Teaching Artist Trainee 2026

School Gig; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

School Gig is offering a paid training opportunity for Teaching Artists in Los Angeles. This two-week-long hybrid program from April 20 to May 1, 2026, will help participants gain skills in creating inclusive arts experiences. Trainees will learn lesson planning, classroom management, and more. Applicants should have experience working with children and an interest in arts disciplines. The program includes both in-person and remote sessions, offering a flexible learning environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience teaching and working with school-aged children.
• Interest and/or experience in an arts discipline.
• Ability to work collaboratively in/out of a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate fully and engage in training discussions.
• Complete training and facilitate quality arts lessons.
• Identify and apply methodologies supporting inclusive arts instruction.

Skills

Demonstrated experience teaching and working with school-aged children (5-15)

Interest and/or experience in an arts discipline – dance, music, theater, or visual arts

Ability to work collaboratively in/out of a school environment

Job description

*THIS IS A PAID TRAINING OPPORTUNITY*

Discipline: Dance, Music, Theater, or Visual Arts

Location: Hybrid: virtual and on-site (Los Angeles, CA)

Schedule: April 20 - May 1, 2026; Mondays - Fridays

In-person Days: April 20, 27, 29, 30, and May 1

Zoom or Asynchronous Days: April 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28

Training Overview

P.S. ARTS’ Teaching Artist Intensive is a two-week-long hybrid training designed to provide Teaching Artists with the foundational skills and knowledge to create an inclusive and engaging arts experience for students. The Spring Intensive is for those new to the field of arts education as well as seasoned Teaching Artists looking to expand and deepen their practice.

Training Topics Will Include

• Lesson Planning
• CA Visual and Performing Arts Standards (VAPA) Integration
• Positive classroom management strategies
• Social Emotional Learning
• Creating an inclusive and equitable community in your classroom

Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of a P.S. ARTS trainee or employee, or included in training.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated experience teaching and working with school-aged children (5-15)
• Interest and/or experience in an arts discipline – dance, music, theater, or visual arts
• Ability to work collaboratively in/out of a school environment and with school communities

Per California Education Code

• 45122.1
• 45125.1
• 44237, criminal history restrictions apply. You will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer to participate in training.

Working Conditions

• Lift, push, or carry supplies, equipment, instruments, or classroom furniture up to 40 lbs.
• Bend, twist, reach, stand, and/or sit for long periods.
• View LCD screens for long periods.
• Work/teach outdoors.
• Work with video equipment and be comfortable with recording and/or being recorded.

About P.S. ARTS

The P.S. ARTS team is a diverse group of people with different skill sets and experiences, from various cultures and backgrounds with one thing in common – a dedication to arts education. P.S. ARTS encourages all employees to feel empowered by and model the Organization’s values of Art, Community, Equity, Innovation, and Excellence.

Participation and Performance During The Intensive

Trainees will be expected to participate fully and engage in discussions. Trainees who successfully complete training will be able to:

• Describe P.S. ARTS' mission, values, and how P.S. ARTS programming contributes to equity in public schools.
• Identify and apply P.S. ARTS key methodologies and strategies that support responsive and inclusive arts instruction.
• Facilitate a P.S. ARTS-quality arts lesson and incorporate feedback.
• Demonstrate the integration of reflection, assessment, and positive feedback into their teaching practice.

Application Deadline

March 27, 2026

P.S. ARTS is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to better reflecting the communities we serve while building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and ages. P.S. ARTS also supports and will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure the application process is accessible to candidates who require additional accommodation. Employment with P.S. ARTS is contingent upon successful clearance of all pre-employment screening and onboarding requirements. P.S. ARTS will consider qualified applications with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.