CACP: Youth & Community Arts Assistant with Yawkey Club of Roxbury Boys & Girls Club - MassArt in Boston, Massachusetts at MassArt
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Location: Boston, MA Category: Student / Workstudy Job Type: Contract Posted On: Mon Aug 17 2026 Job Description:
Wage: $15/hr | Hours: 4-10 /week
Youth & Community Arts Assistant with Yawkey Club of Roxbury Boys & Girls Club
About the Organization:
The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston is to help young people, especially those who need us most, build strong character and realize their full potential as responsible citizens and leaders. We do this by providing: a haven filled with hope and opportunity, ongoing relationships with caring adults, and life-enhancing programs.
For more information, please visit bgcb.org.
Organization Address: 115 Warren St., Roxbury, MA 02119
About the Program: The Art Program at Yawkey strives to provide youth members with
fun activities, supportive relationships, creative opportunities, and recognition. Our studio is equipped with the tools and supplies for both 2D and 3D art forms and is always open to new ideas! Youth "members" have a chance to visit the Art Room during after-school rotations, as well as sign up for arts-focused evening programs. Community partnerships with both the MFA and Vivo Performing Arts offer members opportunities to explore & shine creatively throughout the school year, as well.
Position Description:
The MassArt Student hired for this position will
- Assist in working alongside youth ages 6-12 in a variety of programming options reflective of the Boys & Girls Club of Boston Arts Program.
- The Assistant will be asked to assist Club staff in running individual programs and activities, such as arts-focused evening programs, between 6-8 pm on weeknights.
- Provide one-on-one instruction for members working on artwork for our end-of-year showcases.
- Secure, maintain, and monitor materials, equipment, and other resources belonging to the program area(s). Maintain a safe and clean program area.
- Supervise and discipline members participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the clubhouse as deemed appropriate. Club staff will be present in the Art Room and available for support.
Job Requirements:
Qualifications:
The Massart Student hired for this position will have:
- Knowledge of a variety of visual arts techniques and theory, especially digital illustration.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience or interest in youth work and art education.
Support / Supervision:
The MassArt student hired for this position will be supported and supervised by the Art Program Manager and/or Department Supervisor at the Yawkey Club of Roxbury and will be considered part of the Fine Arts Team during their time there.
Work Schedule:
The Yawkey Club can be flexible and will accommodate the student's availability during our program hours: Monday-Friday, 4:00 pm-8:00 pm
Expected Work Hours per Week:
4-10 hours / week
Wage:
$15 / hour
PLEASE NOTE:
This position is part of the PartnershipWORKS program offered through MassArt's Center for Art and Community Partnerships (CACP). If you are hired for this position, you will become a member of the team at your community site AND a member of the CACP student cohort. You will have two supervisors, one through your host site and a second through CACP.
The requirements for holding a PartnershipWORKS position through CACP are:
- Commit to your position for the entire academic year (fall + spring semesters)
- Participate in monthly PartnershipWORKS sessions throughout the year, facilitated by CACP staff
- Complete time sheets in a timely manner, every two weeks
- Provide photo documentation of your work at your host site
- Thoughtful completion of all CACP evaluations
- Maintain communication with CACP staff regarding any challenges and/or successes related to your experience at your host site
Additional Information:
Please note MassArt:
- Does not support employment-based visa sponsorship or non-student exchange visitor visa sponsorship.
- Is not an E-Verify institution.
Selected candidates must be eligible to work in the US at the time of employment, complete all onboarding tasks including a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background review and provide proof of eligibility to work in the US by completing the Form 19, Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
You are required to show proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of the start of your employment. You will not be authorized to work in any capacity until all paperwork has been completed. For a list of all acceptable documents please click here.
Comprehensive Benefits (does not apply to contractor/student positions):
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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