Organizer Information:
ART 180 is a nonprofit organization focused on empowering youth through creative practice, mentorship, and professional development. The organization runs the Atlas Artist Residency, a program that provides emerging artists ages 14–19 with the skills, confidence, and portfolio-building opportunities needed to pursue creative careers.
Title & Description:
Residency Teaching Artist – Lead Artist–Educator, Curriculum Developer, and Mentor. The position entails designing and instructing a 9-week summer intensive for youth artists, guiding them in skill-building, portfolio development, and creative confidence. The RTA integrates personal creative practice while mentoring participants and managing classroom and studio activities. The role includes developing a curriculum aligned with ART 180’s annual themes and culminating in a final exhibition.
Categories:
Visual Arts, Illustration, Drawing, Painting (traditional & mixed media), Comic & Character Storytelling, Anime/Manga/Motion Graphics, Collage & Assemblage, Graphic Design.
Eligibility:
Practising artists with at least 2 years of teaching experience with youth (ages 14–19). Applicants must have strong communication, classroom/studio management skills, and a commitment to youth development and community-based arts. International and national applicants can apply.
Program Benefits & Awards:
- $6,000 stipend (distributed in scheduled payments)
- $1,200 personal material budget for creative development
- Access to a 4-month Art Studio Residency (May–August 2026)
- Professional development resources, mentorship, exhibition support, and networking opportunities
- Opportunity to co-lead the final exhibition featuring youth and personal work
Application Fee:
No Entry fee
Application Requirements:
- Profile photo
- CV or resume detailing teaching and artistic experience
- Portfolio of 3–5 relevant artworks
- Statement of interest, teaching philosophy, and mentorship experience
- Proposed curriculum concept for youth engagement
How to Apply:
Online Application
Key Dates:
- Application Deadline: 14 January 2026
- Teaching Schedule: June 9 – August 11, 2026
- Art Studio Residency: May 1 – August 30, 2026 (self-directed hours)
Location:
Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Additional Details:
The RTA collaborates with ART 180 staff and community partners, integrating personal creative practice into teaching. Candidates must be able to maintain a clean, professional work environment and participate in orientation, training, and curriculum development prior to the residency. Interviews are conducted for selected candidates.
Website Link: https://www.art180.org/teaching-artist-residency
