ArtReach Teaching Artists

Music, Theater, &/or Visual Arts Teaching Artist 

LOCATIONS HIRING: Allentown, Greensburg, Harrisburg, PGH South Side, Philadelphia, State College, and Wilkes-Barre

Reports To: ArtReach Coordinator 

Direct Reports: None 

Job Type: Part-time 

Travel:  0% of travel outside office location 

Job Summary:  

• Lincoln Park provides PA Cyber k-12th grade in-person, high-quality arts classes at their regional sites around the state of Pennsylvania. The aim of ArtReach classes is to enrich students’ creative knowledge and skills while providing them with opportunities to socialize and express themselves in a safe, respectful environment. 

 Job Responsibilities:  

• Create and teach meaningful and engaging arts lessons for all levels of students 

• Collaborate with PA Cyber Regional Representatives and LPPAC ArtReach Coordinator to provide meaningful opportunities for students 

• Turn in lessons, attendance, and timecard in timely manner 

• Attend staff meetings and trainings when necessary 

• Ensure students are constantly supervised during class time 

• Ensure classroom is clean and organized, but also features students’ works and instructional aids

Minimum Qualifications:    

• Experience in arts field 

• Ability to convey subject matter in a manner that interests/engages the students 

• Experience working with children of all backgrounds and skill levels 

• Demonstrate professionalism in working with staff, students, and families 

• Proficiency in Outlook email, Google Drive, and Microsoft Suite  

• Ability to use a Web Camera and Classroom platform or video collaboration software when necessary 

• Ability to focus attention on students for extended periods of time 

 Preferred Qualifications: 

• Community leader in arts field 

• Teaching Certification 

 Required Education: 

• High-school diploma or Associates Degree 

 Preferred Education: 

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in art field &/or Education 

 Required Certifications/Licenses: 

• Criminal Background Check 

• Child Abuse Check  

• Federal Background Check 

• TB Test 

 Preferred Certifications: 

• Teaching Certification

 Physical Requirements: 

• Walk students to and from classroom, as well as circulate room during class 

• Ability to bend over and lift 20 lbs (supplies) 

• Excellent fine motor skills 

• Ability to focus attention on students for extended periods of time 

• Ability to clean classroom when necessary (wipe off tables, sweep, etc.) 

To Apply:

For more information on becoming an ArtReach Teaching Artist, please send your cover letter, resume, & 3 references to the ArtReach Coordinator: tdurkay@LPPACenter.org