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“Student Matinees are pretty amazing because more often than not, those are the shows where you have kids who have never seen a live stage performance before—and it is, essentially, magic. We have a ‘chat back’ at the end and they have these wonderful, joyous, beautiful questions about this art form they may have never experienced before.”– Chris Carwithen, Actor, Company of Fools
“It was a fun process, from the initial stages of planning all the way through the project completion in the classroom. The students were invigorated and refreshed by having an interesting and engaging project presented by such positive, enthusiastic Center staff members.”
— Leslie Henning, Teacher, Wood River Middle School, 6th Grade Science
“Thank you so much for the opportunity to include our kids in your performance. A few of my crew had never seen a live performance before and were quite blown away by how magical it was. It’s always one of my favorite things about teaching to be able to expose students like that to live performance for the first time.”
— Julie Berry, Teacher, Silver Creek High School
“The students learned and had fun—and so did I. I knew something about the six artists we learned about before the project, but I know so much more now and look forward to seeing their work in museums. My students were almost casually throwing around thoughts about the artists—they were able to pick out the style their classmates were working in from the key features we learned about each artist. I believe doing the hands-on kinesthetic work will help the memories last longer. When you physically build a face that has front-view and profile at the same time you’re more likely to remember and appreciate a Picasso.”— Glenn Lindsley, Teacher, Wood River High School, 12th Grade Applied Math
“The value of Stages of Wonder—every time our teachers go into the classroom, the thing that we experience is that children get to learn without right/wrong, or pass/fail. It’s one of the most liberating ways for anyone—not just kids—to learn.”— Denise Simone, Actor, Company of Fools Co-founder
“The concept of using directed, physical movement to instill learning was new to me. For many of the students, placing themselves in the shoes of the people in the images allowed them to use their kinesthetic learning style. I’m a believer in movement in the classroom to enhance learning, but this project took that idea to a new level. Extremely powerful techniques, such as this, are wonderful tools. I feel very fortunate to have had The Center come to my room and take us all on this adventure.”— Tim Rierden, Teacher, Wood River Middle School, 7th Grade Humanities
The Sun Valley Center for the Arts is pleased to announce that it has promoted Christine Davis-Jeffers to the position of Chief Operating Officer.
Ms. Davis-Jeffers has served for the past three years as the Center’s Special Events Fundraising Manager and Wine Auction Director.
“Christine has been an integral part of our staff and has provided key leadership in fundraising and managing our major annual events,” said Tim Wolff, President of the Board of Directors. “We are very pleased that she will now assume the role of Chief Operating Officer.”
As part of her new duties, Ms. Davis-Jeffers will work to identify candidates to replace her as Wine Auction Director and hire a Development Director for the Center.
“I am excited to take on these new responsibilities,” Ms. Davis-Jeffers said. “2016 will be a pivotal year for the Center as we build operational strength within the organization while we continue to offer exciting programming for our community and schools.”
The Center’s Board will be undertaking a search for a new Executive Director in the next six months. In the interim, Ms. Davis-Jeffers will lead the organization through the final stages of a strategic plan in conjunction with Artistic Director, Kristin Poole, the Board and Staff.
Seeking an Events & Hospitality Assistant and a Data Entry and Finance Assistant. Join a fun and vibrant organization that is passionate about art and culture in our community.
Seeking a dynamic professional fundraiser and development team leader who wants to be part of an exciting vision for growth at Idaho’s largest non-profit arts organization. This unique opportunity is for a select candidate who has a proven track record of growing contributed revenue and can lead our development efforts to new levels of success at a time when the organization is keenly focused on growing its impact in the community. The Director of Development, working closely with the CEO and the board, is The Center’s architect of a comprehensive fund raising and development plan to build relationships and resources. Proven success in non-profit fundraising is required, as is demonstrated leadership and management capability. Ties to the Wood River Valley and/or Idaho, or experience fundraising in resort community is preferred. We provide our employees with a full benefits package and a competitive salary commensurate with experience.
To apply, please submit cover letter and resume via email to DevelopmentDirector@sunvalleycenter.org.
Deadline for application is 11/2/15.
Seeking a Data-Entry and Finance Assistant to support Controller, Events and Database Managers. This position provides vital administrative support to the Development and Finance Departments with a focus on general data-entry and financial reporting. Bachelor’s degree preferred and 3-5 years experience with financial, ticketing or development software (Raiser’s Edge experience preferred). Strong analytical skills and a high level of computer proficiency including Microsoft Office applications, Excel and Word required, QuickBooks preferred. The successful candidate will have a positive history of in complex problem solving and prior successful experience performing administrative, office and financial support functions such as AP, AR and financial reporting. Ability to maintain focus and accuracy through repeated tasks a must. A desire to serve the community through a not-for-profit charitable organization and an interest in the arts is helpful.
To apply, send letter of interest and resume to information@sunvalleycenter.org.
Deadline for applications is 10/19/2015.
This position provides vital administrative support for the entire organization by assisting the special events team including Wine Auction, managing the hospitality functions of events and supporting front desk duties. The Center seeks a team oriented person who is calm under pressure, and brings a solutions oriented approach to problems. A successful candidate for this position will have prior positive experience performing administrative, office and customer service functions and an ability to stay focused on multiple tasks and deadlines with frequent interruptions. Event planning experience a plus. Complete proficiency with Microsoft Office applications( Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook required). A desire to serve the community through a not-for-profit charitable organization and an interest in the arts is a must.
To apply, send letter of interest and resume to information@sunvalleycenter.org.
Deadline for applications is 10/19/2015.
Tickets to our Orientalism from Eugène Delacroix to Arthur Wesley Dow lectures will be available for purchase at the door:
Members: $10 per lecture or $15 for both
Nonmembers: $15 per lecture
