School Teachers (K-12) – Creative Careers Studio

Art school teachers spend their days instructing students in various artistic techniques and concepts, providing feedback on their work, and guiding them through creative projects. They also develop lesson plans, assess student progress, and stay engaged in the art community to bring fresh insights and methods into their teaching.

Quiz Matches

What kind of personality tends to excel in this career?

Ideas

Creations

How much this role requires you to be outspoken and in the spotlight.

Independent

Collaborative

How often you’ll have to work with others

Introvert

Extrovert

How often you’ll be coming up with big ideas versus making ideas reality.

Routine

Variety

How much your tasks change day by day

Screen Time

How much of your day is spent working at a desk on a computer.

Average Salary in SC

$43,292

Education Level

4 year degree recommended

Alternate Titles

Art Teacher
Classroom Teacher
Music Teacher
Dance Teacher
Theatre Teacher

More Details

Skills

Instructing
Learning Strategies
Speaking
Active Listening
Critical Thinking

Activities

Training and Teaching Others
Assisting and Caring for Others
Working with Computers
Coaching and Developing Others
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Work Styles

Dependability
Integrity
Adaptability/Flexibility
Concern for Others
Persistence

Professional Associations

National Art Education Association

Related High School Courses

Art and Design Courses
Art Fundamentals
Advanced Art
Art History

Education and Teaching Courses
Introduction to Education
Child Development
Teaching Methods

Communication and Creative Courses
Public Speaking
Creative Writing

Art Education and Studio Courses
Art Education
Studio Art Classes

Business and Organizational Skills Courses
Introduction to Business
Project Management

College Majors to Consider

Art Education
Art History
Art Therapy
Creative Arts
Digital Media Arts
Education
Fine Arts
Graphic Design
Studio Art
Visual Arts

Jobs, Internships, Apprenticeships

Jobs
Art Studio Assistant
Art Camp Counselor
Retail Associate in Art Supply Store
Freelance Art Tutor

Internships
Art Education Internship
Community Art Program Internship
Museum or Gallery Education Internship
Art Therapy Internship

Apprenticeships
Art Teacher’s Apprenticeship
Art School Assistant
Education Coordinator’s Apprenticeship
Youth Art Program Apprenticeship

Other Learning Opportunities
Pursue Art Education Courses
Volunteer for School Art Programs
Attend Workshops and Conferences
Develop a Teaching Portfolio

Profile of the SC Graduate

Express Ideas
Lead Teams
Engage as a Citizen

Learn more about the Profile of the SC Graduate here.

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