Creative Scholars Program Specialist

Temple University's Tyler School of Art and Architecture is searching for a Creative Scholars Program Specialist.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

Full medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)

Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE

A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Grade: T25

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Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Exhibitions and Public Programs, the Creative Scholars Program Specialist plans, develops, and manages the Tyler Creative Scholars program at the Tyler School of Art and Architecture.

The Tyler Creative Scholars program (TCS) is a weekend, pre-college program designed for students from public and charter high schools in the School District of Philadelphia. The program aims to: 1) provide high quality art instruction to underserved Philadelphia students who possess exceptional ability and promise in the arts; 2) create opportunities and open doors for students who might not otherwise have access to such instruction; and 3) provide college experiences for underrepresented students interested in pursuing a college degree in the arts or design.

TCS offers a year-long curriculum that provides in-depth learning experiences that enable students to advance their work and prepare for college-level art study. In addition to artistic preparation, TCS offers college literacy workshops to support students' success in the college admissions process and beyond. Plans for future program development include a high school summer internship program with local arts organizations that will enable students to gain additional knowledge and experience in the arts.

This position does required FBI Fingerprinting and Child Abuse Background Check.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree

• At least 3 years of experience teaching in an academic setting or arts organization.

• Experience working with and supporting underrepresented and underserved populations in an educational setting, such as a university campus, K-12 school, community organization or museum.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Broad understanding of art and experience in artmaking

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills along with the ability to effectively interact with a diverse group of administrators, faculty, students, and community members.

• Experience in outreach, promotion, and/or marketing.

• Ability to lead meetings and make effective presentations to different size groups.

• Strong analytical skills along with the ability to present findings.

• Ability to travel locally and work weekends as needed.

• Ability to work independently as well as with a team.

Preferred

• Master's degree or advanced training

• Experience and ability in academic advising and/or student support

• Proficiency in Spanish

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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