Gage Youth Programs Manager
Gage Academy of Art is committed to building a vibrant visual-arts community in the Northwest through programs that educate, enrich and engage artists and the public.
Gage Youth Programs Mission
Gage Youth Programs offer practical art instruction in drawing, painting and 3-D design for 6- to 18- year-olds. Our curriculum encourages students to explore new materials and techniques, develop creative problem solving skills and celebrate self-expression. Gage is dedicated to providing professional teaching artists to present engaging, age-appropriate classes that empower young artists to be seen and heard.
GAGE YOUTH PROGRAMS MANAGER
The role of the Gage Youth Programs Manager is to design and implement an exemplary arts program for young artists and to represent Gage to the local and national community.
The Youth Programs Manager should have non-profit arts organization experience including excellent management, and problem-solving skills; the ability to anticipate programmatic needs and growth opportunities; and a comprehensive knowledge of local and national trends in arts education. Gage offers a professional and creative work environment. The Youth Programs Manager should have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, and as part of a team. S/he would focus on refining and expanding the five program areas for the Youth Programs at Gage while ensuring that Gage deepens its connections to the full diversity of Seattle's youth and their families.
The Youth Programs Manager at Gage must effectively work with the following Gage staff members on a regular basis: Executive Director, School Manager, Registrar, Financial Director, Communications Manager, Exhibitions Coordinator, Development Manager, and the Facilities Manager. The Youth Programs Committee offers support to the Youth Programs Manager for strategic plans, curriculum design, budget planning, organizational partnerships, fundraising and programmatic expansions.
The Youth Programs Manager must be an effective planner who is deeply committed to engaging young people from a variety of communities and backgrounds and passionate about arts learning. The Youth Programs Manager administers: after school classes, Saturday Classes, Teen Art Studios (Friday & Saturday nights), Kids & Teens Summer Workshops, and the Teen Intensive. Currently, the Youth Programs Manager position is full-time (32-40hr/wk).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leader
Cultivate collaborations and partnerships with museums, schools, community organizations, and government agencies that result in expanded opportunities for youth artists and Gage Youth Programs.
Educator
Schedule a progressive, dynamic year-round curriculum of classes and workshops; assess student, parent and instructor feedback; recruit and hire all Youth Program teaching artists and staff; oversee Youth Exhibitions for multiple shows on-site and off.
Manager
Develop and administer Youth Programs budgets and submit invoices for payment through agency contracts; work collaboratively to support fundraising priorities; work collaboratively to develop and distribute marketing materials for Youth Programs; supervise summer programming, including temporary staff, drafting contracts, gathering lesson plans and supplies and resolving student behavioral issues; coordinate all correspondences with Youth Programs constituencies; effectively manage work-study assistant and Teen Art Studios Coordinator.
General
Purchase and maintain art supply inventory; ensure that all contact information is up to date; respond promptly to parent/ guardian/student phone calls and emails.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Required Qualifications
This position requires an educator/manager with vision for the broader scope of Youth Programs at Gage and can provide clear supervision and direction for the teaching artists who work as independent contractors and part-time program staff. The applicant must understand the educational theories underlying arts education; basic principles of arts youth organizing and youth development; be able to meet tight deadlines; handle difficult customers gracefully and possess superb oral and written communication skills.
The position requires a minimum of three years professional experience in arts education, arts administration or a related field and a Bachelors degree in Fine Art, Art Education, Art Administration, Museum Studies or Education (or a combination of education and/ experience that provides an equivalent background).
Applicant must have previous management experience; excellent organizational skills; ability to perform a wide variety of tasks and strategically set priorities; be highly detail-oriented; and make judicious programmatic decisions. Be proficient with PC computers (knowledge of Macs a plus) and Microsoft software applications including Word, Excel and Access (or similar database programs).
Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility is required.
Desired Personal Qualities
Compensation & Benefits
Mid-range compensation
Benefits include fully-paid health insurance; partial dental insurance; life insurance; two weeks vacation, six sick days & six national holidays; tuition-free art programs at Gage Academy of Art.
Reviews
New employees reviewed after three to six months and performance reviews scheduled annually
To Apply
E-mail a cover letter and current professional resume to Pamela Belyea, Executive Director, Pamela@GageAcademy.org.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Gage Youth Programs Mission
Gage Youth Programs offer practical art instruction in drawing, painting and 3-D design for 6- to 18- year-olds. Our curriculum encourages students to explore new materials and techniques, develop creative problem solving skills and celebrate self-expression. Gage is dedicated to providing professional teaching artists to present engaging, age-appropriate classes that empower young artists to be seen and heard.
GAGE YOUTH PROGRAMS MANAGER
The role of the Gage Youth Programs Manager is to design and implement an exemplary arts program for young artists and to represent Gage to the local and national community.
The Youth Programs Manager should have non-profit arts organization experience including excellent management, and problem-solving skills; the ability to anticipate programmatic needs and growth opportunities; and a comprehensive knowledge of local and national trends in arts education. Gage offers a professional and creative work environment. The Youth Programs Manager should have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, and as part of a team. S/he would focus on refining and expanding the five program areas for the Youth Programs at Gage while ensuring that Gage deepens its connections to the full diversity of Seattle's youth and their families.
The Youth Programs Manager at Gage must effectively work with the following Gage staff members on a regular basis: Executive Director, School Manager, Registrar, Financial Director, Communications Manager, Exhibitions Coordinator, Development Manager, and the Facilities Manager. The Youth Programs Committee offers support to the Youth Programs Manager for strategic plans, curriculum design, budget planning, organizational partnerships, fundraising and programmatic expansions.
The Youth Programs Manager must be an effective planner who is deeply committed to engaging young people from a variety of communities and backgrounds and passionate about arts learning. The Youth Programs Manager administers: after school classes, Saturday Classes, Teen Art Studios (Friday & Saturday nights), Kids & Teens Summer Workshops, and the Teen Intensive. Currently, the Youth Programs Manager position is full-time (32-40hr/wk).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leader
Cultivate collaborations and partnerships with museums, schools, community organizations, and government agencies that result in expanded opportunities for youth artists and Gage Youth Programs.
Educator
Schedule a progressive, dynamic year-round curriculum of classes and workshops; assess student, parent and instructor feedback; recruit and hire all Youth Program teaching artists and staff; oversee Youth Exhibitions for multiple shows on-site and off.
Manager
Develop and administer Youth Programs budgets and submit invoices for payment through agency contracts; work collaboratively to support fundraising priorities; work collaboratively to develop and distribute marketing materials for Youth Programs; supervise summer programming, including temporary staff, drafting contracts, gathering lesson plans and supplies and resolving student behavioral issues; coordinate all correspondences with Youth Programs constituencies; effectively manage work-study assistant and Teen Art Studios Coordinator.
General
Purchase and maintain art supply inventory; ensure that all contact information is up to date; respond promptly to parent/ guardian/student phone calls and emails.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Required Qualifications
This position requires an educator/manager with vision for the broader scope of Youth Programs at Gage and can provide clear supervision and direction for the teaching artists who work as independent contractors and part-time program staff. The applicant must understand the educational theories underlying arts education; basic principles of arts youth organizing and youth development; be able to meet tight deadlines; handle difficult customers gracefully and possess superb oral and written communication skills.
The position requires a minimum of three years professional experience in arts education, arts administration or a related field and a Bachelors degree in Fine Art, Art Education, Art Administration, Museum Studies or Education (or a combination of education and/ experience that provides an equivalent background).
Applicant must have previous management experience; excellent organizational skills; ability to perform a wide variety of tasks and strategically set priorities; be highly detail-oriented; and make judicious programmatic decisions. Be proficient with PC computers (knowledge of Macs a plus) and Microsoft software applications including Word, Excel and Access (or similar database programs).
Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility is required.
Desired Personal Qualities
- Committed and enthusiastic about Gage Academy mission and programs
- Highly resourceful & flexible
- Strategist adept at planning, prioritizing, multi-tasking, organizing and following through
- Energetic and focused
- Team builder with strong skills in management and leadership
- Straightforward, self-motivated and diplomatic
- Willing to work with all constituencies involved with Gage Youth Programs
Compensation & Benefits
Mid-range compensation
Benefits include fully-paid health insurance; partial dental insurance; life insurance; two weeks vacation, six sick days & six national holidays; tuition-free art programs at Gage Academy of Art.
Reviews
New employees reviewed after three to six months and performance reviews scheduled annually
To Apply
E-mail a cover letter and current professional resume to Pamela Belyea, Executive Director, Pamela@GageAcademy.org.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE