Job Description

The CAP Program Manager is primarily responsible for administration of all aspects of assigned in-school and out-of-school arts education programs for youth. This position coordinates logistics for CAP programs in all artistic disciplines, including arts education and arts integration programs. The CAP Program Manager position reports to the Executive Director.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (included but are not limited to):

Program Administration (30%)

• Oversees curriculum, syllabus, outline and lesson plan development for CAP Programs.
• Assists in the hiring of Lead Instructors and Student Instructors.
• Leads administrative aspects of assigned CAP programs, and supports and manages Lead Instructors.
• Coordinates all logistics, including scheduling programs, ordering equipment and supplies, arranging transportation, etc.
• Recruits youth participants for CAP programs, fields youth participant inquiries, manages concerns, and implements participant code of conduct.
• Conducts periodic site visits to evaluate program quality and effectiveness and completes individual program evaluations using CAP program assessment tools, and compiles and maintains an archive of applicable lesson plans.
• Implements assessment of youth participant learning and instructor performance through assessment tools to measure the impact of CAP’s overall programming.
• Reviews and gathers program impact data throughout the school year to evaluate programs and assess programmatic processes.
• Creates a safe learning environment for CAP youth participants and student instructors. Abides by the rules, regulations, policies and directives of CalArts and CAP as they now exist or as may be adopted by CalArts and/or CAP during the appointment period. Ensures that instructors follow all CAP Policies & Procedures at CAP Program Sites.
• Completes data entry and ensures timely updating of program and partner information, and participant records in CAP databases, including program curricula, lesson plans, contact information and attendance records.
• Works with CAP Executive Director to develop individual program budgets on a yearly basis and works with the CAP Finance Manager to implement and monitor the budget.
• Provides timely information about assigned programs and works closely with the Executive Director on all aspects of fundraising for CAP programs, including cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Works closely with the Director on the implementation of program evaluations.
• Works closely with the Director on all aspects of communications about assigned programs through social media, print publications, advertising, press releases, email, publications, and websites.
• Documents program activities through video, photography, interviews, surveys, etc.
• Provides classroom support as needed.
• Maintains assigned storage areas.

Instructor Supervision & Training (25%)

• Works with CalArts lead instructors to recruit, interview, assign and train student instructors for each program.
• Supervises CAP student instructors in collaboration with CalArts lead instructors.
• Provides discipline specific pedagogical training for CalArts student instructors through the CAP training program.
• Conducts assessments of student instructor performance and makes recommendations for improvements in teaching.
• Verifies student instructor eligibility for employment.
• Oversees student instructor lesson plan content and structure, and classroom management.
• Maintains a high degree of confidentiality at all times on HR issues related to faculty and student status and performances, student and faculty grievances, and other program concerns.
• Reviews and approves instructor timesheets.
• Directly supervises volunteers and interns of assigned programs.

Community Engagement (35%)

• Cultivates and maintains positive relationships with site administrators, community organization leaders, and parents.
• Researchers and becomes familiar with the contributions and needs of the diverse communities of Los Angeles county.
• Serves as first point of contact for partner administrators on program logistics.
• Actively participates in community building and engagement with program partners.
• Represents CalArts and the CAP program in public, including partner organizations, prospective students and their families.

Event Management (5%)

• Plans and produces culmination events, film screenings, readings and art exhibitions for programs in collaboration with Lead Instructors.
• Implements procedures and practices for the management of exhibitions and artworks.
• Works with CAP Administrative and Finance Manager to arrange transportation for field trips and events.
• Assists Executive Director in fundraising and public relations events.

Program Development (5%)

• Brainstorms, researches and proposes with CAP staff the creation of innovative, new programming, and any other new ideas that support and enhance CAP’s mission.
• Designs special projects and programs utilizing information gleaned from programmatic assessments.
• Relies on arts education textbooks, educational standards, and programmatic assessment rubrics to evaluate CAP’s programmatic impact.
• Develops study guides, instructor handbooks, how-to-videos, training and evaluation tools, and other educational materials in collaboration with staff and lead artist instructors.
• Participates in national peer group meetings, conferences and professional development trainings.
• Keeps abreast of trends in higher education, arts education, adolescent development, and youth leadership development, community arts and teacher training.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically about complex educational challenges.
• Great skill in eliciting cooperation from a wide range of constituents.
• Exceptional ability in managing and supervising students.
• Superior problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of current California state educational standards, best practices in teaching, and regulations about working with minors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Great attention to detail.
• Advanced familiarity with Macs, Microsoft Office, FileMaker Pro, Adobe Suite, and video editing software.

ABILITIES

• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Exceptional ability to collaborate and work well with others, including students, faculty, lead instructors and staff.
• Ability to interact and communicate in a professional, diplomatic and clear manner with multiple constituencies.
• Ability to exercise discretion and tact, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to demonstrate a high-level of initiative.
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands and tasks in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a calm and professional manner
• Ability to attend assigned programs and work on Saturdays throughout the academic year, as well as occasional extended hours, including evenings, as needed.

EDUCATION

• Master’s Degree

EXPERIENCE

• Three to five years at minimum of professional experience in coordinating arts education programs for youth, including arts integration programs. Experience at an institution of higher education is highly preferred.
• Three years of experience supervising personnel.
• Three years of experience in implementing program evaluations and student assessments, including data collection strategies, survey implementation, data analysis, and reporting.
• Experience in student development and leadership theory in higher education.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice in education.
• Knowledge of current research associated with arts education and K-12 curricula, key policies in K-12 education (NCLB, ESEA, Common Core, etc.) and the California State Visual and Performing Arts standards.
• Familiarity with animation, animation curricula, and software and technology related to current animation practices.
• Spanish language proficiency (written and spoken) a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS (include but are not limited to)

• Exposure to toner, white out, cleaning fluids, office equipment noise, talking, air conditioning and heating
• Prolonged periods of sitting
• Occasionally prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Reaching above or below shoulder level for equipment, files, or materials
• Manipulating computer keyboard
• Utilizing computer monitors, telephones, copier machine and other office equipment
• Pushing/pulling open and closed doors, cabinets and drawers
• Kneeling, stooping and/or crouching to reach files or materials

Application Instructions

This position is available immediately. If you are interested, please follow the link to Interfolio below:

Community Programs Manager - ID:106369

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

California Institute of the Arts shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.