Artist - in - Residence

Role:

Artist-in-Residence

Reports to:

Assistant Head of School for Academics

Department:

Art

Job Status:

Part-time

Position Dates:

January-March, 2027

Job Description
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.

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.

Qualifications

Degree in fine arts.

Experience in teaching your current art making process.

Understanding of how to teach neurodivergent middle school students.

Accommodations

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.

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