PAC Teaching Artist
$62,400–$72,800 year
RemoteUnited States or US
Job Summary
Lead the implementation of the Arts Facilitator Training program inside Ironwood State Prison, conducting regular mentor visits to support teaching assistants and peer facilitators. Deliver multidisciplinary arts programming within correctional institutions while submitting post-class reports after every site visit. Collaborate with the PAC Leadership team and regional staff to ensure classes have appropriate supplies, organize on-site delivery, and support planned events and exhibitions. Communicate monthly with leadership and participate in teacher and FT mentor meetings to share updates and address logistical challenges. Manage multiple coordination tasks and adapt plans to meet changing program or site needs. Candidates must reside in California near SDSU, complete background checks and CITI certification, and hold at least four years of teaching experience, preferably in correctional settings.
Required Qualifications
- Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with courses focused in adult education and curriculum planning
- One year of experience in planning classes or programs in a specialized field or area, preferably in higher, extended or adult education OR previous teaching experience in higher or extended education
- 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 SDSURF authorization to work
- Must successfully complete CITI certification and implement IRB-approved research practices at the designated site
- At least four years of teaching experience total
- Experience teaching in correctional settings
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Studio Art, Art Education, or Art History or similar experience in art and arts education
- MFA preferred
- Practicing and/or experienced artists
- Experience with PAC or other Arts in Corrections organizations
- We strongly encourage candidates with lived experience of the justice system to apply for consideration
Additional Requirements
- Candidates must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at 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 SDSURF authorization to work
- Must successfully complete CITI certification and implement IRB-approved research practices at the designated site
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