Portsmouth Music and Arts Center seeks a visual artist and educator to teach classes and private lessons in PMAC’s Visual Art program for youth and adults. This position is for one day per week to start, during daytime hours 12noon-4pm. This position begins in fall 2023.
Reporting to the Director of Education, duties are as follows:
- Teach small group classes for youth and adults, onsite at PMAC (973 Islington St. Portsmouth); the specific curriculum can be designed by the teaching artist.
- Teach private visual art lessons as needed
- Effectively administer and manage studio and classes in collaboration with staff and in adherence to school procedures and policies
- Set up before each class and clean/organize art studio classroom at conclusion of class
- Prepare students for art shows each semester
- Participate in recruitment activities inside and outside of the school
- Attend faculty meetings several times a year
Bachelor’s degree preferred, or 3+ years of undergraduate study in visual art, graphic design, digital animation or art education. Experience working and teaching in a non-profit, community center, or classroom setting preferred. Candidates must have working knowledge of basic art mediums such as drawing, painting and basic multimedia. Experience with and a passion for teaching art to youth ages 6-10 is a plus.
ORGANIZATION: The Portsmouth Music and Arts Center (PMAC) is a multi-faceted arts school serving all ages and abilities. In addition to individual instruction in music and visual arts, PMAC offers ensembles, classes, summer camps, and community arts outreach programs, along with live music performances and art exhibitions by both students and professionals. PMAC addresses the need for arts education in the greater Seacoast region by providing high quality instruction that compliments the offerings in our local public and private schools. In addition, we meet the needs of students of all ages, regardless of skill level or aspiration. PMAC offers cultural opportunities to all people regardless of their age, ability, or economic status, and continually strives to build community through the arts.
PMAC respects, values, and welcomes diversity in our workplace. We welcome candidates of varied backgrounds, capabilities, perspectives, social identities, and gender expressions. PMAC is an equal opportunity employer.
The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume by email to michelle@pmaconline.org with subject line “Visual Art Teaching Artist”: attn: Michelle Shoemaker, Director of Education, Portsmouth Music and Arts Center. No phone calls or walk-in inquiries please.
