Gallery Educator Program – Internship- The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

The Gallery Educator Program (The GEP) invites current graduate and undergraduate students from Texas Southern University and the University of Houston to participate. This program provides training in Object-Based Learning and In-Gallery facilitation, empowering gallery educators to engage with students K-12 across Houston.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff mentors and teachers to design and implement multidisciplinary lesson plans and guided learning experiences.
• Facilitate in-gallery discussions and activities aimed at enhancing students' academic development and fostering a deeper connection with art.
• Innovate methods for engaging diverse student audiences, including K-12 within the gallery

Qualifications

• Current enrollment as a graduate or undergraduate student at Texas Southern University or the University of Houston.
• Strong interest in teaching, art, art education, working with K-12 students
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Commitment to collaborative work and continuous learning in a museum setting.
• Proven track record of reliability and dependability in previous roles.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Benefits

• Training in Object-Based Learning 
• Opportunity to collaborate with experienced staff mentors and educators in the field.
• Hands-on experience in developing educational programs and resources.

For more information, please contact [email protected].