Summer Art: Ceramics Educator

Summer Program Dates: June 22 - July 10th

Summer Course: Art: Ceramics

Description

Geffen Academy Educators approach teaching as an intellectual profession of the highest order, one in which knowledge is not only transmitted but created. Geffen Academy Educators possess a sophisticated and reflective understanding of their discipline and a record of achievement which demonstrates their ability to utilize and contribute to the robust connections we have with UCLA, a world-class research institution. Educators' innovation is guided by our school's mission to prioritize proven educational practices while also recognizing that teaching is a complex intellectual endeavor that defies rigid codification. We are committed to a humane working environment and also recognize that teaching goes beyond the life of the mind. Geffen Academy Educators seek to create trusting and caring relationships with their students and with their larger community.

Summary

The creative enrichment course in ceramics will focus on bringing the experience of everyday life into sculptural form. Students will have technical demonstrations, brief art theory lectures, and technical guidance with significant time to develop their skills in rendering and artistic thinking to make sculptural narratives that reflect their lived experiences. The course will conclude with a group critique where each student will share their work and engage in a discussion of their artistic choices and what they mean in the work.

This summer enrichment course in drawing and painting encourages middle school students to translate their everyday experiences into vibrant visual art. Students will participate in fun and informative technical demonstrations, brief art theory sessions, and receive personalized guidance. They'll have plenty of time to experiment with their artistic style and create pieces that reflect their own stories. The course will wrap up with an enjoyable group critique, where students will present their artwork and discuss the imaginative decisions behind their creations.

The summer art course for rising 6th grade students will provide students with a comprehensive overview of middle school art. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in visual arts and experience working with middle school students. This position will involve creating and implementing an engaging art curriculum that inspires creativity, critical thinking, and artistic expression. Students can expect to practice drawing, painting, ceramics, and digital art.

Under the direction of the Summer Program Director at Geffen Academy at UCLA, the Educator will create this course of study, prepare materials, and deliver an excellent summer enrichment course. The Educator will teach one ceramics course to students in the 5th Grade Foundations program. The course will be an hour long and meet daily over a three week period. All courses will be taught in-person on Geffen Academy's campus.

Job Duties

• Consistent with the department's goals, participate in the design and development of curricula that develops a creative and innovative mindset and joy in the Geffen Academy's students.
• Build a creative program for secondary school students in areas such as, but not limited to: creative thinking, meta cognition, 3D art, and ceramics.
• Support students in a dynamic process of project planning and execution of created curriculum, including hands-on opportunities for students to express themselves through multiple mediums and modalities.
• This list of duties is not exhaustive.

School: https://www.geffenacademy.ucla.edu

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in a related field and a strong background in secondary education.
• Should have familiarity with educational management systems including Blackbaud, Google Classroom, and Zoom.
• Unquestionable personal integrity, excellent judgment, sound instincts, diplomacy and patience, and strong work ethic.
• Strong background in secondary education, including creating and producing high quality curriculum and educational programming, with a clear understanding and embrace of the school's mission, vision, and values.
• The ability to think and act strategically combined with a strong commitment to providing an excellent and accessible educational experience for each student.
• Must be self-directed and able to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks subject to frequent interruption.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills to articulate and explain complex issues to the Geffen Academy senior staff, families, and students.
• Highly perceptive and intuitive.
• Exceptional listening skills and sensitivity to the needs of others.
• Collegially inclined with peers; a willing communicator and collaborator; enthusiastic team player.
• Comfortable working within a fast-paced summer program environment.
• Commitment to Geffen Academy's mission, values, and educational philosophy.

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

References will be checked before an offer is made.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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