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Teaching Artists – Multiple Disciplines

Marquis Studios is currently accepting applications from highly-skilled and engaging teaching artists with experience working with PRE-K-12 populations.

About Marquis Studios

Founded In 1977, Marquis Studios is a multi-disciplinary organization providing arts-in education services to over 150 New York City public schools. Through strong collaborative partnerships we provide a full spectrum of multicultural residencies where students explore the visual and performing arts. Marquis Studios strives to provide quality programs and high impact arts opportunities while creating learning environments that strengthens critical thinking and creative skills. (Website – www.marquisstudios.org)

Job Description

Marquis Studios Teaching Artists lead in-school and after-school residencies and parent- child workshops for Pre-K –12 participants in public schools throughout New York City. Teaching artists are responsible for creating engaging and educational lessons and working collaboratively with classroom teachers and students throughout the school year. Each residency results in a culminating event or sharing that demonstrates skills developed while participating in the program.

We are currently accepting applications for Teaching Artists with experience in:

-Music – Percussion, Vocal music & Chorus

-Visual Arts – experience working with Gen-ed & D75 populations

-Theater/Writing – Script & Creative Writing and Spoken Word Poetry

-Multi-media – Filmmaking and Animation

-Architecture – Model Building & Digital Architecture

-Dance – Hip-hop, Bollywood, Bhangra, African and other Cultural Dances

Responsibilities

-In school and after school availability, with a minimum of two full days per week – this may include 2 in-school residencies per week and/or possibly as many as 3 after school classes throughout the school year.

-Meeting specific professional development requirements which includes; Bi-annual PD’S, discipline specific meetings and pursuing personal professional development opportunities.

-Creating original curriculum that aligns with the program expectations, school curriculum and reflects the voice of Marquis Studios residencies.

-Planning programs and working closely with classroom teachers and school program coordinators to:

*Plan 10-week residency, culminating events and overall residency logistics in person during a 45-minute planning meeting before the start of the program.

*Working with students to enhance their knowledge of the art-form and integrating teachers in the lessons to have a successful program

*Facilitating 90-minute parent-child workshops on weekday afternoons or Saturday mornings. Workshops are assigned based on availability provided by teaching artists.

Qualifications

-Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in your field and a minimum of two years teaching arts programming to Pre-K-12 students. Artists must display expertise in arts discipline of interest through; educational and professional accomplishments.

-Ability to create innovative lessons and successfully integrate State Standards and NYC Blueprints for Teaching and Learning in the Arts. Experience developing and teaching STEAM-based residencies a plus.

-Experience working with District 75 populations and Inclusion classrooms.

-Exceptional range of classroom management strategies, strong collaborative and inter-personal relationship skills.

-Ability to multitask and stage a performance or mount an exhibit within 10 – 12 weeks.

-Ability to complete administrative classroom tasks by assigned deadline (workshop logs, reporting hours, permission slip collection, etc.)

-Excellent time management and organizational skills.

-Reliable, committed and available to facilitate year-long programming.

-Flexibility to travel throughout the 5 boroughs – STATEN ISLAND TRAVEL & CAR A PLUS.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH MARQUIS STUDIOS:

-Paid professional development.

-Stipend for facilitating planning meetings and creating lessons.

-Placements in programs ranging from 3hrs – 6.5hrs per day.

-Supportive and organized administrative staff.

-Paid opportunities to visit and observe TA’s from various disciplines.

-Paid Travel and a bonus for teaching at distance schools, located within the five boroughs.

Marquis Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to seeking a diverse staff with respect to gender, age, race, ethnicity, national origin, class, educational background, religion, sexual orientation, and physical ability. All applicants are welcome.

Application Instructions:

Please submit your cover letter and resume to Jobs@MarquisStudios.org – no calls please. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and Interviews for the 2019-2020 school year, conducted between July 22nd – August 16th.

Teaching Assistants

Marquis Studios is currently seeking teaching assistants to provide additional support in our After-school programs throughout all 5 boroughs of New York City. We offer diverse programming in the visual and performing arts. The teaching assistant program aims to match applicants with arts disciplines of their interest while providing meaningful teaching experiences. The ideal candidate will have a passion for arts education and experience working with students to enhance their knowledge of the arts.

About Marquis Studios:

Founded In 1977, Marquis Studios is a multi-disciplinary organization providing arts-in education services to over 150 New York City public schools. Through strong collaborative partnerships we provide a full spectrum of multicultural residencies where students explore the visual and performing arts. Marquis Studios strives to provide quality programs and high impact arts opportunities while creating learning environments that strengthen critical thinking and creative skills.

We work with schools in all five boroughs so candidates from all over the New York City Metropolitan Area are encouraged to apply!

What we Teach:

Visual Arts

Architecture

Circus Arts

Music

Film-making

Photography

Dance

Theater

Puppetry

Responsibilities Include:

-Availability for a minimum of two afternoons, to assist in after-school programs conducted during 1.5 – 2-hour blocks, between 2:15pm – 6:00pm; Monday through Friday.

-Commitment to scheduled residencies for the duration of the program cycle.

-Aiding the lead teaching artist in a class of up to 25 children in grades Pre-K to 12.

-Work with the teaching artist to establish a healthy, safe and fun learning environment and serve as a positive role model.

-Assisting with classroom management while monitoring students when they are working in separate groups or outside of the designated residency space.

-Arrive at the site 15 minutes before class begins to help the lead artist prepare. Including but not limited to: unlocking classroom doors, gathering necessary materials, setting up equipment and/or organizing the space.

-Assist in cleaning up after residency.

-Complete daily record keeping duties as requested.

-Take leadership role during emergency/crisis situations if needed.

Requirements:

-Minimum of two years of college education, currently enrolled in a 4-year program or have already received a degree in an educational or arts related field.

-Experience working with youth of various ages in any capacity.

-Interest in arts education, be a practicing artist, art educator or art student.

-Must be interested and dedicated to improving communities through arts education and exploration.

-Excellent interpersonal skills in order to interact with youth, teachers and school administrators.

-Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, follow directions and communicate effectively.

-Fingerprinting and background check will be required within 4 weeks of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

-Willingness to work outside of your main artistic discipline a plus.

-Flexibility to travel within all 5 boroughs and having a car is a major plus!

Benefits

-Excellent training working in collaboration with a lead teaching artist who has been in the field for a minimum of 5 years.

-Free access to Marquis Studios Professional Development workshops and other PD opportunities.

-Paid Travel and a bonus for teaching at distance schools, located within the five boroughs.

-Advancement Opportunities.

Compensation – $60 per 2hr session

Marquis Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to seeking a diverse staff with respect to gender, age, race, ethnicity, national origin, class, educational background, religion, sexual orientation, and physical ability. All applicants are welcome.

Please submit your cover letter and resume to Jobs@MarquisStudios.org – no calls please.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.