Teaching Artist Project 8-Month Signature Program

Teaching Artist Project (TAP) is a comprehensive training and internship program for working artists who desire to incorporate social justice and social emotional learning into their teaching practice. Our program is committed to the professional development of teaching artists through a social justice methodology that translates creative process into educational practice.

TAP workshops will be in-person for our 2024-25 cycle. Our 8 month Signature Program will run from October 2024 to May 2025 including internships and externships, which will be in-schools and in arts administrative offices. Some of our community building and art sharing events will remain virtual and scheduled in advance.

*Because NYC public schools have returned to in-person classes, it is strongly recommended to be vaccinated against Covid-19 to enter NYC schools. Fingerprinting is also required to complete an internship.

Though the program is tuition based, scholarships and payment plans are available for those who qualify. Tuition for TAP’s Signature Program is $950.

Feel free to email us with any questions!

Requirements

The program is designed to serve artists and arts educators coming from a wide range of backgrounds when it comes to creative practice and teaching experience. The program could be a great fit for you if:

**You already have some experience in the teaching artist field, but are seeking:

-Further professional development and skills around curriculum building
-A deeper understanding of how to develop a justice-oriented teaching practice
-A sense of community and connection within the field of teaching artistry
-An understanding of what entrepreneurship opportunities exist within the teaching artist field

**You are an experienced educator who desires:

-More practical application of social justice approaches in creative arts classrooms
-Further direction on creating a sustainable career in arts education
-Guided support to build your own socially engaged arts program
-Continued professional development around developing multi-disciplinary arts curriculum
-You have little to no teaching experience, but are an artist with a strong commitment to your own practice, and an interest in gaining facilitation and curriculum building skills to teach your art form in group settings

**You’re a student with an interest in the intersection of arts, activism, and education, looking to supplement your learning with hands-on experience.

**You are an administrator within Arts Education and would like to gain experience as a Teaching Artist.