Teaching Artist

• Position Title: Teaching Artist
• Reports To: Education & Programs Manager
• Position Type: Contract / Part-Time
• Location: Boulder, Colorado

About the Role

Street Wise Arts seeks creative, compassionate, and experienced Teaching Artists to lead inclusive arts education programs for diverse youth. Teaching Artists foster creativity, self-expression, skill development, and community connection while building meaningful relationships and serving as positive role models. Programs take place in schools, community centers, after-school programs, and alternative education settings. Artists should be adaptable to diverse learning styles, communication needs, and abilities. Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead creative art enrichment programs and curriculum for youth ages 6–14.
• Create welcoming and inclusive learning environments by adapting lesson plans, materials, and teaching approaches to support students of diverse abilities and backgrounds.
• Manage groups of 10-25 youth at one time.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive classroom environment.
• Collaborate and communicate regularly with program staff regarding student engagement, project progress, and program needs.
• Document program outcomes through participant attendance and photographic records to support grant reporting and evaluation.

Required Qualifications

• Professional experience as a visual artist, muralist, educator, or teaching artist.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, including the ability to teach and communicate effectively in both languages.
• Understanding and experience with inclusive teaching practices, differentiated instruction, and accessibility principles.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to pass any required background checks.
• Have your own transportation to Boulder, Colorado.

Desired Characteristics

We are looking for artists who:

• Make art fun, engaging, and inspiring!
• Are patient, flexible, and creative problem-solvers.
• Can adapt in real time to meet the needs of individual students and groups.
• Believe in equitable access to the arts and the power of creativity to connect communities.
• Foster a sense of dignity, belonging, and creative expression where every participant feels valued and supported.

Compensation: $35-$65 per hour, commensurate with experience. Plus 4 hours of curriculum development and a supply stipend.

To Apply: Please submit a resume, artist portfolio, and a brief statement describing your experience working with diverse learners and your proficiency teaching and communicating in Spanish and English to [email protected].

Pay: $35.00 - $65.00 per hour

Work Location: In person