Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) Gallery Educator

 

Title: Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) Gallery Educator

State Role Title: Education Support Specialist I

Hiring Range: $20.00/hour

Pay Band: 2

Agency: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Location: MAIN MUSEUM

Agency Website: vmfa.museum

Recruitment Type: General Public – G

Job Duties

The Tour Services Department within the Art and Education Division is seeking two engaging and knowledgeable bi-lingual (Spanish/English) Gallery Educators to facilitate tours of the upcoming Frida: Beyond the Myth exhibition, on view at VMFA April 4 through September 27, 2025. This part-time temporary position will span from March 2025 to September 2025.

The primary responsibility for this position is to assist the Tour Services Department with facilitating guided group tours for student and adult groups throughout the run of the exhibition. Responsibilities may also include periodic work with other museum events, including Family Days and Community outreach. This non-exempt, part-time position will average approximately 20 hours of work per week, with a flexible schedule that accommodates requests, including weekends and evenings. Hours will include research, admin, and touring time. Schedules will be finalized at least two weeks in advance.

VMFA’s Education Department centers on the core values of Quality, Collaboration, and being Community-centered. Through art and shared experiences, we invite an exchange of diverse perspectives to uncover layers of meaning and in turn, support discovery, learning, and deeper connections. VMFA staff enjoy museum benefits like free admission to special exhibitions, previews of special exhibitions, employee pricing for select museum programs and classes, and discounts at Amuse Restaurant, Best Café, and VMFA Shop.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning, preparing, and delivering engaging guided tours in both English and Spanish for K-College and Adult Groups.
• Interacting with diverse audiences, fostering dialogue and encouraging exploration of Kahlo’s art.
• Evaluating and adjusting tour content based on visitor feedback and current educational best practices.
• Participating in required Tour Guide Training sessions and staff workshops.
• Assisting in the development of educational resources to enhance group visits.
• Managing bookings, group correspondence, payment processing, and greeting groups, along with other logistical duties related to tours.
• Answering visitor questions and engaging with group members in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner.
• Addressing any issues or emergencies that may arise during tours.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Fluency in both English and Spanish, with excellent verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Strong knowledge of Art and Art History, particularly modernism
• Previous experience in museum education, leading tours, or a related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences through effective storytelling and educational techniques.
• Familiarity with current educational trends in the museum field.
• Experience in developing educational content or programming.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a friendly and approachable demeanor.
• Flexibility to work weekends and evenings is required.
• Must be able to work and study independently.

Additional Considerations:

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities typically gained and demonstrated through completion of:
Bachelor’s degree in Art, Art History, Education, Museum Studies, or a related field.
Prior work experience with groups and students.
Prior work experience in a museum or cultural arts organization.
Degree in art and art history or equivalent training or experience.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Selected candidates must pass a criminal history background check.

Deadline to apply is February 2, 2025. Please contact the HR office at recruitment@vmfa.museum if you need assistance. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is an EEO/AA, Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified Employer.

Please submit three (3) references. Provide full name, phone number and email address. References may be attached in a separate document in the “other” field in the portal; or they may be included with the resume or cover letter.

Professional references are preferred. Other reference types will also receive consideration. References should be able to attest to your knowledge, skills, and abilities, especially qualifications relevant to the position for which you are applying.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources Services

Phone: please email

Email: recruitment@vmfa.museum

 

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.