Senior Museum Educator

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a Senior Museum Educator! Do you have a degree in Education or Art History, Art Education with at least 3 years art/design teaching experience? Then continue reading.

POSITION INFO:
Purpose:
To develop, plan, coordinate and manage educational programmes and events in collaboration with the curatorial staff and with the assistance of the Museum Outreach Educator.

Qualifications:

• A degree or diploma in education or art history. Degree or diploma such as a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in art history, art educational or an equivalent qualification.
• A teaching qualification is a strong recommendation.

• Fluent in English and Afrikaans, isiXhosa will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years art/design teaching experience in formal or informal arts education sector.
• Experience in museum education is a strong recommendation.
• Working knowledge of design software - Photoshop or platforms – Canva to compile and design educational materials.
• Strong computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Office. applications, email services and the internet as well as a willingness to learn new computer skills as required.
• Knowledge of art history and practical art teaching methodology.
• Knowledgeable about contemporary culture from Africa and its Diaspora.
• A working knowledge of the National Curriculum Statement of South Africa and the CAPS curriculum in Visual Art and Design at GET and/or FET level or equivalent.
• Having worked with learners or adults with Special Educational Needs will be an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills, public speaking ability and the ability to impart knowledge in the context of a guided tour to learners, children, adults and teachers at various levels.
• The ability to write and design learning resource materials related to exhibitions / collections for a variety of different audiences.
• Work effectively with other museum staff, volunteers, and community members to create engaging tours and educational material.
• Work with vigour to create programs for adults, family, and school visitors that are imbued with creativity and experimentation.
• Creative, able to use museum content to create dynamic, interactive programs that connect classroom learning to popular culture and museum exhibits.