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The Bateman Foundation is one of the few non-profits in Canada that use art to promote our connections with nature. We’re located in beautiful downtown Victoria BC in the Lekwungen Territory. We’re always interested in hearing from hardworking, dedicated individuals who wish to join our team.
Location: Victoria
The Bateman Foundation, a national public charity, inspires a lasting relationship with nature through the lens of art, and is currently one of the only non-profits in Canada primarily using artwork to promote a connection to nature and the environment.
Nature Sketch is an art and nature program for children & adults that focuses on sketching and observing wildlife habitats in unique ecosystems. Guided by a sketch artist and naturalist, this program encourages participants to connect to natural environments in their local community using a pencil and a sketchbook. Inspired by the philosophy, artwork and teachings of world renowned artist and naturalist Robert Bateman, Nature Sketch aims to create a deeper understanding and appreciation of our natural world through observation, experience and sketching.
Nature Sketch offers weekly programs for children and adults both in-person and online; school programs; and partnership opportunities. We are committed to building an inclusive community of employees that values diverse skills and experiences. We are currently in search of a Nature Sketch educator from an Indigenous background, who is familiar with Indigenous environmental knowledge and teaching from an Indigenous perspective.
For more information please visit: https://batemanfoundation.org/nature-sketch/
Position Overview
We are very excited to be expanding our Nature Sketch program across Canada and are looking for an enthusiastic, multi-skilled and passionate professional to join our team. The programs are held out in nature at local parks and natural spaces throughout the year; as well as teaching online to participants across Canada. We are looking for nature/sketch artists, who have experience working with children of all ages as well as adults.
Primary Responsibilities
• Weekly outdoor Nature Sketch classes for Juniors (ages 5-12) as well as adults (16+). Sharing Indigenous environmental knowledge, artforms and traditions that are publicly shareable, alongside an Indigenous naturalist or knowledge keeper able to share their stories with participants. Classes generally run in the fall, spring and summer seasons.
• School programs, working with the teacher & their students in a park near their school throughout the school year.
• Partnership opportunities working with museums, galleries, special interest groups to share the Nature Sketch program throughout the year.
• Weekly and on-demand online Nature Sketch programs, hosted in our Bateman Gallery studio space along with a technician/producer.
Required Skills/Training:
• Indigenous and/or Métis person
• Interest and knowledge of stories, artforms and history of Indigenous peoples
• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience
• Familiarity with natural habitats & eco-systems
• Artistic experience working in pencil with a focus on nature/wildlife drawing aka “nature journaling” (please submit relevant artwork images)
• Experience working with/instructing children and adults
• Up to date criminal record and vulnerable sector check
• Experience teaching art is preferred
• Strong verbal & visual communications skills
• Valid driver’s license & transportation
• The ability to walk safely over uneven terrain; stand while teaching; and carry up to 5 lbs; all for 2-3 hrs at a time
• Ability to network, promote & market the program within the local area
• Up to date first aid & CPR training
If you are all of the above we want to hear from you! Interested candidates please send a cover letter, resume and portfolio of relevant artwork to [email protected]
This position will remain open until filled.
Location: Nationwide
The Bateman Foundation, a national public charity, inspires a lasting relationship with nature through the lens of art, and is currently one of the only non-profits in Canada primarily using artwork to promote a connection to nature and the environment.
Nature Sketch is an outdoor nature program for kids & adults that focuses on sketching and observing wildlife habitats in unique ecosystems. Guided by a sketch artist, this program encourages participants to connect to natural environments in their local community using a pencil and a sketchbook. Inspired by the philosophy, artwork and teachings of world-renowned artist and naturalist Robert Bateman, Nature Sketch aims to create a deeper understanding and appreciation of our natural world through observation, experience and sketching.
Nature Sketch offers weekly programs for children and adults as well as school programs and partnership opportunities. We are committed to building an inclusive community of employees that values diverse skills and experiences. We welcome and encourage applications from the Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) community, as well as people with disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+ candidates, and/or people with intersectional identities.
For more information please visit: https://batemanfoundation.org/nature-sketch/
Position Overview
We are looking for Nature Sketch Educators! We are very excited to be expanding our Nature Sketch program across Canada and are looking for an enthusiastic, multi-skilled and passionate professional to join our team. The programs are held out in nature at local parks and natural spaces throughout the year. We are looking for nature/sketch artists, who have experience working with children of all ages as well as adults. This is a contract position, with the potential for on-going renewal opportunities.
Primary Responsibilities
• Weekly outdoor Nature Sketch classes for Juniors (ages 5-12) as well as adults (16+). Generally run in the fall, spring and summer seasons.
• School programs, working with the teacher & their students in a park near their school throughout the school year.
• Partnership opportunities working with museums, galleries, special interest groups to share the Nature Sketch program throughout the year.
Required Skills/Training
• Familiarity with natural habitats & eco-systems
• Artistic experience working in pencil with a focus on nature/wildlife drawing aka “nature journaling” (please submit relevant artwork images)
• Up to date criminal record and vulnerable sector check
• Minimum 3 yrs teaching experience teaching art to children and adults
• Strong verbal & visual communications skills
• Valid driver’s license & transportation
• The ability to walk safely over uneven terrain; stand while teaching; and carry up to 5 lbs; all for 2-3 hrs at a time
• Ability to network, promote & market the program within the local area
• Up to date first aid & CPR training
• WCB coverage, if required
This position will remain open until filled.
If you are all of the above we want to hear from you! Interested candidates please send a cover letter, resume and portfolio of relevant artwork to [email protected]
We acknowledge that the Bateman Foundation is located on the traditional territory of the Lekwungen peoples, also known as the Songhees and Esquimalt First Nations. We are committed to building an inclusive community of employees that values diverse skills and experiences. We welcome and encourage applications from the Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour community, as well as people with disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+ candidates, and people with intersectional identities.