Youth Teaching Artist Job White Bear Lake area,Minnesota USA,Education / Teaching

YOUTH TEACHING ARTIST White Bear Center for the Arts (WBCA)

Location:

Twin Cities Metro

White Bear Center for the Arts seeks passionate Teaching Artists to provide engaging, inclusive, and enriching art experiences for youth. We welcome artists working in a wide range of mediums and disciplines.

Teaching opportunities may include summer camps, youth classes and workshops at WBCA, school-based programs, and programs offered in partnership with community organizations throughout the Twin Cities metro. Teaching Artists work as independent contractors, with opportunities varying based on programming needs and may be seasonal, one-time, or recurring throughout the year.

Class Details:

Individual classes range from 1-3 hours per session
Programs may serve youth in grades K-8
Teaching Artists propose original class ideas and curriculum

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement engaging art experiences tailored to the needs and interests of youth
Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages creativity and self-expression
Adapt instruction to accommodate different ages, learning styles, abilities, and experience levels
Prepare and manage art materials and supplies

Follow WBCA and partner-site expectations for working safely and appropriately with youth

Requirements:

Comfortable working with children and providing age-appropriate instruction
Previous teaching experience in an arts or educational setting
Ability to travel to WBCA and/or off-site program locations
Ability to manage materials, preparation, and classroom setup
Ability to complete a background check as required for youth programming

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree or significant experience in the arts or a related field
Experience teaching across multiple grade levels
Ability to adapt curriculum for different ages and settings
Comfortable connecting art to history, culture, literature, school themes, or other areas of interest

Organization

Summary:

White Bear Center for the Arts (WBCA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing access to the arts for all. Since 1968, WBCA has served the Greater Northeast Metropolitan Area surrounding White Bear Lake in Minnesota, offering quality programs led by over 100 professional teaching artists. WBCA enriches the lives of thousands of adults and children annually through classes, events, and exhibitions, reaching many through partnerships with over 50 organizations.