Employment
Are you interested in joining a vibrant team with the shared goal of connecting people through creativity?
Interim Development Director – March – May
Email Shannon@arthausdecorah.org for an interview.
ArtHaus in Decorah, IA has been providing creative art experience for the community, age 2-adult, for over 15 years. The organization is supported by the community through grants, donations, and memberships. The Development Director’s role is to maintain and expand the contributions to the organization, in order to support ArtHaus’ mission and capacity to meet the community’s needs.
The Development Director reports to the Executive Director and will provide day-to-day management and oversight for the ArtHaus fundraising initiatives. This position will manage a comprehensive fundraising plan and appeal schedule including face to face and phone solicitation, online and in person fundraising. The Development Director will manage a portfolio of donors and will work to identify, cultivate and solicit gift support. They will research and apply for grants and other funding, plan and execute special events for members, create capacity assessments, and share the story of ArtHaus with the community.
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Studio Manager and Outreach Coordinator – AmeriCorps VISTA
Email Shannon@arthausdecorah.org for an interview.
Take an oath to serve one year for those in poverty in Winneshiek County and help give them the skills they need to break through barriers. ArtHaus’ AmeriCorps position is run through Volunteer Iowa and includes a living stipend, college loan forgiveness, moving and childcare stipends and housing.
Job duties include:
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- Managing the ArtHaus studio (pugging clay, keeping up inventory, loading kilns, cleaning areas)
- Recruiting Volunteers Members to help keep the studio up
- Creating seasonal displays and opportunities for Open Studio and Ceramic Cafe
- Assisting with after school and summer outreach programs (supply orders, set-up)
Paint Party Instructors
Email Shannon@arthausdecorah.org for an interview.
Once to twice a month in the evenings. Works with your schedule. Works well with Luther Federal Work Study.
Job duties include:
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- Painting an example painting 3-4 weeks ahead of time
- Prepping the space for the attendees
- Teaching adults or youth step by step through paintings
- Walking around and encouraging participants
- Cleaning up the space
- Keeping Studio Manager up-to-date on supplies needed
Private Drawing Instructors
Email Shannon@arthausdecorah.org for an interview.
Weekly drawing lessons after school. Works well with Luther Federal Work Study.
Job duties include:
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- Creating an age appropriate lesson for student each week
- Meeting for 1/2 hour to 1 hour per student
- Preps area with materials
- Encourages and uplifts participants
- Cleans up after each lesson
Summer AmeriCorps Members
Email Shannon@arthausdecorah.org for an interview.
Take an oath to serve those in poverty in America and help give them the skills they need to break through barriers. ArtHaus’ AmeriCorps position is run through Volunteer Iowa and includes a living stipend, college loan forgiveness, and housing.
Job duties include:
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- Day Camp coordination throughout Winneshiek County
- Building partnerships with libraries, churches, and other non-profits
- Teaching adults and youth classes in creativity
- Finding sponsorships for programs
- Seld-directed goals
J-Term Internship
Email Shannon@arthausdecorah.org for an interview.
Flexible to meet your credit needs (1-4) and your class needs.
Job duties could include teaching, studio management, gallery management, non-profit development, and more.