Opening: Docent

Education and Community Engagement

 

For more information about our K-12 Programs click here. 

For more information on the CITE Grant STEAM Lab click here.  

Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Under the supervision of the Manager of Education and Engagement , Zoie Buske, docents will plan and present engaging, object-based tours for students in grades K-12, and additional key audiences in our surrounding Houston community.
  • Participate in museum education trainings and conduct independent research on object-based teaching best practices and the Public Art UHS collection.   
  • Administer evaluation surveys to tour goers to collect feedback and track attendance and other data from visiting groups.
  • Help develop content for digital guides and instructional modules. 
  • Assist in the planning and implementation of public programs such as studio workshops and artist talks.  
  • Attend regular meetings with Public Art UHS staff.
 

Skills/Qualifications: 

  • Motivated student pursuing a degree from the University of Houston. Students from any subject area may apply.
  • Maintain regular hours between M-F during which K-12 field lessons will be scheduled. Occasional after-hours and weekend time may be required. Please note that most K-12 field lessons where we will need assistance usually take place between Wednesday-Friday mornings, 9AM- 1:30. 
  • Passionate about teaching and interested in sharing contemporary artworks with a variety of audiences.
  • Friendly and comfortable speaking in front of a large group.
  • Previous experience working with children preferred.  
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.  
  • This position may involve physical activities such as lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, and walking long distances. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
 

Hours and Pay Rate 

  • 6 – 10 Hours/Week (required commitment) 
  • $15/hr
 

The application deadline for Spring 2026 academic year is Sunday, February 1st, 2025  

To submit an application please email a cover letter and your resume to zmbuske@cougarnet.uh.edu with the subject line “Docent Application [Your Name]