PAC Teaching Artist (Fresno Region)
$62,400–$72,800 year
RemoteUnited States or US
United States or USRemotePart Time$62,400–$72,800 yearLarge
Part TimeLarge
Job Summary
Facilitate music classes and mentor peer facilitators at Avenal State Prison and other CDCR institutions across California. Conduct regular on-site mentor visits, submit post-class reports after every site visit, and collaborate with the teaching team to ensure supplies are delivered timely and organized. Communicate monthly with PAC Leadership and participate in regional meetings to support event planning and exhibitions. Manage logistical challenges, anticipate supply needs, and adapt plans to meet changing program requirements while maintaining appropriate on-site organization.
Required Qualifications
- Candidates must reside in the designated region at the time of hire
- Job offer is contingent upon clearance of SDSU background check (including criminal record check)
- Must successfully complete annual CDCR clearance at the primary institution candidate will be supporting for SDSU authorization to work
- Must successfully complete CITI certification and implement IRB-approved research practices at the designated site
- One year of experience in planning classes or programs in a specialized field or area, preferably in higher, extended or adult education
- previous teaching experience in higher or extended education may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis
- At least four years of teaching experience total
- The ideal candidate will have experience teaching in correctional settings
- Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and consistently with PAC Leadership
- Ability to share updates, concerns, and recommendations during meetings and through written communication
- Ability to work effectively with diverse teams, including educators, peer facilitators, and leadership
- Ability to contribute meaningfully in meetings and collaborative planning sessions
- Ability to manage multiple meetings, deadlines, and coordination tasks
- Ability to anticipate supply needs and ensure timely delivery and on-site organization
- Ability to identify and resolve logistical or communication challenges
- Ability to adapt plans to meet changing program or site needs
- Ability to support the planning and execution of events and exhibitions in collaboration with PAC Leadership and teaching teams
- Candidate must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire
Desired Qualifications
- Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with courses focused in adult education and curriculum planning
- Bachelor's degree in Studio Art, Art Education, or Art History or similar experience in art and arts education
- MFA preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication and ability to collaborate with a team
- Desired qualities: creative problem solver, empathetic, detail oriented, responsive, dedicated to PAC mission
- Practicing and/or experienced artists preferred
- Experience with PAC or other Arts in Corrections organizations is preferred, but not required
- We strongly encourage candidates with lived experience of the justice system to apply for consideration
Additional Requirements
- Candidate must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire
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