Arts Education Statement of Work 2023.pdf

ARTS EDUCATION PROGRAM

STATEMENT OF WORK

I. SUBJECT:

This non-personal service is for the Arts Education Program at FCC Florence from date of award through 12-months. The service is a contractual arrangement and not a personal appointment. The service to be performed does not constitute an employer/employee relationship.

II. PLACE OF SERVICE:

The contractor’s primary place of performance will be for the Arts Education Program through the Education/Recreation Department at FCC Florence, Florence, CO.

III. SCHEDULE:

The contractor shall instruct the following scheduled courses at FCC Florence:

15 Week In-Person Class Sessions: This would consist of one session per week at the USP, FCI, and ADX. Ordinarily, weekly sessions would be up to two hours in length. Hours would be set to meet the needs of the institution. The term of contractual agreement shall be from date of award through 12-months. Excluding federal holidays. Classes would consist of up to 25 students.

12 Week Correspondence Classes: This would consist of 12 weeks of correspondence-based sessions/sets of materials for the ADX. The term of contractual agreement shall be from date of award through 12-months. Excluding federal holidays. Course work would be developed for up to 25 students.

Play Production: This consists of 60 sessions, of at least two hours in length, for up to 50 students at the FCI. The outcome will be a completed theater play production. The term of contractual agreement shall be from date of award through 12-months. Excluding federal holidays.

IV. SUPPLIES:

Training aids and all supplies that the contractor may routinely need will be provided by FCC Florence. An approved list of reference materials suggested by the contractor may be purchased by the complex. Curriculum and course materials (books and handouts) for the in-person classes, correspondence classes, and play production provided by the contractor are subject to the approval of the complex’s Education department. Any materials for the play production not provided by the institution will be cleared through institutional entrance and inventory procedures, when provided by the contractor.

V. SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED

The contractor must develop lesson objectives and plans, course outlines and prepare a viable curriculum as it pertains to the specific mission of the Arts Education Program. These lesson plans will include fundamentals of creative written art and theater/play production.

Furthermore, the curriculum will include lessons that encourage improved social skills, innovative and critical thinking, and self-accountability. The contractor will monitor inmate attendance and report absences to institution staff. Any infractions of institution rules and regulations on the part of the inmate shall be reported to the Arts Education Program Facilitator and the Education Department. The contractor will report by phone, emergencies or extraordinary problems and follow-up with a written statement of the event.

VI. METHOD OF INSTRUCTION

The contractor is required to have an extensive knowledge and professional experience in the areas of creative writing and theater/play production. Additionally, the contractor will design and provide a curriculum based on the standards established by the Bureau of Prisons that will advance the vision and goals of the Arts Education Program.

VII. INMATE MANAGEMENT

Provision of services will require frequent and supervised contact with inmates. The contract employee shall not be responsible for the management of any inmates, other than to ensure inmates involved within the contract’s scope of work abide by all rules to ensure their safety and well-being. The successful contractor shall attend the Institution Familiarization Orientation program prior to assuming institution involvement. Reimbursement to the contractor for the time spent in the institution orientation or other specific security related training will be at the contract rate, prorated hourly. The contractor may, at any time, be removed from the institution at the discretion of the CEO. The contractor is to constantly be aware of security and maintain a professional relationship with inmates at all times. Any violation of the institution rules and regulations are to be brought immediately to the attention of any Government employee employed at the institution. The contractor will be required to provide documentation to any Government employee of any infractions of institutional rules and regulations by inmates for proper action.

VIII. PAYMENT TERMS

The contractor will provide a monthly billing statement to the FCC Florence that accurately reflects the time of each visit, number of sessions for each visit and the total dollar due for the month’s services.

IX. INSTITUTION SECURITY:

The contractor/contract employees shall agree to all regulations prescribed by the institution for the safety, custody, and conduct of inmates. The contract employee will be required to sign in and out of the institution for accountability purposes. A badge will be issued and worn at all times for proper identification. The contractor will be subject to government supervision, except for security related matters. However, contractor performance shall be closely monitored to ensure adherence to the contract.

X. OTHER MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION:

This is a contractual agreement and not an appointment. All duties outlined in the Statement of Work shall be performed in accordance with standards and methods generally accepted within the contractor’s own field of expertise.

XI. QUALIFICATIONS CRITERIA

The Arts Education Program is a formal program that is systematically designed to expose inmate participants to a variety of different arts-based education opportunities. Therefore, the Arts Education Program instructor should possess the following:

1. Must have at least two years of experience as a professional in the arts field displaying the ability to instruct adults in basic, intermediate, and advanced arts-based curriculum in the areas of creative writing and theater/play production.

2. Previous experience in some form of adult education and/or experience. Areas of interest may include experience in writing and producing theater productions and development of written productions, such as newsletters, newspapers, poetry compilations.

3. Must possess a working knowledge of industry trends, tools and initiatives as it pertains to the creative arts field.

4. Must have a minimum of two years professional experience working in a correctional setting. Familiarity and connections with the criminal justice system is preferred, but not required.

5. Ability to work well with diverse populations, especially those impacted by trauma.

6. Experience in overseeing the work of consultants, artists, and instructors in some creative capacity.

7. Capacity to develop, nurture, and advance people and community-based partnerships.

8. Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills, creative problem solving skills, and strong attention to detail is preferred.

9. Work experience coordinating project management of public art projects locally, nationally and internationally is preferred, but not required.