Artist - in - Residence

Benchmark School • Media, PA

3d

About The Position

Benchmark School is seeking a local artist to join the Art Department to work with middle school students for approximately 3 months. Our goal is to expose our middle school students to a working artist who will share their skill and expertise to create art with the students.

Requirements

• Degree in fine arts.
• Experience in teaching your current art making process.
• Understanding of how to teach neurodivergent middle school students.

Responsibilities

• Plan middle school appropriate lessons that will scaffold the artistic process for students to have individual or collaborative work that is complete at the end of the residency.
• Collaborate with the current Art Teacher to support students' needs and abilities.
• Teach students about your making process, artistic habits, and skills.
• Create your own artwork or installation that can be displayed at the school.

Benefits

• Studio space available.
• Stipend available.
• We will cover the cost of supplies for an agreed upon amount to be determined by the school and the artist before the project begins.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees