And Spring Education Internship - School Programs/Get Smart With Art
Fall 2018 and Spring 2019 Education Internship - School Programs / Get Smart with Art (Unpaid) The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco are seeking current undergraduate or graduate college/university students to participate in an unpaid internship with the Get Smart with Art program in our Education Department. This internship provides participants with an in-depth understanding of the functions of FAMSF's permanent school programs and offers an opportunity for interns to actively support the program's mission. Schedule: The internship will last from October 3, 2018 through June 7, 2018. This internship is a total of 8 hours per week, 8:30 am-4:00 pm. Interns have the opportunity to also volunteer for Teacher Workshops on select weekends. Interviews will be held August 23, 24, 27, 28, and 29, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm or 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Duties: Intern responsibilities will include: 1. Program Support: Support daily preparation for school programs as well as assisting staff and observing the program. Support teaching artists with studio and tour group management. Additional event support may be requested for other Educational programs including Public Programs such as Friday Nights at the de Young, lectures/symposia, and special performances. 2. Program Evaluation and Reporting: Observe and record student learning in gallery and studio settings. Observe a range of teaching artists' methodologies and styles. 3. Communications: Check-in weekly with a designated staff member regarding successes and challenges observed in the program, as well as advocate for personal areas of interest. 4. Support: Interns will be asked to assist with additional administrative responsibilities including organizing program files and teacher resource library, assisting with curriculum assembly and researching upcoming special exhibitions as needed. Educational Opportunities: 1. Administrative Skills: Interns will learn how to use current computer programs necessary for coordinating School and Teacher Programs. 2. Facilitation Skills: Through shadowing and one on one mentorship, interns will develop a personal teaching philosophy. After completing the first semester, interns may be invited back to participate in an advanced portion of the program. In the second semester, interns will continue first semester tasks and will also: * Participate in two two-month mentorship with a teaching artist * Co-facilitate 'Visual Thinking Strategies' gallery tours * Lead specific components of studio sessions