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Make art. Change lives. Join Community Access to the Arts (CATA) as our Interim Visual Arts Faculty this spring!
CATA is seeking a talented, versatile visual artist and teaching artist eager to contribute to an innovative arts organization that is changing the lives of people across our community.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Under the direction of CATA Program Directors, the Interim Visual Arts Faculty designs and teaches visual arts workshops for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities, autism, and brain injuries, giving them opportunities to explore painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, photography, sculpture/tactile arts, and more.
Individuals participating in these workshops include people with disabilities across a wide span of ability and ages, including children, teens, adults, and elders. Most CATA workshops are designed for a specific age group, such as high school students with special needs or adults with autism and developmental disabilities. Faculty teach in CATA studios, special education classrooms, day programs, and other partner sites across Berkshire County, MA and Columbia County, NY.
POSITION AT A GLANCE
- Status: Interim, 36 hours per week
- Dates: February 2027 through July 2027 (27 weeks)
- Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am - 5:30pm (with lunch break), and Fridays, 9:00am - 1:00pm
- Teaching Load: A typical week entails teaching 10-12 workshops, plus meeting and prep time
- Location: CATA studios and partner sites throughout Berkshire County, MA and Columbia County, NY. Local travel is required, with mileage reimbursement.
- Reports To: CATA Program Directors
- Pay: $31.50 per hour ($30,618 total for the 27-week position)
- Future Opportunity: Based on need and availability, there may be an opportunity for a full-time salaried position with benefits
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Teach inspiring workshops: Develop, plan, and teach compelling group workshop series that nurture the creativity of CATA artists in alignment with our strategic goals, using adaptive, inclusive techniques to engage participants across a wide spectrum of ability in painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, sculpture/tactile arts, photography, and other visual art forms
- Bring curriculum to life: Integrate learning outcomes developed by Program Directors into curriculum and workshop experiences; tailor workshops in response to the needs and interests of CATA artists; assist in researching and developing adaptive tools; and assess progress toward goals through feedback provided by supervisors, CATA artists, and partners
- Lead one-on-one sessions: Lead one-on-one workshops in adaptive painting for people with disabilities who require a higher level of support in the creation of their work, using adaptive painting techniques tailored to individual needs
- Strengthen partnerships: As a faculty artist working in CATA partner settings, exercise strong listening and communication skills and model CATA's organizational values, including respect for partner staff, leaders, and direct care workers; communicate clearly to supervisors about successes and challenges to support strong relationships with partners
- Bring exhibits and events to life: Support CATA art exhibits and events by helping curate, frame, and install art exhibits and by working with a team to ensure the success of events
- Keep growing: Actively participate in ongoing professional development, trainings, and meetings, and apply learnings to develop your teaching. Openly receive performance feedback from supervisors, and use feedback to drive growth and improvement
- Mentor CATA artists: Mentor and support CATA artists in exploring roles including curating and installing exhibits, assistant teaching workshops, and assisting in public programs; help recruit guest artists including curators and art installers
- Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Arts Education, or a related field, or equivalent life/work experience
- Working visual artist with a minimum of three years teaching experience in a range of settings
- Knowledge and comfort in a broad range of studio practices including but not limited to: painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, sculpture/tactile arts, fiber, photography, and more
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work within a management structure, reporting to supervisors
- Ability to adapt and modify teaching for people of all abilities and ages, exercising empathy, sensitivity, and inclusion to successfully engage a broad age range of participants from elementary school to elder care
- Ability to successfully engage with people who are diverse by race, class, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodivergence, and ability; demonstrate cultural competence and foster inclusion; and commit to deeper learning and professional development in areas including racial and social justice and disability rights
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout Berkshire County, MA and Columbia County, NY with mileage reimbursement
Preferred: Previous training in Universal Design for Learning, trauma-informed teaching, and DEI
COMPENSATION
Compensation for this Interim Faculty position is $31.50 per hour for a 36-hour workweek from February through July 2027. For this 27-week position, total payment will be $30,618.
ADDITIONAL PERKS
- Mileage reimbursement for qualifying travel
- Paid vacation and sick time, plus birthday bonus
- A health stipend of $160/month toward your own benefits
- Paid professional development: access to CATA-provided trainings in areas such as trauma-informed teaching and diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, plus the opportunity to apply for additional professional development funds
- Invitations to special events and programs
- CATA supplies all materials for programs and workshops, including general art supplies and props for music, dance, and theater. Faculty may also suggest purchases for equipment, per approval by Program Directors
- Active participation in a mission-driven organization with a positive and inclusive work culture and a strong impact on the community
- Opportunity for continued employment and consideration for a full-time salaried position with benefits
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
CATA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. People with disabilities, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.
Make art. Change lives. Join Community Access to the Arts (CATA) as our Interim Visual Arts Faculty this spring!
CATA is seeking a talented, versatile visual artist and teaching artist eager to contribute to an innovative arts organization that is changing the lives of people across our community.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Under the direction of CATA Program Directors, the Interim Visual Arts Faculty designs and teaches visual arts workshops for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities, autism, and brain injuries, giving them opportunities to explore painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, photography, sculpture/tactile arts, and more.
Individuals participating in these workshops include people with disabilities across a wide span of ability and ages, including children, teens, adults, and elders. Most CATA workshops are designed for a specific age group, such as high school students with special needs or adults with autism and developmental disabilities. Faculty teach in CATA studios, special education classrooms, day programs, and other partner sites across Berkshire County, MA and Columbia County, NY.
POSITION AT A GLANCE
- Status: Interim, 36 hours per week
- Dates: February 2027 through July 2027 (27 weeks)
- Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am - 5:30pm (with lunch break), and Fridays, 9:00am - 1:00pm
- Teaching Load: A typical week entails teaching 10-12 workshops, plus meeting and prep time
- Location: CATA studios and partner sites throughout Berkshire County, MA and Columbia County, NY. Local travel is required, with mileage reimbursement.
- Reports To: CATA Program Directors
- Pay: $31.50 per hour ($30,618 total for the 27-week position)
- Future Opportunity: Based on need and availability, there may be an opportunity for a full-time salaried position with benefits
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Teach inspiring workshops: Develop, plan, and teach compelling group workshop series that nurture the creativity of CATA artists in alignment with our strategic goals, using adaptive, inclusive techniques to engage participants across a wide spectrum of ability in painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, sculpture/tactile arts, photography, and other visual art forms
- Bring curriculum to life: Integrate learning outcomes developed by Program Directors into curriculum and workshop experiences; tailor workshops in response to the needs and interests of CATA artists; assist in researching and developing adaptive tools; and assess progress toward goals through feedback provided by supervisors, CATA artists, and partners
- Lead one-on-one sessions: Lead one-on-one workshops in adaptive painting for people with disabilities who require a higher level of support in the creation of their work, using adaptive painting techniques tailored to individual needs
- Strengthen partnerships: As a faculty artist working in CATA partner settings, exercise strong listening and communication skills and model CATA's organizational values, including respect for partner staff, leaders, and direct care workers; communicate clearly to supervisors about successes and challenges to support strong relationships with partners
- Bring exhibits and events to life: Support CATA art exhibits and events by helping curate, frame, and install art exhibits and by working with a team to ensure the success of events
- Keep growing: Actively participate in ongoing professional development, trainings, and meetings, and apply learnings to develop your teaching. Openly receive performance feedback from supervisors, and use feedback to drive growth and improvement
- Mentor CATA artists: Mentor and support CATA artists in exploring roles including curating and installing exhibits, assistant teaching workshops, and assisting in public programs; help recruit guest artists including curators and art installers
- Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Arts Education, or a related field, or equivalent life/work experience
- Working visual artist with a minimum of three years teaching experience in a range of settings
- Knowledge and comfort in a broad range of studio practices including but not limited to: painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, sculpture/tactile arts, fiber, photography, and more
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work within a management structure, reporting to supervisors
- Ability to adapt and modify teaching for people of all abilities and ages, exercising empathy, sensitivity, and inclusion to successfully engage a broad age range of participants from elementary school to elder care
- Ability to successfully engage with people who are diverse by race, class, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodivergence, and ability; demonstrate cultural competence and foster inclusion; and commit to deeper learning and professional development in areas including racial and social justice and disability rights
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout Berkshire County, MA and Columbia County, NY with mileage reimbursement
Preferred: Previous training in Universal Design for Learning, trauma-informed teaching, and DEI
COMPENSATION
Compensation for this Interim Faculty position is $31.50 per hour for a 36-hour workweek from February through July 2027. For this 27-week position, total payment will be $30,618.
ADDITIONAL PERKS
- Mileage reimbursement for qualifying travel
- Paid vacation and sick time, plus birthday bonus
- A health stipend of $160/month toward your own benefits
- Paid professional development: access to CATA-provided trainings in areas such as trauma-informed teaching and diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, plus the opportunity to apply for additional professional development funds
- Invitations to special events and programs
- CATA supplies all materials for programs and workshops, including general art supplies and props for music, dance, and theater. Faculty may also suggest purchases for equipment, per approval by Program Directors
- Active participation in a mission-driven organization with a positive and inclusive work culture and a strong impact on the community
- Opportunity for continued employment and consideration for a full-time salaried position with benefits
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
CATA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. People with disabilities, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.
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Who's Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in visual arts teacher jobs.
- State-issued teaching license or certification in visual arts or fine arts education
- Bachelor's or master's degree in art education, fine arts, or a related field
- Proficiency in multiple media including drawing, painting, printmaking, and digital tools
- Experience developing lesson plans aligned to national or state visual arts standards
- Classroom management skills for studio environments with hands-on materials
- Ability to maintain an organized, safe studio space and manage supply inventories
Tips for Your Visual Arts Teacher Job Search
Tailor your resume to each school level
Elementary, middle, and high school visual arts teacher roles expect different skill emphases. Highlight classroom management and foundational media for younger grades, and advanced technique instruction, AP studio art, or dual-credit experience for secondary positions.
Show your portfolio alongside your credentials
Many hiring committees ask for a teaching portfolio that includes sample lesson plans, student work examples, and your own studio practice. Prepare a concise digital version you can link in your application before you start searching.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists visual arts teacher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by arts program funding level
Schools with dedicated arts program budgets hire for more specialized media instruction. Search for postings that mention dedicated studio space, ceramics equipment, or digital labs, since those signals indicate real program investment and broader teaching scope.
Prepare a demo lesson on a core technique
Many visual arts teacher interviews include a live or recorded demo lesson. Choose a technique you teach confidently, such as value drawing or printmaking, and have a 15-minute version ready that shows differentiation for mixed-ability students.
Negotiate for prep periods and supply budgets
Visual arts teachers often absorb material costs and lose prep time to room sharing. During offer discussions, clarify the annual supply budget, whether the studio is dedicated or shared, and how many prep periods per week are built into the schedule.
Visual Arts Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most visual arts teachers?
The companies hiring the most visual arts teachers right now include Uncommon Schools, Palm Beach Atlantic University, and Community Access to the Arts, with the largest share of openings in Massachusetts, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Public school districts consistently represent the largest share of postings, followed by private schools and community arts organizations.
How many visual arts teacher jobs are remote?
About 27% of visual arts teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on studio nature of most classroom roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include online art history instruction, curriculum development positions, and arts integration coaching roles that do not require in-person studio supervision.
How do you become a visual arts teacher?
To become a visual arts teacher, earn a bachelor's degree in art education or fine arts, complete a state-approved teacher preparation program that includes student teaching, and pass your state's required licensure exams. Some states accept candidates with a fine arts degree who complete an alternative certification route while teaching. Once licensed, you can apply to K-12 schools, community colleges, or arts organizations.
Can you get hired as a visual arts teacher with little experience?
You can get hired as a visual arts teacher with limited classroom experience by emphasizing your studio practice, any tutoring, camp counseling, or workshop instruction you have done, and a strong teaching portfolio with sample lesson plans. Many districts offer provisional licenses that let you teach while completing remaining certification requirements, and substitute teaching in art classrooms is a direct way to build your record quickly.
What does the visual arts teacher interview process look like?
The visual arts teacher interview process typically begins with a phone or video screen with an HR representative, followed by an in-person or virtual panel interview with the principal and department colleagues. Most schools then ask for a demo lesson taught to a small group of actual students or staff. Finalists are usually asked about classroom management in a studio setting, how they assess creative work, and how they integrate arts standards into their curriculum.
Where can I find and apply to visual arts teacher jobs?
You can find and apply to visual arts teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your certification level, media specializations, and preferred school setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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