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Education Assistant

Program stream:
Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations
Job title:
Education Assistant
Organization name:
The Art Gallery of Peterborough
Job location:
Peterborough, Ontario
Length of assignment:
2019-06-03 to 2019-08-28 (12.6 weeks)
Hourly wage:
$16.46
General Information:
Job Title: Education Assistant
Duration: Monday June 3 to Friday August 30, 2019
35 hours per week
Application Deadline: May 6, 2019


How to apply:
Apply through the Young Canada Works portal with a cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the position along with a current resume or CV.

Applicants must be YCW eligible.

The Art Gallery of Peterborough is seeking an Education Assistant through the Young Canada Works Program. Candidates must be full-time students who are returning to studies on a full-time basis in the next academic year as is the requirement of the YCW program.

The AGP is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
About the AGP:
The Art Gallery of Peterborough (AGP) is a non-profit gallery with a history of groundbreaking exhibitions and programs. Located in the heart of the city of Peterborough, we are rooted in the Kawartha region yet reach across the nation to present and collect contemporary Canadian art. We develop programs that support our exhibitions and encourage discourse through talks, workshops, and publications. We are committed to providing multiple access points that are welcoming and inspiring while remaining challenging.

Applicants are encouraged to explore our website, agp.on.ca for insight into our operations, including our five-year Strategic Plan.

Project & Job Objectives:
The Education Assistant (EA) is an essential part of the AGP team and will work closely with the Curator and Education Coordinator during a very high profile season. The AGP provides important programming and access to art with a small staff, allowing the EA to integrate quickly into most aspects of education and make a valuable contribution. The AGP is a prime environment in which to gain hands-on experience with art education for all ages. The Education Assistant role ensures the quality of our summer education programs and assists in the preparations for future programming leaving a positive impact beyond the duration of the contract.

The EA will work closely with the Education Coordinator and the Curator. The EA’s primary role is to assist in planning and implementing the AGP’s Education programs and Youth Volunteer program. This includes conducting school education tours of gallery exhibitions and supporting workshops.

The EA is involved in volunteer recruitment, interviewing, training, scheduling, ongoing management and evaluations for 12 to 15 youth volunteers, ages 14 to 20, throughout the summer.

They will develop plans for and deliver a program for our open studio events, including the annual Canada Day open house.

The EA will act as the front line contact person for our annual seven weeks of Summer Art Camps for children and teens ages 4 to 17. This includes registration, processing payments, and maintaining class lists and up-to-date Health Forms for all participants. Day-to-day management includes morning check-in, lunch breaks, outdoor time, and afternoon check-outs. They will serve as liaison between Instructors, Youth Volunteers, and the AGP Education Coordinator. The EA will be able to lead a class of students, age 4 to 11, and be prepared to take on instructing duties when required.

Other tasks include assisting with marketing for the AGP’s Annual Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour, including brochure and poster distribution, signage and other marketing tools. The EA will also assist with Visitor Services, Gallery Shop and Front Desk Reception, Opening Receptions, artist talks and other activities as needed.
Orientation and Supervision will primarily be carried out by the Education Coordinator and Curator.
Our ideal candidate will have proven organizational and leadership skills in the arts and cultural sector. They must be able to work independently with minimal supervision; coordinate a number of tasks at one time and must be a team player committed to quality customer service.

The ideal candidate should have an education or background in studio practice and art education. They should have a keen interest and background in working with children and youth and preferably have teaching qualifications. A background in volunteer management is an asset.

The ideal candidate will be required to provide (or obtain) a current criminal reference check with vulnerable sector check, First Aid and Accessible Customer Service training, as a condition of employment. Computer skills required: Word, Excel. Photoshop is considered an asset.

Characteristics of city/region:
Peterborough is a diverse and active community with a population of approximately 81,000 people, and offers excellent opportunities with both Trent University and Fleming College located in the City. The community and region is culturally rich, with many festivals and activities happening throughout the year.

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