What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Aide position at MFAH?
Responsibilities:
- Assist Junior School Instructors with classroom set up and clean up
- During class, assist Instructor with distributing supplies, collecting completed work, assisting students who need special help with projects and remain alert to the needs of the instructor and the students
- During the summer, additional responsibilities include assisting staff in supervising students in the lunch room and at carpool, as well as escorting young students from classrooms to the lunch room, restrooms and carpool.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
General Classroom
- Able to follow verbal instruction and enjoy a variety of duties
- Must be punctual, reliable and able to remain active for long periods of time
- Patience and a calm demeanor are required
- Familiarity with art materials and processes a plus
Fashion Design
- In addition to General Classroom abilities, must be able to use a sewing machine and demonstrate this skill to others
- Knowledge of hand sewing is also required
Ceramics
- In addition to General Classroom abilities, must be familiar with hand building processes and glazes
- Must be willing to learn the correct way to load (but not fire) a kiln
Education and Experience:
- High school students who are at least 15 years of age may apply
- Current Junior School student status or one year of baby-sitting experience preferred
Equal Opportunities for All
At the MFAH, we believe that diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusivity are fundamental to our organization. We welcome all candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our organization and to our pledge for workplace diversity, inclusion, and excellence.
Our commitment to our policy and practice of nondiscrimination represents more than good intentions. It provides for employment decisions that are made without regard to race, creed, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law or any other reason unrelated to your ability to join and contribute to our organization and support our mission to provide a museum experience for all.
The MFAH is equally committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals interested in employment with the organization. As part of this commitment, we want to ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation needed to 1) participate in the job application or 2) interview process; 3) perform essential job functions; and/or 4) participate in the benefits and privileges of employment with the MFAH. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the human resources department: HR@mfah.org
