Careers

Education & Outreach Coordinator 

Women & Their Work seeks a part time Education & Outreach Coordinator to join our team. Women & Their Work is a contemporary visual and performing arts organization located in east Austin. For 48 years, Women & Their Work has brought groundbreaking art created by women to Austin with exhibitions, performances and education programs. 

The Education & Outreach Coordinator plays a vital role in this effort and will work closely with all staff. This position assists with the day to day operations of the gallery, provides administrative support and oversight of education programs, which began in 1986 and now serve over 1,200 children annually.

Position Description:

Education

  • Assist with the planning and implementation of education & select public programs for students & adults
  • Coordinate, schedule and lead education workshops
  • Help develop interpretive materials of exhibitions which may include developing curriculum, gallery guides, and interactive materials for a variety of audiences.
  • Research school programs and community partners to help build new audiences
  • Support on and off-site activity and perform administrative work related to education, public programs, and gallery

Outreach

  • Lead outreach to invite community members to exhibitions and events
  • Develop sustainable, reciprocal relationships within the community, including advocating for and engaging diverse audiences.
  • Plan and coordinate a variety of community events, workshops, performances, and social gatherings 
  • Recruit, train and oversee event and gallery volunteers
  • Act as a liaison between W&TW and community members, responding to inquiries, concerns, and feedback in a timely and helpful manner.

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Experience coordinating educational, outreach, and/or public programs.
  • Ability to work well in a fast paced environment while managing multiple tasks
  • Ability to work effectively with participants and organizations representing a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
  • Good communication skills and interest in working with audiences of all ages
  • Strong written and visual communications skills
  • Well-organized and excellent attention to detail.
  • Self-directed and able to work with a small staff and volunteers

Evaluation: During weekly meetings, the Education & Outreach Coordinator will work with the staff to create project timelines, give updates on progress, and discuss any issues or training needs. 

Schedule & Hourly rate: 25-30 hours per week at the gallery between the hours of 10am – 6pm Monday-Friday; including some evenings to participate in W&TW programs and events. 

$28 per hour paid bi-monthly.

To Apply: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Please email Diane Sikes, sikes@womenandtheirwork.org with the following:

  • A cover letter letting us know about your experience and what you would contribute
  • Resume
  • Contact information for three references
  • Your availability Monday- Friday