Assistant Teaching Artist -  Visual Arts & Youth Development

Position Summary

We are seeking a passionate Assistant Teaching Artist to support after-school visual arts programs for middle and high school students. This is an excellent opportunity for emerging educators, practicing artists, or recent art school graduates interested in gaining hands-on teaching experience in a creative, inclusive, and community-based setting.

Darlington Arts Center (DAC) was founded in 1978 on the unique vision of including all four arts disciplines–music, visual arts, dance, and drama– in one space with an emphasis on multi-disciplinary programming. DAC has served the Delaware and Chester counties and Delaware State communities for over 40 years by fostering programs that provide possibilities and opportunities through the exploration of multi-disciplinary arts. DAC is committed to building, preserving and growing with the community we serve and the community of teaching artists.

Ceramics Instructors

Abington Art Center is seeking experienced Youth and Adult Ceramics Instructors for our Winter 10 Week Session beginning the week of January 12th.  

Located on a historic 27-acre campus in Jenkintown, PA, just outside of Center City Philadelphia, Abington Art Center presents art exhibitions, visual arts classes and cultural events for the Montgomery County and Philadelphia area, along with private events.

We are in need of experienced ceramics teachers to provide instruction for the following classes:

Fleisher is seeking a skilled teaching artist with prior teaching experience to lead adult figure and portrait sculpture classes. The ideal candidate is excited to teach those who are new to figure sculpture, guiding students as they build technical skills, explore creative possibilities, and gain confidence in the studio. Classes emphasize a supportive and inclusive learning environment, with faculty providing hands-on instruction, thoughtful feedback, and culturally responsive teaching. Respect for figure models and a commitment to upholding and uplifting Fleisher’s guidelines for working with them are essential. This is an opportunity to share your expertise, inspire creativity, and be part of a vibrant community of adult learners.

Fleisher is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic teaching artist to lead stained glass and mosaic classes for both adults and teenagers. This part-time role includes teaching beginner-level classes, one-time "jumpstart" workshops, and special events that introduce new audiences to the creative possibilities of glass. We’re especially interested in artists who enjoy making art accessible, social, and engaging across age groups.

PlayArts: After School Program Staff (Part-Time)

Must be able to reliably commute to the Fishtown area of Philadelphia!

Make a difference in the lives of children through arts-based learning! Join PlayArts in Northeast Philadelphia to provide engaging arts and enrichment programming to children after school, fostering creativity in a supportive and inclusive work environment!

As the producer of the Philadelphia Film Festival and creative force behind the Film Society Center, Film Society Bourse, and Film Society East, the Philadelphia Film Society (PFS) raises awareness of film as an important art form in Philadelphia and serves as a vital piece of the city’s arts and culture community.

As the producer of the Philadelphia Film Festival and creative force behind the Film Society Center, Film Society Bourse, and Film Society East, the Philadelphia Film Society (PFS) raises awareness of film as an important art form in Philadelphia and serves as a vital piece of the city’s arts and culture community.

HOURLY CONTRACT: 3 hours per week [TUESDAYS] (Class meetings dependant on Public School Calendar)

REPORTS TO:  Director of Education

DATES: October 14 2025  – June 11 2026

SALARY: $40/hr starting rate with a max of $75/hr

BENEFITS: 1 Year Free Membership at TILT, Access to Lab and Adobe Suite, Access to library

Responsibilities:

❖ Igniting students' curiosity about the range of your discipline.

❖ Co-creating with students at least two seasonal showcases over the school year.

❖ Collaborate with other teaching artists and school coordinators to develop a cohesive creative community honoring student voice and choice.

❖ Create and conduct scope and sequence lessons, supplies provided by PAEP.

❖ Supply clearances to work within the Philadelphia School District.

❖ Attend PAEP professional development offerings.

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