Job Title: Education Assistant
Reports to: Curator of Education
Department: Education
Status: Casual/Hourly June 1, 2026-August 21, 2026 – Non-Union Position (12 weeks 37.5 hours/week)
Primary PurposeThe Education Assistant will work directly with the Education Department under the supervision of the Coordinator of Public Programs and Community Engagement, which includes but is not limited to assisting with the planning and delivery of summer programs and gallery visitor services. This summer work experience is expected to once again create a productive and stimulating learning environment with opportunities for feedback and discussion, as well as practical experience in the field of art museum education.
Nature Of WorkThe mission of the MacKenzie Art Gallery is to engage people in transformative experiences in the world through art. The Education Department plays an integral role in the delivery of this mission by leading the development, delivery and evaluation of summary programs and visitor services. The Education Assistant position is designed to offer practical experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating summer public programs, and will assist with research and development of upcoming programming, and participate in program set-up and clean-up.
Accountabilities- Assist in the planning, implementation and evaluation of summer public programs including Community Tours, Weekly We Make workshops and in-gallery public programs;
- Assist with research and development for upcoming Fall and Winter programming, which includes the development of lessons plans, and school program resources;
- Respond to program inquiries providing information and referring inquiring to appropriate sources based on a broad knowledge of the gallery’s priorities and programs;
- Participate in program set-up and clean-up, and general studio maintenance;
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications – EducationA post-secondary student currently enrolled in Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Fine Arts Program.
SkillsMust be highly motivated self-started with strong interpersonal skills; strong organizational and time management skills; capacity to be flexible and responsive to visitor needs; capacity to accept constructive feedback, strong team player with the ability to work independently, collaboratively, and within a team environment; strong written and oral communications skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word); must be between 16 and 30 years of age; must be registering as a full-time post-secondary student (intending to return to full-time studies during the next academic year); is a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, and is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.
Salary Information$18.78/ hour (Non-Union)
How To ApplyPlease apply with a cover letter and resume outlining relevant experience to the contact information listed below by 4:00 PM, May 15, 2026.
Email: pnwagor@mackenzie.art
Please include “Education Assistant” in the subject line of all applications sent via email.
MacKenzie Art Gallery
Attn: Paul Nwagor, Head of People and Culture
3475 Albert Street
Regina, SK S4S 6X6
Phone: 306-584-4250 ext. 4276 Fax: 306-569-8191
The MacKenzie Art Gallery is committed to maintaining an inclusive culture and building a diverse workforce that includes women, First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities who have traditionally been and are currently underrepresented in the Canadian workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.