Education Outreach Instructor

Job overview

The Education Outreach Instructor is a community-based role in Saugatuck, MI, with approximately half of the work off-site in schools and community locations; flexible or remote work may be available with supervisor approval. The salary range is $48,000–$55,000 per year. The Saugatuck Center for the Arts nurtures art, artists, and audiences through accessible creative programming and shared experiences. The instructor expands access to arts education and wellness by developing and facilitating creative learning for children and youth, while also supporting community-based programming for adults, older adults, and people with disabilities. The role works with educators, artists, and community partners to deliver inclusive programs and strengthen the organization’s educational impact.

What you'll do

• Teach and facilitate K–12 and youth outreach programs, including in-school programming, field trips, after-school programs, workshops, and Artist in Residence experiences
• support community outreach for adult audiences
• adapt interdisciplinary lessons to learner needs and program goals
• collaborate with artists and mentor teaching artists
• manage the Art Truck, materials, and mobile-program logistics
• support festival and event activities, including some evenings and weekends
• collect participant feedback and maintain records for program improvement and grant reporting.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

education outreach instructor

arts education

youth programs

k–12

community outreach

curriculum development

artist in residence

saugatuck mi

saugatuck center for the arts

off-site programming

evenings and weekends

$48k–$55k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) option
• generous vacation benefits.

Why this role

Approximately 50% of work occurs off-site, with regular daytime teaching and frequent evenings and weekends. Requires a valid driver’s license and regular regional travel, including safely operating a 22-foot box truck; ability to handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

About the employer

Saugatuck Center for the Arts is hiring for this role. Industry: Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities. Sector: 71.