Gallery Educator I Jobs

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion at Getty: Getty believes diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion are essential to our excellence and to the execution of our mission. The Getty community values differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Job Summary:Major Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with project teams and work groups to create innovative educational programming and ideas.
• Supervises docents’ teaching though observations; oversees progress and provides guidance and mentorship; provides feedback and pedagogic guidance; performs regular docent briefings.
• Contributes to the day-to-day management of the Docent Program.
• Effectively develops and produces teaching plans for workshops, sessions, courses, and other cross-Education projects promoting critical thinking and close-looking for current and emerging audiences.
• Demonstrates professional commitment to DEAI priorities that are in alignment with Getty’s DEAI Plan.
• Supports the Docent Program by interviewing, recruiting, training, managing, and mentoring docents.
• Under supervision, works to define and model best practices in gallery teaching with the general public and K-12 school group visitors.
• Provides continuing education for docents; generates topics and activities that foster growth and quality teaching.
• Conducts scholarly research in preparation for presenting gallery tours, talks, presentations, and innovative educational programs.
• Teaches frequently in the galleries with Getty’s diverse visitors.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of teaching experience, preferably in a museum setting
• Fluency in a foreign language, preferably Spanish
• Bachelor's degree in Art History, Art Education, Studio Arts or related field required

Requirement: All employees must be fully-vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus as a condition of employment. Exemptions from this requirement as a reasonable accommodation due to medical contraindication, disability or sincerely held religious belief or practice will be considered. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of studio art, arts education, and museum education theory and practice
• Fluency in languages other than English, preferably Spanish
• Experience teaching diverse audiences in a museum or education environment, preferably in a museum setting
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Benefits and Perks:

• Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
• On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
• Community service opportunities
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
• 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Educational Assistance and professional development
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
• Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.