Teaching Artist/ Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Beyond Support Network

  • Buffalo, New York
  • 4 days ago

    Highlights

    Specific positions may include additional responsibilities based on the artistic medium or area of program focus, including specialized arts instruction, community engagement activities, workshop facilitation, and increased coordination responsibilities within designated program areas. The Teaching Artist/Direct Support Professional positions work collaboratively with Starlight artists to support their achievement of artistic, technical, personal, and community engagement goals through inclusive arts programming and individualized support.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBuffalo, New York

    Description

    Starlight Studios and Art Gallery Without Walls Art Program

    $20.00 hourly - $20.00 hourly

    Part time, 22.50 hours per week - Monday, Thursday & Friday 9:30 am - 5:00 p.m.; museum setting

    Valid NYS Driver's license in good standing.

    POSITION SUMMARY

    The Teaching Artist/Direct Support Professional positions work collaboratively with Starlight artists to support their achievement of artistic, technical, personal, and community engagement goals through inclusive arts programming and individualized support. The Teaching Artist will contribute to facilitating artmaking activities, fostering creative skill development, supporting wellness and community participation, and maintaining an artist-centered studio environment. Responsibilities may also include activity planning, workshop facilitation, community engagement, and support for program operations and documentation.

    Specific positions may include additional responsibilities based on the artistic medium or area of program focus, including specialized arts instruction, community engagement activities, workshop facilitation, and increased coordination responsibilities within designated program areas.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Required: Associates degree in Fine Arts or equivalent; experience in teaching art and exhibiting artist preferred.

    Proficiency with computers and common software related to your medium - including electronic records, email, word processing, photo editing, and social media tools.

    Valid New York State Driver’s License in good standing. 

    Desired:  Bachelor of Fine Arts, three years’ experience in Arts, Education and/or Human Services, with experience in exhibiting art.

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