Teaching Artist

Job Description

Expressive Path is a 75% mobile nonprofit organization based in Norristown, PA. We provide creative arts, music, and enrichment programming that empowers young people through artistic expression, personal growth, and community engagement.

We are currently seeking passionate, creative, and dependable Teaching Artists to facilitate arts, music, and enrichment programming within schools and community settings throughout Norristown and the surrounding areas. Teaching Artists work directly with students in classroom and small-group settings, delivering engaging, hands-on learning experiences that foster creativity, skill development, confidence, collaboration, and self-expression.

Our Teaching Artists come from a variety of artistic disciplines, including music, visual arts, dance, theater, creative writing, digital media, and multidisciplinary arts. We welcome artists and educators who are passionate about using the arts to positively impact young people.

Visit our website for more information: www.ExpressivePath.org

This Opportunity Is Great For:

• Artists who enjoy teaching, mentoring, and inspiring young people
• Teaching artists seeking flexible daytime opportunities
• Music, visual arts, theater, dance, and creative arts educators
• College graduates or experienced instructors looking to expand their community impact
• Performing and practicing artists interested in arts education
• Individuals passionate about empowering youth through creativity and artistic expression

Position Details

Compensation: Teaching Artists may choose to serve as volunteers or receive a $30 stipend per class taught.

Schedule: Morning and afternoon classes during the regular school day, with occasional after-school, weekend, and summer programming opportunities available.

Location: Schools and community sites throughout Norristown and the surrounding region.

Status: Part-time/Contract Teaching Artist or Volunteer Teaching Artist.

Flexible opportunities are available based on program and school needs.

Teaching Artists who choose to volunteer may be eligible to receive documentation of volunteer service hours, letters of recommendation, and professional development opportunities through Expressive Path.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate engaging, age-appropriate arts and enrichment lessons aligned with program goals
• Deliver high-quality instruction within your artistic discipline while encouraging creativity, exploration, and skill development
• Facilitate individual, small-group, and whole-class instruction
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Encourage collaboration, critical thinking, self-expression, and confidence through the arts
• Adapt lessons to accommodate diverse learning styles, abilities, and student needs
• Track student attendance, participation, and progress
• Complete required documentation and program reports following each class
• Communicate professionally with school staff, students, families, and Expressive Path leadership
• Represent Expressive Path professionally within schools and community settings

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in one or more artistic disciplines (music, visual arts, theater, dance, creative writing, digital arts, or related fields)
• Experience teaching, mentoring, coaching, or working with youth
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Ability to create engaging, hands-on learning experiences
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to assigned program locations
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to complete documentation and reporting requirements in a timely manner
• Experience facilitating arts education programs preferred
• Degree or professional experience in the arts, education, or a related field preferred

Clearance Requirements

All Teaching Artists must obtain and maintain the following Pennsylvania clearances prior to working with students:

• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check (Act 34)
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)
• FBI Fingerprint Clearance (Act 114), if applicable
• Pennsylvania Mandated Reporter Training Certificate

Additional Information

Expressive Path values creativity, collaboration, and community engagement. We are committed to creating meaningful educational experiences that inspire students and strengthen communities through the arts.

Teaching Artists receive ongoing support from program leadership, curriculum resources when applicable, and opportunities to collaborate with fellow artists and educators. This position offers the chance to make a lasting impact by helping young people develop creativity, confidence, and lifelong appreciation for the arts.

To Apply

Please submit your resume along with a brief description of your artistic background, teaching experience, and experience working with youth. Portfolios, performance samples, lesson examples, recordings, or other examples of your work are welcome but not required.