Art Educator, French Language Education & Programming

Job title: Art Educator, French Language Education & Programming

Job description: Description Requisition Id: 2022-441
Number of Positions: 1
Job Status: Regular Part-Time
Hours & Days of Work: up to 24 hours per week; must be available to work weekdays, evenings and weekends
Minimum Rate: $33.33
Maximum Rate: $41.65
Target Start Date: 08/29/2022

Art Educator, French Language
Regular Part-Time

(up to 24 hours per week; must be available to work weekdays, evenings and weekends)

ART + AUDIENCE + LEARNING

Located in Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario (“the AGO”) is one of the largest art museums in North America, with a collection of close to 100,000 works. Through the collection as well as collaborations with leading museums around the world, the AGO presents wide-ranging exhibitions and programs to approximately 1 million visitors annually.

We are currently seeking a regular part-time Art Educator, French Language to join our Education & Programming team. Under the direction of the Manager, School Programs and Early Learning, the incumbent will work in conjunction with other staff, volunteers and interns, and designs and facilitates programs including in gallery and studio based, in both French and English languages that are engaging, innovative, child-centred, fun, accessible and equitable, as well as responsive to visitor needs and program objectives.

He/She/They will deliver a range school programs for elementary and secondary school students that emphasize process and product equally, encouraging the development of critical thinking skills, decolonization, and personal creativity. Also delivers French Language tours to adult groups when required. Co-designs and delivers innovative professional development resources for teachers that are relevant and timely to the field of art education that connect with the AGO collection, and promote inquiry-based learning and reflective practice. Ensures that program delivery is responsive to teacher needs and clearly meets the program objectives.

Interested so far? Learn more about why AGO would be a great fit below.

The Gallery continually strives to create a safe and inclusive workplace. We offer diversity and inclusion training to our staff and volunteers so they can continually learn and contribute to fostering a supportive environment where people feel comfortable to come to work as they are.

The mental health of our employees is also very important to us. We offer our employees programs that support wellness and enhance the job experience. If our employees need assistance, employee assistance program (EAP) services are available to them. The Gallery also takes part in the city and province’s reciprocal benefits program, allowing our employees access to city and province discounts.

What are the benefits and highlights of working at the AGO?

• Competitive salary
• Discounts from the Provincial/City Reciprocal Agreements (Free admission to museums, the CN Tower & Discounts off amusement parks, city attractions, hotels, wine tours, Second City, the Ontario Science Centre, and much more!)
• Discounts to GoodLife Fitness
• Free tickets to every major exhibit at AGO

If this sounds like an opportunity you are looking for, apply now!

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills, and experience:

• Post-secondary studies in Education, Art Education, Fine Art, Museum Education, or Art History with some studio experience and/or equivalent life and work experience
• Demonstrated teaching experience (minimum 2 years) in formal and/or informal learning environments involving children and youth, as well as adults in both English and French Language
• Must be fluent in French, and able to deliver programs in French and English
• Demonstrated experience in program facilitation, for students and educators
• Sound knowledge of learning theories and teaching methodologies as well as various media, techniques and practices relevant to in-gallery and studio-based practices
• Knowledge of the Ontario curriculum as mandated by the Ministry of Education
• Commitment to lifelong learning and excellent customer service
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and self-reflective
• Demonstrated computer competency and keyboarding skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

We invite individuals who reflect the diversity of our visitors to apply by submitting a tailored cover letter and CV. If you would prefer to submit your application in person, please leave it with the Shipping Dock addressed to the People Division which is located next to the Jackman Hall entrance on McCaul Street.

We thank all applicants but must advise that only those selected for interviews will be contacted. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act & the AGO’s Recruitment & Selection Policy for Staff, a request for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process.

The Art Gallery of Ontario is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

External Application Deadline: 09/18/2022

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