We are thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity to enhance your skills and experience as a teaching artist! Our BIPOC Arts Program offers a comprehensive training program focused on creative aging, youth arts, and equity.

Upon completion, you’ll be placed in a paid position to put your new skills into practice. Interested? Check out the information and links below, and reach out to Melissa Bryant, Consulting Program Director, at bipoc-arts@phoenixcenterforthearts.org. if you need any support with the application process.

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Overview

The Phoenix Center for the Arts has launched the Art in Mind and BIPOC Arts programs to train teaching artists for various educational and community settings. This initiative includes a six-month curriculum covering the history, skills, and concepts of teaching artistry in the US.

  • Provide practical arts education and pedagogy
  • Offer mentorship from professional teaching artists
  • Facilitate professional development opportunities

Program Components

  • Weekly sessions on teaching artistry
  • Practical examples from experienced teaching artists
  • Diverse learning strategies and classroom solutions

Participants are paired with mentors who meet with them weekly to discuss the curriculum and develop lesson plans. Mentors provide ongoing feedback and support during teaching sessions.

  • Community-building sessions with peers
  • Social events and peer-learning workshops
  • Opportunity to teach an independent class at the Phoenix Center for the Arts

Participation Details

  • Engage in the six-month weekly curriculum
  • Develop lesson plans
  • Attend coaching sessions
  • Teach a class of 15 or more students
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Legally authorized to work in the US
  • Background checks are required

Application Process

A panel of staff and board members at the Center will select 40 participants based on transparent criteria. At least 65% of participants must self-identify as BIPOC or underrepresented.

Submit an application for the program. The selection process involves review by program partners and community stakeholders.