Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance is hiring: Teaching Artist (BuildaBridge
Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, Philadelphia, MS, United States
Teaching Artist (BuildaBridge Restorative Teaching Artist)
BuildaBridge Restorative Teaching Artist
BuildaBridge, an arts and education non-profit, provides trauma-informed art-making to youth and their communities in Philadelphia. For over twenty years, thousands of participants benefited from BuildaBridge strength-based, person-centered and hope-infused art-making. BuildaBridge's pedagogical approach, the Safe Space Model, helps participants strengthen their resilience, self-efficacy, and hopefulness via BuildaBridge-trained teaching artists. This summer, BuildaBridge is embarking on extensive programming journey to provide many recreation centers with art-making over the next two years.
To work with BuildaBridge, are you…
a community-driven individual who seeks use their artistic prowess as a catalyst for healing and hope-raising?
experienced working with urban youth affected by direct, vicarious, and generational psychological trauma histories?
ready to level up your lesson and curriculum planning?
prepared to plan AND be spontaneous?
willing to work as a team member to deliver process and outcomes that lead to greater advocacy for arts-access?
and lastly:
are you available on Wednesday, May 6 for a BuildaBridge training from 10 am to 6 pm in North Philadelphia, a few blocks south of Temple University?
If these questions moved you to action, please follow the instructions below. In the meantime, here are more specifics:
Responsibilities:
Attend all mandatory training sessions, including:
Learn the BuildaBridge Safe Spaces Model (Pedagogical Approach)
Learn basic trauma-informed theory and practice as it applies to art-making and teaching artist/participant interactions.
Develop Curriculum Writing and Assessment (Planning & Accountability)
Attend all Teaching Artist Meetings and respond to communications in a timely manner.
Obtain necessary clearances (Child Abuse, Criminal Background & FBI)
Attend an on-site orientation prior to the start of classes
Be an essential member of Restorative Teaching Artists team as Lead or Assistant Restorative Teaching Artists.
Arrive to class 30 minutes early to set up; stay late to clean up as needed and to assess/document program.
Complete all required paperwork on time, including: monthly attendance records, monthly time sheets, weekly class observations, and weekly lesson plans.
Complete a final written evaluation of the class and program
Qualifications:
All Education Levels (High School, Some College, University Degree, Graduate Student, Graduate Degree)
High level proficiency in an art form
Teaching experience preferred
Experience working with children
Independent, self-starting, and proactive personality who can take initiative in improving the work environment and the organization’s capacity
An understanding of the local social service environment
Positive attitude and the ability to multi-task and learn new skills
Live as inspiring examples and mentors to constituent children, youth, and families through caring interactions, consistency in word and action, and maintaining clear personal and professional boundaries
Pursue all classes with excellence in teaching and in artistic skill with a strong understanding of our four development areas: artistic, academic, social, and character development
Perform all duties with respect and professionalism.
Participate in all training and onboarding.
Complete all paperwork in a timely manner.
Still here? Please apply below!
Post-High School Experience, some college education and/or professional experience
To Apply
Please introduce yourself via brief cover letter and include your teaching history and some proud moments of artistic achievements. Email to info@buildabridge.org and if selected, a formal application link will be provided.
Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance
The Philadelphia Building
1315 Walnut Street, Suite 1101
Philadelphia, PA 19107
email: info@philaculture.org
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BuildaBridge Restorative Teaching Artist
BuildaBridge, an arts and education non-profit, provides trauma-informed art-making to youth and their communities in Philadelphia. For over twenty years, thousands of participants benefited from BuildaBridge strength-based, person-centered and hope-infused art-making. BuildaBridge's pedagogical approach, the Safe Space Model, helps participants strengthen their resilience, self-efficacy, and hopefulness via BuildaBridge-trained teaching artists. This summer, BuildaBridge is embarking on extensive programming journey to provide many recreation centers with art-making over the next two years.
To work with BuildaBridge, are you…
a community-driven individual who seeks use their artistic prowess as a catalyst for healing and hope-raising?
experienced working with urban youth affected by direct, vicarious, and generational psychological trauma histories?
ready to level up your lesson and curriculum planning?
prepared to plan AND be spontaneous?
willing to work as a team member to deliver process and outcomes that lead to greater advocacy for arts-access?
and lastly:
are you available on Wednesday, May 6 for a BuildaBridge training from 10 am to 6 pm in North Philadelphia, a few blocks south of Temple University?
If these questions moved you to action, please follow the instructions below. In the meantime, here are more specifics:
Responsibilities:
Attend all mandatory training sessions, including:
Learn the BuildaBridge Safe Spaces Model (Pedagogical Approach)
Learn basic trauma-informed theory and practice as it applies to art-making and teaching artist/participant interactions.
Develop Curriculum Writing and Assessment (Planning & Accountability)
Attend all Teaching Artist Meetings and respond to communications in a timely manner.
Obtain necessary clearances (Child Abuse, Criminal Background & FBI)
Attend an on-site orientation prior to the start of classes
Be an essential member of Restorative Teaching Artists team as Lead or Assistant Restorative Teaching Artists.
Arrive to class 30 minutes early to set up; stay late to clean up as needed and to assess/document program.
Complete all required paperwork on time, including: monthly attendance records, monthly time sheets, weekly class observations, and weekly lesson plans.
Complete a final written evaluation of the class and program
Qualifications:
All Education Levels (High School, Some College, University Degree, Graduate Student, Graduate Degree)
High level proficiency in an art form
Teaching experience preferred
Experience working with children
Independent, self-starting, and proactive personality who can take initiative in improving the work environment and the organization’s capacity
An understanding of the local social service environment
Positive attitude and the ability to multi-task and learn new skills
Live as inspiring examples and mentors to constituent children, youth, and families through caring interactions, consistency in word and action, and maintaining clear personal and professional boundaries
Pursue all classes with excellence in teaching and in artistic skill with a strong understanding of our four development areas: artistic, academic, social, and character development
Perform all duties with respect and professionalism.
Participate in all training and onboarding.
Complete all paperwork in a timely manner.
Still here? Please apply below!
Post-High School Experience, some college education and/or professional experience
To Apply
Please introduce yourself via brief cover letter and include your teaching history and some proud moments of artistic achievements. Email to info@buildabridge.org and if selected, a formal application link will be provided.
Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance
The Philadelphia Building
1315 Walnut Street, Suite 1101
Philadelphia, PA 19107
email: info@philaculture.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr