The primary purpose of the position is to assist with implementing Art Around the Corner partnership (AAC)programs, focusing on community building with parents and families at each school.This position is in the Department of Gallery and Studio Learning of the National Gallery of Art’s Division of Learning and Engagement, working under the direction of the Manager of the AAC partnership program.

Duties

As the Museum Specialist (Educator) you will:

Requirements

• You must be a United States Citizen.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements.
• See "Other Information" section regarding Selective Service requirements.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet the Qualification Standards Handbook requirements for the GS-1016-9. A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is at least one year of experience, equivalent in responsibility to the GS-7 grade level in the Federal service, performing a variety of duties, with particular emphasis given to teaching programs in local schools, planning, organizing, and leading workshops, and curriculum development in an Art-based organization.   Your application and resume must demonstrate that you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather, you must show in your resume how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the KSAs identified below. If asked to do so, cite specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. DO NOT write "see resume" in your application! Those applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be evaluated against these factors to determine the best-qualified candidates. 1. Skill in writing curriculum and planning gallery experiences in order to help educate students. 2. Knowledge of communication techniques for students, donors and administrators. 3. Ability to build relationships with stakeholders for both schools and museums. 4. Knowledge of art history and art studio practices to help teach and engage students. 5. Because many of our students, teachers, and community members are multilingual, incumbent must have fluency in Spanish and be able to lead programs in both English and Spanish. Note: Applicants who are referred to the hiring office for selection consideration may be required to submit writing and/or work samples as part of the interview/selection process. If the hiring office decides to request a writing and/or work sample as part of its selection process, the vacancy contact will reach out to you by email to: (1) inform you of this requirement; and (2) provide further instructions.  "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration under merit promotion procedures. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

Basic Requirements:

 1. Candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent in responsibility to the federal NF-7 level, planning and implementing education programs for a multi-generational audience.

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2. Candidates must have completed one (1) full academic year of graduate level studies in education, art history or museum studies.

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3. Candidates must have completed four (4) years of full-time, college-level coursework (or equivalent) in any subject, with at least a 3.5 out of a possible 4.0 (or equivalent) grade point average.       

Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.

Contacts

• Address National Gallery of Art 4th and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20565 United States
• Name: Staffing
• Phone: 202-842-6814
• Email: [email protected]