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Art Gallery Attendant (Full-Time)

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$19.25/hr

The Art Gallery Attendant protects the museum's collection, staff, and visitors while at the same ... Reports suspicious activity to managers/supervisors as necessary. * Examines display cases to ...

Toledo Museum of Art

Director of Finance

Toledo, OH · On-site

$150 - $210/hr

... our collection, our innovative and extensive education programs, and our architecturally ... Serve as a member of the Museum's Enterprise Risk Management team. * Manage operational cash flow ...

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Blacksmithing Art Instructor (Fall Semester)

Toledo Museum of Art

Toledo, OH • On-site

$30/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Blacksmithing Art Instructor
Department: Education
Reports to: Glass Studio Programs Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Status: Temporary, Assignment-Based Teaching
Compensation: $30.00/teaching hours and $15.00/prep hours
Date: Fall Semester, October 03, 2026 through December 04, 2026; potential renewal for future semesters if all parties agree
Since our founding in 1901, the Toledo Museum of Art has earned a global reputation for the quality of our collection, our innovative and extensive education programs, and our architecturally significant campus.
And thanks to the benevolence of its founders, as well as the continued support of its members, TMA remains a privately endowed, non-profit institution and opens its collection to the public, free of charge.
SUMMARY
The Blacksmithing Art Instructor develops and delivers object-based lessons created from a theme or topic relating to the Museum's collection, exhibitions, or other public offerings. The instructor will work in the Museum's blacksmithing studios and teach classes for teens and adults. Contracts for this position are issued per class each term, dependent upon class enrollment.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
The TMA Blacksmithing Art Instructor performs the following essential duties on site at TMA.
  • Presents Studio Art workshops and classes in the subject of blacksmithing and/or welding by:
    • Creates and facilitates lessons based upon themes or topics that are inspired by the Museum's collection, special exhibitions and are responsive to student interests.
    • Prepares and presents gallery and studio activities.
  • Participates in self-reflection, training and evaluation processes as scheduled.
  • Performs related administrative duties preliminary and/or following studio classes and workshops, including but not limited to submitting lesson plans and supply requests for workshops and classes.
  • Provides basic instruction to TMA students, on a pre-arranged basis, to allow them to create projects in the studio and learn the basics.
  • Supervises students to guide their efforts and assure safe use of materials and equipment.
  • Adhere to all safety practices standard in a blacksmithing and welding studio facility and any additional safety practices implemented by Museum management.
  • As a public benefit corporation, the Museum requires every staff member to act as a visitor advocate at all times. This includes acknowledging visitors and striving to make them feel welcome, comfortable and eager to return.
  • Other duties as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the Glass Studio Programs Manager and works closely with the Studio Programs Manager as well as other members of the Education team including the 3D Studio Manger. Works across departments and with other Museum staff as appropriate.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor of Fine Arts with specialization in blacksmithing or equivalent professional experience.
  • Requires 1-3 years' experience teaching.
  • Knowledgeable of or willingness to learn about the Museum's collections.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES AND ABILITIES
  • Creative educator with a passion for art education and demonstrated ability to formulate and implement blacksmithing art lessons.
  • Competency with blacksmithing and welding materials and equipment, art education methods, and experience working with teens and adults.
  • Willingness to adjust and adapt methods to accommodate emphasis on Museum pedagogy and resources.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work with people of a wide variety of ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
  • Experience, interest, and enthusiasm in working with students in an art museum, classroom or cultural setting.
  • Reliability and dependability. Must be able to attend sessions and work flexible hours (weekend and evenings required).
  • Basic computer skills: ability to use internet and e-mail; knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred.
  • Ability to work evenings.
  • Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment screening to include a background check and drug screen.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work takes place in a blacksmithing studio environment with elevated temperatures and on-going exposure to hot forges, welding equipment and other materials requiring careful handling. There is a strong physical component of this position requiring lifting or moving materials or equipment as necessary to perform all duties. Must be able to communicate verbally. Prepare for class environment with 6-8 students and ability to work evenings.
The Toledo Museum of Art provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state statutes. The Museum is committed to maintaining an environment in which all employees are treated equitably and given the opportunity to achieve their full potential in the workplace. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at jobs@toledomuseum.org or (567)-666-0387.

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