Painting Studios TA

Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 4,700 students from 50 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world.

Bethel University’s Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.

About the role

The Painting Studio TA helps maintain shared studio supplies, assists with the distribution of materials and their application during demonstrations, and collaborates with still-life preparation and painting supports for in-class projects. The TA also assists each class in hanging artwork in the CC200 corridor, which includes installing wires on paintings, basic tool use, and support with the math associated with hanging measurements in a cohesive group show. Finally, the TA may work with students who were absent during an in-class demo, helping them keep up with the course.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Bethel Student
• Be timely and responsible
• Must be willing to interact with and support other students learning.
• Willing to work independently.

Travel: This position does not require travel.

Work Environment:

This role will primarily be in the Painting Studios and sometimes in the Design Lab or Woodshop. Hand, ear, and eye protection will be provided when necessary.

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. Competent with basic hand tool use. Ability to be trained and safely handle materials, including chemicals.

Expected Hours of Work:

Approximately 4 hours per week.

Requirements fluctuate with the various projects and set up required for each class.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time