In support of OSU Museum of Art’s commitment to enhance visual literacy and critical thinking skills, the Curator of Education, K-12 is responsible for establishing and overseeing the education programs and public activities focusing on a K-12 and community audience. The Curator will bridge the museum and the community through in-depth curriculum-based programs and other initiatives that will foster reliance on the museum’s resources, particularly the permanent collection and its special exhibitions, as integral learning tools. This position will strengthen existing programs and implement new ones, pursue active collaborations throughout the community, and play a key role in developing and achieving short and long-term educational goals for the museum. The Curator will work closely with the educational team and co-lead initiatives engaging the OSU Museum of Art as a teaching museum and host for cross-disciplinary and civic dialogue. This position is a continuing 12-month administrative and professional staff position reporting to the Director of the Museum.
Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in art education, museum education, or related field. Three years of experience in art education or related field.
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in art education, art history, or related field – strongly preferred. Experience in museums or cultural heritage institutions. Experience with contemporary practices in all levels of museum education.
Hiring Range: $50,000 – $68,000
To learn more about this opportunity, visit https://okstate.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/8/home/requisition/18550?c=okstate, or contact Lacy Brown at lacy.brown@okstate.edu for a full description. Initial review of applicants will begin on 10/17/2024.
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