JOB TITLE: Art Education Intern

DESCRIPTION:
The Art Education Intern(s) will work with the Executive Director and the Children & Youth Director to prepare and present visual arts classes to school age visitors and the community through our on-site Summer Arts Camp and off-site community programs June-August 2008.

INTERN(S) WILL BE EXPECTED TO:
(1) assist with the day-to-day preparation for classes
(2) assist with the instruction of classes both on- and off-site, primarily with students ages 5-18
(3) help oversee the safe use of the studios, materials, and equipment during classes
(4) help order inventory, stock supplies, create art examples, and research projects
(5) assist with classroom projects, visiting teachers, family workshops, community and special events
(6) help promote the Minnetonka Center for the Arts to young people, adults, schools and the community
(7) help with other projects as needed

REQUIREMENTS:
Interns must be able to commit to an average of 12 weeks for 20 scheduled hours per week, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9am – 4pm. Some Saturday hours may be required for community events. Interns must have visual arts skills and some teaching experience. Dependability, initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to learn are paramount. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others are also important.

DURATION:
May 31 – August 27 (12-13 weeks).

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
For Summer: April 28th

WORK SCHEDULE:
Daytime hours, Monday - Friday from 9:00am – 1:00pm or
Monday - Friday from 1:00pm – 4:00pm

Occasional weekend and late afternoon hours may be required for community and special events.

COMPENSATION:
A 50% discount on one 5 week summer class or workshop of your choice, invitations to Minnetonka Center for the Arts exhibitions and special events, free parking, and the experience of being a part of a high-quality and professional Art Center.

Note: Interns must have reliable transportation.

For more info:
If you have questions or would like to schedule a visit please contact Leah Hughes, Children & Youth Program Director, at 952-473-7361, extension 26, or email lhughes@minnetonkaARTS.org.

TO APPLY
Please submit:
Letter of interest; discussing your prior experience, reasons for applying, and skills that you may bring to this internship
Completed Art Center emergency contact form: found on our website with this job posting
Resume; including personal contact information, prior experience, and related skills
List of three references; please include name, title, address, email, and daytime telephone
CD or website address showing your art work examples or those of your students (limit 10 slides please)

Mail application to:

Leah Hughes
Children & Youth Program Director
Minnetonka Center for the Arts
2240 North Shore Drive
Wayzata, MN 55391-9347

Or e-mail application to lhughes@minnetonkaARTS.org

EMERGENCY FORM:
(click here for Word document or PDF version)

Please mail this form along with your letter of interest, resume, list of three references, and art examples to the email or mailing address or below.

Mail application to:

Leah Hughes
Children & Youth Program Director

Minnetonka Center for the Arts
2240 North Shore Drive
Wayzata, MN 55391-9347

Or e-mail application to lhughes@minnetonkaARTS.org

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