Overview:
Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.
To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.
The UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art is a newly unified museum that brings together the academic depth of UC Irvine with the public presence of a major regional art institution. Led by Museum Director Kathryn Kanjo, the museum, brings together two renowned institutions under a shared vision of public access, scholarship, and meaningful cultural engagement across Orange County and beyond.
The museum cares for a collection of more than 9,000 works tracing California art from the nineteenth century to today. As the museum moves toward a single, consolidated home, its work will be centered in the 53,000-square-foot public-facing building in Costa Mesa designed for exhibitions, programs, and community gathering—bringing together education, research, and public engagement under one roof.
As part of the University of California, the UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art connects artists,students, scholars, and the public through exhibitions, programs, and collaborations that spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and inspire connection. The museum is entering an exciting new chapter, guided by a vision of curatorial excellence, accessibility, and service to the region's vibrant cultural landscape.
Responsibilities:
The UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art seeks inspirational Educators to facilitate tours and creative experiences that help visitors explore the transformative possibilities of art.
Under the direction and guidance of the Academic & Public Programs Manager and the K12 and Family Programs Manager, the educators support all aspects of educational programming inspired by the Museums exhibitions, including artmaking activities, offsite events, public programs, and more. The position designs and facilitates audience-centered experiences for learners that enable personally relevant connections with art. Additionally, Educators contribute to the collaborative, imaginative spirit of the Learning and Engagement Department by attending trainings, evaluating programs, and experimenting with informal and gallery-based pedagogies that uphold best practices in the field of museum education. A large portion of the Educators work will focus on K–12 school audiences but engagements with learners of all ages and backgrounds will be required.
Qualifications:
Required:
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Working knowledge of museum educational techniques and appropriate subject area content.
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Working knowledge of the learning characteristics of museum audiences.
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Working subject area knowledge presentation skills to diverse audiences, and in a variety of environments / settings.
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Strong verbal, interpersonal, presentation and written communication skills.
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Working knowledge of emerging educational technologies.
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Ability to work independently and use appropriate resources to accomplish assigned tasks / duties.
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Ability to maintain classroom attention.
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Ability to provide feedback and use mentoring techniques.
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Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines, adhere to scheduling procedures, and ensure timely preparation for program and tour delivery. Demonstrates strong communication skills by proactively coordinating with Program Managers and staff regarding scheduling needs and personal availability.
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Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
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Continuing education in related field required.
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1-2 years' experience working with K-12 students and/or family and adult audiences in an educational setting (formal or informal learning).
Preferred:
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Experience with curriculum and lesson planning, interpretive research particularly in an art museum or similar educational environment, is highly desirable.
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Experience teaching artmaking workshops / classes and/or experience working with a variety of art media.
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Experience working as part of a team and developing content collaboratively.
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Working knowledge of art history, modern and contemporary art, and a variety of artistic disciplines.
Special Conditions:
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Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
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Ability to assist with setup of programs, moving furniture and lifting up to 25 pounds on occasion
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Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Total Rewards
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
The expected pay range for this recruitment is $24.71- $30.28 (Hourly).
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
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Background Check and Live Scan
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Employment Misconduct*
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Legal Right to work in the United States
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Vaccination Policies
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Smoking and Tobacco Policy
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Drug Free Environment
- Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
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California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
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E-Verify
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Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
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 categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or
[email protected].
