Chairman of Education (Board Member)

The Arts Institute of Social Change (AISC) serves as a Resource Center among economically disadvantaged communities, promoting community development amongst youth and adults. 

We exist to empower constructive economic development among BIPOC and underserved communities through culturally-sound employment, education, vocational training, and skill-building.

POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking a visionary and experienced Chairman of Education to lead our educational initiatives and programs. The Chairman of Education will play a pivotal role in shaping our educational strategy, curriculum development, and community engagement efforts. This position reports directly to the Board of Directors and requires a dynamic individual with a deep commitment to education, arts-based interventions, and social change.

• Educational Leadership: Provide strategic direction and leadership for all educational programs, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and goals.
• Curriculum Development: Oversee the design and implementation of innovative arts education curricula that promote creativity, critical thinking, and social consciousness.
• Community Engagement:  Foster partnerships with schools, community organizations, and cultural institutions to expand access to arts education and promote social impact initiatives.
• Faculty and Staff Development: Recruit, mentor, and support a diverse team of educators and staff members committed to excellence in arts education and social justice.
• Program Evaluation: Implement rigorous evaluation processes to assess the impact and effectiveness of educational programs, using data-driven insights to inform continuous improvement.
• Advocacy and Outreach: Serve as a spokesperson and advocate for arts education and social change initiatives, representing the organization in public forums and cultivating donor and stakeholder relationships.

- Advanced degree in Education, Arts Administration, or a related field. PhD preferred.

- Proven leadership experience in arts education or nonprofit management, with a minimum of 7 years in a senior management role.

- Deep understanding of current trends and best practices in arts education, curriculum development, and community engagement.

- Strong commitment to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and the arts.

- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to inspire and engage diverse stakeholders, including educators, students, donors, and community partners.

- Strategic thinker with a track record of innovative program development and implementation.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter outlining their qualifications and vision for arts education at AISC, and contact information for three professional references to asyajones@aiscedu.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

BENEFITS: 

- Opportunity to lead and shape the educational direction of a dynamic nonprofit organization committed to social change through the arts.

- Executive-Level Membership at the Arts Institute of Social Change, with access to our facilities, office spaces, classroom space, and exclusive discounts on events and programs. 

Join us at AISC and make a meaningful impact through arts education and community empowerment!  Together, we can inspire creativity, foster empathy, and drive positive change within the City of Chicago!