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Open Studio Monitor
ORGANIZATION: Educational Alliance/Manny Cantor Center
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13 people are interested
The Educational Alliance Art School is one of New York City’s premier community art schools, offering high-quality instruction in the visual arts. As a cultural resource, the Art School fosters an outlet for community engagement and dialogue in the arts through our gallery and public programs. We are committed to serving the greatest diversity of students, out of our belief that everyone, regardless of age, ethnicity, or socio-economic status, should have the opportunity for self-expression and lifelong learning.
The Art School will launch the MCC Maker Program as a pilot program from April - June, 2019. The MCC Maker program will provide studio space for crafters and artists to gather, create, inspire, teach, learn and build community.
WHAT IS YOUR COMMITMENT?
Monitoring (80%)
- Communications: Maintain positive communications with Maker Program members during Open Studio sessions. Welcome everyone, monitor sign in and check in with members periodically. Follow up with and Educational Alliance staff as needed by email or in person.
- Technical Assistance: Support members on an as needed basis with general questions about the space, materials, tools, etc.
- Community: Ensure all members follow the policies and social norms as outlined in the Maker Program Open Studio Handbook.
Studio Maintenance and Clean Up (20%)
- Arrive 15 minutes before official start of Open Studio to ensure studio is unlocked and set up for Open Studio.
- In the last 30 minutes of Open Studio, ensure members clean the studio according to established community agreements.
- Monitor organization and cleanliness of the studio and provide status updates to supervisor
Dates: April - June 2018
*Must be available Weekday evenings and Weekends*
BENEFITS FOR VOLUNTEERS:
- Acquire knowledge of working on a team
- Gain professional experience from within a community center
- Access to volunteer meet-ups and organizational events, including workshops, networking opportunities and social events
- Tracking of volunteer hours to your school, synagogue, or other institution
- Get access to art studio space for your own projects
WE NEED YOUR HANDS. WE NEED YOUR HEARTS, WE NEED YOUR VOICES.
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About Educational Alliance/Manny Cantor Center
Location:
197 E BROADWAY, NEW YORK, NY 10002, US
Mission Statement
Educational Alliance brings together and partners with diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities..
Description
Our commitment to the diversity of the Lower East Side is reflected in our programming: Head Start classrooms sit alongside our private preschool; the Weinberg Center for Balanced Living creates community for older adults of all backgrounds and abilities; our fitness center is utilized by neighborhood residents of all ethnicities, income levels, and ages through an innovative tiered membership model. The Educational Alliance Art School uses the study and mastery of fine arts to forge connections between students and master teachers. Afterschool programs serve community needs for recreation, fitness, education, and college preparation. Community and cultural programming invites deep conversation and calls to action.
The Manny Cantor Center is the flagship building of Educational Alliance, a community-based organization offering a wide range of programs that integrate education, social services, arts and recreation throughout the Lower East Side and East Village. Created to assist Eastern European Jews immigrating to NYC, it has been serving the area since 1889. Educational Alliance has grown and changed as the Lower East Side has; now serving the diverse population that currently resides here.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
197 East BroadwayManny Cantor CenterNew York, NY 10002
DATE POSTED
September 4, 2019
SKILLS
- Visual Arts
- Drawing
- Painting
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 21
- 4 hour Shifts, twice a week
- Experience in art and craft-making Positive communications skills, comfort with giving directions and holding others accountable Self-motivated, highly efficient, and able to