artists further our commitment to our communities when they lead, support and inspire each community member and all communities to explore their creativity through the engagement and experience of our programs, activities, workshops and classes.
Responsibilities are as follow, but are not limited to:
Develop proposals with the intention to engage youth in unique and enriched visual arts media and techniques
Collaborate with RAC Education Staff to support RAC Education Dept. Programs, Partnerships and Community stakeholders
Develop written lesson plans as curriculum outline in alignment with RAC Education Dept. standards, including materials list and AV support needs
Collect and coordinate materials, resources and supplies for assigned programs
Create a safe space to lead RAC Education Youth Programs with and for all community members and stakeholders
Reflect and assess program progress and impact in alignment with RAC Education Dept. standards.
Requirements & Qualifications
The ideal Youth Teaching Artists must demonstrate that they meet the following requirements:
Demonstrate in-depth knowledge, expertise, and passion for visual arts education and enrichment programs.
Min 2 years experience teaching or mentoring youth ages 5-24
Min 1 year experience teaching in-school programs for youth TK to 12th grade
Must Speak Read and Write fluently in Spanish or Mandarin
Availability during school hours with advance notice and flexibility in scheduling
Have reliable and consistent means of communication and transportation.
Submit to a federal-level background check via live scan fingerprinting.
Ability to routinely lift, push, pull, or carry art supplies, equipment weighing up to 40 lbs. Must also bend, twist, reach, stand, and/or sit for long periods of time.
Builds in capacity to collaborate, problem-solve, be imaginative, and innovative with other Staff, Teaching Artists, Studio Monitors, Students, Volunteers, and visitors to meet program goals and needs.
Share values with RAC and support community with a safe, inclusive, supportive, and creative environment to learn and grow
Additionally, we ask the ideal Youth Teaching Artist to have the following qualifications and skills:
Demonstrates that their practice has a community focus or lens centering our vibrant and diverse communities like or of Richmond.
Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, plan ahead, anticipate and articulate program needs, and be able to work independently while being communicative with RAC staff.
Is adaptable and flexible to sudden changes in workflow, able to smoothly strike a balance with class management and prioritizing the students’ needs.
Share the desire to grow with RAC youth programs as our partnerships and opportunities grow.
Compensation
We do our best to offer competitive wages for our Teaching
All Teaching Time for Classes will be paid an hourly rate of $35 an hour
Teaching Preparation Time will be paid at 2 hours per class meeting, we may adjust this number up depending on the intensity and frequency of the program
Any Meetings, Training, or Onboarding time requested by RAC will be paid at $35/hr.
Perks after one year teaching with RAC include:
NARM Level membership with RAC
1 free RAC class a quarter for you to use or gift
Table pricing discount for our annual Holiday Arts Festival
RAC funds Teaching Artist Professional Development
Schedule
Schedule can fluctuate depending on the program needs of the Richmond Art Center and our partners. Youth programs are typically held Monday through Thursday 10am to 6pm with some Saturdays from 10am-3pm.
To Apply
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and their resume with the subject line “TA Youth Programs Application” to: education@richmondartcenter.org.
Richmond Art Center is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Youth Teaching Artist, Richmond Art Center
Richmond Art Center is looking for a Teaching Artist for our Youth Programs. The Youth Teaching Artist (YTA) collaborates with the Education Department team to develop curriculum and unique offerings, such as classes, workshops or programs. The YTA is an integral part of RAC’s staff and is entrusted with the support and care of our young community members. The ideal candidate must speak, read and write fluently in Spanish or Mandarin. This position is as a casual employee, 3-15 hrs a week, $35 per hour.
Position: Teaching Artist, Youth Programs
Classification: Casual Employee, Non-exempt
Schedule: 3-15 hrs Monday – Thursday & Saturday
Pay Rate: $35 hourly, No benefits
Supervisor: Education Manager
About Richmond Art Center
Richmond Art Center (RAC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization founded in 1936 by artist/educator Hazel Salmi. RAC moved into its current 25,000 sq. ft. facility as part of the City of Richmond’s Civic Center Plaza in 1951. RAC’s purpose is to provide a pathway for lifelong arts learning for people of all ages. While drawing visitors, artists and students from throughout the greater Bay Area, Richmond is the community we seek to serve. Our programs encompass art classes, exhibitions and events at our facility, as well as off-site activities that bring free, high-quality art making experiences to folks with limited access to arts education.
About the Arts Education Program
Our arts education programs offer art classes to adults, youth, kids and families; on-site in our seven studios, and off-site in local schools and community spaces. This includes serving Richmond Youth through a variety of programs and partnerships.
Youth Serving Programs we offer:
After School Program– An 8-12 week program focused around a short-term
project or curriculum goal outside the classroom after the school day.
Residency Program– An 8-12 week program focused on in depth thematic or media exploration as a component of a school-wide project or curriculum goal.
Day Program –An 8-12 week program focused around a short-term project or curriculum goal inside the classroom during the school day.
Art Tours Program- A 3hr field trip experience focused on developing youth engagement with artists, artwork and communities represented in RAC’s exhibition galleries.
Summer Camp- A 6 week in depth program, ages 6-12, focused on the enrichment of youth artmaking experiences and exposures.
Artist Exchange-A 2-4 week summer intensive facilitated by a Youth Mentorship focused Teaching Artists for youth 12-17 as an in depth exploration of the artists process, media exploration and experience.
Portfolio Development-A 4-6 week mentorship program for youth 14-24 interested in developing their practice or preparing to apply to arts education programs as youth artists.
Teaching Art – Professional Development Program- A 1-3 Day program intensive for youth serving educators to integrate and expand art within their curriculum.
Description
Richmond Art Center’s (RAC) Youth Teaching Artists (YTA) directly report to the Education Manager and support select Youth Education Programs – Online, On-site, and Off-site. YTA collaborates with the needs of the Education Dept. to develop curriculum and unique offerings as RAC classes, workshops or programs. The YTA is seen as an extension of RAC and is entrusted with the support and care of our community members as a whole. Our goals for all of our Teaching Artists are to support the Mission, Vision and Values of the Richmond Art Center and lead enriched, dynamic, and inspiring visual arts programs for our vibrant and culturally diverse communities of Richmond, and beyond. Teaching Artists further our commitment to our communities when they lead, support and inspire each community member and all communities to explore their creativity through the engagement and experience of our programs, activities, workshops and classes.
Responsibilities are as follow, but are not limited to:
Develop proposals with the intention to engage youth in unique and enriched visual arts media and techniques
Collaborate with RAC Education Staff to support RAC Education Dept. Programs, Partnerships and Community stakeholders
Develop written lesson plans as curriculum outline in alignment with RAC Education Dept. standards, including materials list and AV support needs
Collect and coordinate materials, resources and supplies for assigned programs
Create a safe space to lead RAC Education Youth Programs with and for all community members and stakeholders
Reflect and assess program progress and impact in alignment with RAC Education Dept. standards.
Requirements & Qualifications
The ideal Youth Teaching Artists must demonstrate that they meet the following requirements:
Demonstrate in-depth knowledge, expertise, and passion for visual arts education and enrichment programs.
Min 2 years experience teaching or mentoring youth ages 5-24
Min 1 year experience teaching in-school programs for youth TK to 12th grade
Must Speak Read and Write fluently in Spanish or Mandarin
Availability during school hours with advance notice and flexibility in scheduling
Have reliable and consistent means of communication and transportation.
Submit to a federal-level background check via live scan fingerprinting.
Ability to routinely lift, push, pull, or carry art supplies, equipment weighing up to 40 lbs. Must also bend, twist, reach, stand, and/or sit for long periods of time.
Builds in capacity to collaborate, problem-solve, be imaginative, and innovative with other Staff, Teaching Artists, Studio Monitors, Students, Volunteers, and visitors to meet program goals and needs.
Share values with RAC and support community with a safe, inclusive, supportive, and creative environment to learn and grow
Additionally, we ask the ideal Youth Teaching Artist to have the following qualifications and skills:
Demonstrates that their practice has a community focus or lens centering our vibrant and diverse communities like or of Richmond.
Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, plan ahead, anticipate and articulate program needs, and be able to work independently while being communicative with RAC staff.
Is adaptable and flexible to sudden changes in workflow, able to smoothly strike a balance with class management and prioritizing the students’ needs.
Share the desire to grow with RAC youth programs as our partnerships and opportunities grow.
Compensation
We do our best to offer competitive wages for our Teaching
All Teaching Time for Classes will be paid an hourly rate of $35 an hour
Teaching Preparation Time will be paid at 2 hours per class meeting, we may adjust this number up depending on the intensity and frequency of the program
Any Meetings, Training, or Onboarding time requested by RAC will be paid at $35/hr.
Perks after one year teaching with RAC include:
NARM Level membership with RAC
1 free RAC class a quarter for you to use or gift
Table pricing discount for our annual Holiday Arts Festival
RAC funds Teaching Artist Professional Development
Schedule
Schedule can fluctuate depending on the program needs of the Richmond Art Center and our partners. Youth programs are typically held Monday through Thursday 10am to 6pm with some Saturdays from 10am-3pm.
To Apply
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and their resume with the subject line “TA Youth Programs Application” to: education@richmondartcenter.org.
Richmond Art Center is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
