| ó | Visit a classroom monthly (October – May) to present artwork, and possibly an art lesson/activity, for the students in the class. | |
| ó | Work with the Docent Coordinator to locate, checkout and return materials for the presentation according to the guidelines established at the school. | |
| ó | Work with the classroom teacher in developing a schedule of presentations for the year that complements classroom instruction and the teacher’s objectives and schedule. | |
| ó | Do some basic research on the masterpiece/artist or style of art being presented before the presentation. | |
| ó | Attend the docent trainings offered by the district, and docent meetings at your school as held by the docent coordinator. | |
| ó | Be prompt and reliable about your presentation schedule. If you are unable to make a scheduled session, give the teacher as much advance notice as possible, so that they can plan alternative activities. | |
| Teamwork | E | Ability to work cooperatively with all colleagues |
| Time Management | E | Demonstrates commitment to agreed schedules, yet can be flexible as the need requires |
| Planning & organizing | E | Accurate administration records used to ensure all activities run with minimum error or disruption |
| Job knowledge | U | Demonstrates an understanding of art history and has some experience talking to groups |
| Communication | I | Demonstrates clear and concise verbal/written skills. Utilizes all methods of communicating i.e. telephone, e-mail, web, etc. |
| ó | On-the-job training on the role of an Art Docent. | |
| ó | Off-the-job training in liaison with the school district to increase art history knowledge. | |
| ó | A greater appreciation and understanding of art, and how it can contribute to the success of a student’s academic career. | |
| ó | Increased confidence, communication skills and knowledge of art as well as a chance to work with children and develop networking opportunities. | |