![West Michigan Center for Arts and Technology](https://media.trabajo.org/img/noimg.jpg)
Photography Teaching Artist
1 month ago
Job Title: Photography Teaching Artist
Position Level: Instructor
Reports To: Director of Arts + Tech
Status: Contractor
Salary Range: $23-26/Hour
Prepared Date: July 2024
About WMCAT
The West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology (WMCAT) provides a culture of opportunity for people to make social and economic progress in their lives and community. We fulfill our mission through visual arts and tech engagement, workforce development, and social enterprise.
Arts + Tech at WMCAT makes space for teens to elevate their voices and build creative confidence through visual arts and technology engagement.Programsinclude our nationally recognized afterschool Teen Arts + Tech Program, which engages high school students from Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) in creative, tuition-free studio experiences from September through May; Daytime Studios for middle and high school classrooms throughout West Michigan; and week-long summer camps for middle and high school students.
Position Summary
The Photography Teaching Artist provides photography instruction to middle school and high school students in WMCAT's Daytime Studios and Teen Arts + Tech Program.
The Photography Teaching Artist works directly with the Director of Arts + Tech to implement the vision of the organization through innovative educational programming and instruction in photography.
The ideal candidate will model behaviors that educate and inspire students through mentorship and training in arts and technology. They should be experienced in photography and possess a passion for youth development.
The Photography Teaching Artist will manage and maintain the photography studio. The Photography Teaching Artist will implement their knowledge of digital photography, dark room processing, photo editing software (e.g. Adobe Photoshop), and contemporary trends into their studio instruction.
Essential Duties + Responsibilities
Curriculum and Instruction
- Develop project-based curriculum that allows students to build creative confidence, elevate student voices, and incorporate a variety of instructional methods.
- Create opportunities for students to share their work with one another, across studios, and outside of WMCAT.
- Submit written, sequenced lesson plans and other documentation of curriculum with project details, including skills to be learned by students.
- Participate and assist in the planning and facilitation of student events and field trips proactively and thoughtfully.
- Commit to on-going professional development as an arts practitioner and educator and integrate new learning into studio curriculum and instruction.
Student Support
- Maintain caring and trusting relationships with students, and provide supportive, fair, and non-discriminate treatment of all students.
- Promote the value of consistent school attendance, high school graduation, and postsecondary planning for all students.
- Demonstrate good judgment when dealing with students and make referrals to support staff when appropriate.
Student Records
- Enter daily attendance to maintain accurate and consistent student records.
- Follow-up with students regularly to ensure retention and a positive learning experience.
- Complete required student evaluations and submit reports as requested in a timely manner.
Organizational Expectations
- Maintain clean, respectful, and inspirational studios.
- Maintain technology and equipment, including computers and other resources within studios.
- Be fiscally responsible with materials and supply requests.
- Attend and actively participate in scheduled team meetings.
- Support student outreach and recruitment efforts with participation at designated events throughout the year, which may occur outside of standard scheduled hours.
- Work independently and in a team-oriented environment, be flexible, and manage multiple priorities.
Requirements
Preferred Experiences + Skills
- Demonstrated experience could include:
- Bachelor’s degree in an area related to photography, arts education, education, or other postsecondary education.
- Working knowledge of photography, arts education and/or have a comparable combination of education and practical experience.
- Proficiency with the technical aspects of digital photography.
- Knowledge of and demonstrated experience with analog film photography, including darkroom processing, management, procedures and safety.
- Knowledge of the history of photography and contemporary trends.
- Experience and demonstrated competency with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
- Prior related experiences working with teens from diverse cultural backgrounds strongly preferred.
- Prior teaching experience in a classroom setting with at least 10 students.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Cultural competency to work with individuals from varied backgrounds and foster open communication among groups.
- Willingness to engage with a diverse set of community-based organizations, residents, and stakeholders.
- Proficient computer skills and ability to use the Microsoft Suite of applications.
- Bilingual Spanish skills highly desirable.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel, and is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to sit, walk, stand, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, climb, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move from 15-45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Additional Details:Recognizing there is leadership in every community, WMCAT seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. We are dedicated to hiring employees that reflect the communities we serve across race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, and socioeconomic status. No person shall be excluded from WMCAT services, employment or volunteer participation because of ethnicity, race, national origin, age, height, weight, genetic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, economic circumstance, veteran status, physical and/or mental abilities/characteristics, philosophy/religion, or any other status that is protected by State of Michigan or federal law or by local ordinance for those jurisdictions where WMCAT operates.
WMCAT’s Values
- Design for Equity
Creating a world that works for all of us.
Rooted in an understanding that systemic oppression is perpetuated by design, we center marginalized voices, consciously co-create solutions, and challenge unjust systems to provide equitable access to opportunity.
- Pursue Learning
Engaging the experiences and expertise around us.
Acknowledging that we never “arrive” in our understanding, we engage each other, ourselves, and our community with curiosity and appreciation for diverse lived experiences, seeking out new ideas, more robust context, and opportunities for growth.
- Build Community
Curating belonging for collective good.
Grounded in the belief that our humanity, prosperity, and futures are interconnected, we intentionally create space for belonging, build authentic relationships, seek partnership in our collective work, and respect our shared context.
- Center People
Leading with empathy.
Guided by the mindsets of equitable human-centered design, we seek the perspectives of and create solutions with those most affected, embracing the inherent value of each individual and prioritizing whole-person thriving.
Location: In-person at WMCAT in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The candidate should be comfortable working in person. Hours for this role include 2-4 afternoons per week in the fall of 2024 with opportunity for additional daytime hours.
Resumes will be reviewed beginning Monday, July 22, 2024; the application will remain open until filled.
Benefits
This is a contract position, compensating $23-$26/hour.
-
Photography Teaching Artist
3 weeks ago
Grand Rapids, United States West Michigan Center for Arts and Technology Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Photography Teaching Artist Position Level: InstructorReports To: Director of Arts + Tech Status: ContractorSalary Range: $23-26/Hour Prepared Date: July 2024About WMCATThe West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology (WMCAT) provides a culture of opportunity for people to make social and economic progress in their...
-
"Violin Teaching Artist"
2 months ago
Grand Rapids, United States Itasca Orchestra & Strings Program Full time- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to the needs of individual students and promote musical development. - Prepare students for performances, examinations, and other musical activities. - Assess students’ progress and provide feedback and support to enhance their musical skills. - Collaborate with school staff and participate in...
-
Violin Teaching Artist"
2 months ago
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Itasca Orchestra & Strings Program Full timeDevelop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to the needs of individual students and promote musical development. Prepare students for performances, examinations, and other musical activities. Assess students' progress and provide feedback and support to enhance their musical skills. Collaborate with school staff and participate in musicrelated...
-
Visual Arts Photography Educator
1 week ago
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States West Michigan Center for Arts and Technology Full timeJob Title: Visual Arts Photography Educator Position Level: InstructorReports To: Director of Arts + Tech Status: ContractorSalary Range: $23-26/Hour About WMCAT:The West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology (WMCAT) is dedicated to fostering opportunities for individuals to achieve social and economic advancement within their communities. Our mission is...
-
Apparel CAD Designer
1 week ago
Grand Rapids, United States Meijer Full timeAs a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community! Meijer RewardsWeekly pay Scheduling flexibilityPaid parental leave Paid education...
-
Apparel CAD Designer
2 weeks ago
Grand Rapids, United States Meijer Full timeAs a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community! Meijer RewardsWeekly pay Scheduling flexibilityPaid parental leave Paid education...
-
Preschool Lead Teacher
3 days ago
Grand Rapids, United States Gan Yiladim Preschool Part timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionJob descriptionGan Yiladim Preschool is looking to add a professional, highly motivated, loving, and experienced teacher to our team.We nourish curiosity through purposeful experiences to create a future full of lifelong learners. In our small classrooms where learning comes to life, we’re united by a passion to create a world...
-
Primary Care Physician
1 week ago
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Corewell Health Full timeCorewell Health West is in search of a board certified or board eligible physician specializing in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine/Pediatrics to establish a new Value-Based Primary Care Clinic aimed at addressing the healthcare needs of diverse communities.This innovative clinic will feature 6 examination rooms, a procedure room, flexible spaces, and a...
-
After School Program Activity Coordinator
3 days ago
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Full timePosition OverviewWe are currently seeking a dedicated individual for a part-time role within our LOOP Program, designed to provide a secure and engaging environment for elementary and middle school students to explore their interests and develop new skills. The LOOP initiative, which is offered at no cost, aims to support academic achievement through...
-
Personal Culinary Specialist
1 week ago
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Adabible Full timePersonal Culinary SpecialistAdabiblePosition OverviewFood Service - Full-timeThe RoleSummaryThis position is dedicated to managing daily culinary operations and crafting nutritious and delicious meal selections for an active young family within a private residence. Collaborating with a secondary culinary professional, this role will focus on meal...
-
Youth Martial Arts Educators
1 week ago
Grand Prairie, Texas, United States ActivStars Athletics, LLC. Full timeJoin Our Team as a Youth Martial Arts EducatorFor over 35 years, ActivStars Athletics, LLC. has been a leader in providing engaging youth programs across the nation. Our focus is on creating a fun and educational environment for all participants.The position of Martial Arts Educator involves evening classes, where you will guide students from beginner to...
-
Choral Music Faculty, Full-time
1 week ago
Grand Rapids, MI, United States Calvin University Full timeCalvin University invites applications for a full-time regular faculty member to join the Department of Visual and Performing Arts to conduct choirs, to teach courses in music in one or more areas of expertise, and to provide leadership and support to part-time colleagues who teach choral-vocal music at Calvin, beginning in August 2024. The opening is at the...
-
Grand Rapids, MI, United States Calvin University Full timeCalvin University invites applications for a full-time regular faculty member to join the Department of Visual and Performing Arts to conduct the Calvin Orchestra, to teach courses in music in one or more areas of expertise, and to provide leadership and support to part-time colleagues who teach string music at Calvin, beginning in August 2024. The opening...