What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Teaching Artist and Arts Education Project Coordinator (Chautauqua Arts Education)/Career Opportunity position at Chautauqua Institution?
Job Details
Description
This position will serve as the sole full-time, year-round teaching artist in the Chautauqua Arts Education School Residencies program. This person will be trained in the Feelin' the Beat drumming and social emotional learning curriculum. This person will also serve as coordinator for scheduling, communications with schools and serve as educational liaison for other Arts Education programming. The Chautauqua Arts Education programs serve over 20 school districts in Chautauqua County, reaching thousands of students over the course of the school year. This position will be trained by and report to the Director of Arts Education.
This position will be trained and supported by the Director of Arts Education. Program implementation and development will be coordinated between this position and the Director of Arts Education.
This position is funded through 2027, with the intent to obtain financial support to continue.
About The Work
Education & Experience
Compensation for this position starts at $20 and qualified candidates may earn up to $22/hour. Chautauqua Institution’s competitive compensation and benefits suite includes a national health insurance network with Highmark, flexible spending (or health savings) account options, dental and vision insurance, complimentary life insurance, wellness incentives, an employee assistance program, supplemental life insurance, and long-term disability options. The Institution supports planning for retirement through a discretionary employer retirement plan contribution, which has recently been 10% of gross compensation following the designated service period.
About Chautauqua Institution
Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conference, and events organization. The Institution’s office in Washington, DC is located strategically for an ongoing role in the cultural conversations of the nation.
About Your Department
The CI Arts Education programs serve over 20 school districts in Chautauqua County, reaching thousands of students over the course of the school year each year. While Chautauqua Arts Education presents some programming during the Summer Assembly Season, the primary focus of its work takes place during the school year, September through June. You can learn more about Chautauqua Arts Education programming by visiting artsed.chq.org.
About Your Work Schedule & Location
This position is at Chautauqua Institution’s main campus in Southwestern New York (Chautauqua County). The schedule is full time and may include daytime and evening hours, weekdays, and weekends, especially in the busy summer operating season and during project go-live periods. The position will be based on the main campus in Chautauqua, New York, but will require some travel.
Most Arts Education programming, including the School Residency program, is conducted in public and private schools mostly in Chautauqua County, New York. The teaching schedule varies, dependent on school need, varying from 3-6 hours per school, not including travel time. This position may be asked to teach in multiple schools per week or day, as schedule allows. This position will be expected to travel and transport teaching equipment (drums) to the school locations.
Aspects of this position may be able to be considered for remote work - however, the teaching aspect will be taking place in area schools.
About The Referral Program
Chautauqua Institution’s Referral Bonus Program is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90-days from the first physical date of work. In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6-months, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30-days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.
Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience
There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.
Our Commitment to IDEA
Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan, 150 Forward. One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.
Joining Our Talent Community
Join our talent community online at CHQ.org/employment. You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at CHQ.org and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at 150fwd.CHQ.org.
Description
This position will serve as the sole full-time, year-round teaching artist in the Chautauqua Arts Education School Residencies program. This person will be trained in the Feelin' the Beat drumming and social emotional learning curriculum. This person will also serve as coordinator for scheduling, communications with schools and serve as educational liaison for other Arts Education programming. The Chautauqua Arts Education programs serve over 20 school districts in Chautauqua County, reaching thousands of students over the course of the school year. This position will be trained by and report to the Director of Arts Education.
This position will be trained and supported by the Director of Arts Education. Program implementation and development will be coordinated between this position and the Director of Arts Education.
This position is funded through 2027, with the intent to obtain financial support to continue.
About The Work
- Resident Teaching Artist (70% of the position)
- Lead instruction for the Feelin' the Beat School Residency sessions
- Implement and adapt lesson plans based on established curriculum to meet stated objectives
- Assess student needs and abilities to establish learning and artistic objectives for each residency
- Conduct ongoing assessment of student progress towards objectives and adapt curriculum and lesson planning as needed
- Schedule residencies, working in collaboration with school administration and teachers
- Document informal and formal assessments
- Communicate with school administration and faculty
- Arts Education Project Coordinator (30% of the position)
- Provide support for visiting teaching artists in the Opera in the Schools and Young Playwrights Project, including liaising between them and school personnel
- Serve as event coordinator for field trips during the school year and during the Summer Assembly Season
- In collaboration with Director of Arts Education, collect and process student and teacher engagement data for reporting purposes
- Administrative support duties as assigned
Education & Experience
- An associate degree or higher is preferred or equivalent experience, with a background in Music Education, Education, Special Education, or a related Arts field.
- Experience working and interacting with people with disabilities (cognitive, physical, emotional, communication disorders, developmental challenges, etc.)
- Training in music
- Experience working with PreK-12 students in an educational capacity
- Detail-oriented
- Strong written and oral communication
- Schedule management and coordination
- Independent time management
- Flexible and adaptable attitude
- Collaboration
- Patience
- Compassion
Compensation for this position starts at $20 and qualified candidates may earn up to $22/hour. Chautauqua Institution’s competitive compensation and benefits suite includes a national health insurance network with Highmark, flexible spending (or health savings) account options, dental and vision insurance, complimentary life insurance, wellness incentives, an employee assistance program, supplemental life insurance, and long-term disability options. The Institution supports planning for retirement through a discretionary employer retirement plan contribution, which has recently been 10% of gross compensation following the designated service period.
About Chautauqua Institution
Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conference, and events organization. The Institution’s office in Washington, DC is located strategically for an ongoing role in the cultural conversations of the nation.
About Your Department
The CI Arts Education programs serve over 20 school districts in Chautauqua County, reaching thousands of students over the course of the school year each year. While Chautauqua Arts Education presents some programming during the Summer Assembly Season, the primary focus of its work takes place during the school year, September through June. You can learn more about Chautauqua Arts Education programming by visiting artsed.chq.org.
About Your Work Schedule & Location
This position is at Chautauqua Institution’s main campus in Southwestern New York (Chautauqua County). The schedule is full time and may include daytime and evening hours, weekdays, and weekends, especially in the busy summer operating season and during project go-live periods. The position will be based on the main campus in Chautauqua, New York, but will require some travel.
Most Arts Education programming, including the School Residency program, is conducted in public and private schools mostly in Chautauqua County, New York. The teaching schedule varies, dependent on school need, varying from 3-6 hours per school, not including travel time. This position may be asked to teach in multiple schools per week or day, as schedule allows. This position will be expected to travel and transport teaching equipment (drums) to the school locations.
Aspects of this position may be able to be considered for remote work - however, the teaching aspect will be taking place in area schools.
About The Referral Program
Chautauqua Institution’s Referral Bonus Program is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90-days from the first physical date of work. In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6-months, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30-days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.
Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience
There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.
Our Commitment to IDEA
Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan, 150 Forward. One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.
Joining Our Talent Community
Join our talent community online at CHQ.org/employment. You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at CHQ.org and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at 150fwd.CHQ.org.
