Summer Assistant Teaching Artist

Summer Assistant Teaching Artist Philadelphia, PA Job Details Part-time $17 an hour 9 hours ago Qualifications Middle school teaching Airtable Student mentoring Classroom management Student record keeping Working with high schoolers Curriculum implementation Working with middle schoolers Lesson planning Teaching visual art Collaborative teaching Teaching Entry level Full Job Description Overview The City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program's Art Education Department serves over 2000 youth annually through free out-of-school time art education programs in neighborhoods throughout Philadelphia. Our programs provide a creative outlet for some of the city's most vulnerable youth. Mural Arts seeks to build safe spaces with and for the youth we serve, and our students' work demonstrates their capacity for thinking deeply and creating fearlessly. The Mural Arts Career Connected Learning (C2L-PHL) program provides paid career exploration to Philadelphia-based students aged 14-18 in partnership with JEVS Human Services (jevshumanservices.org). This six-week summer intensive program introduces youth participants to hands-on work readiness experiences in what it takes to be a working artist. Through project-based learning, employing drawing, painting, photography, mixed media, and mural making, youth participants learn to develop their own creative portfolio while working with locally and nationally known artists. Our curriculum offers students the technical and creative foundation necessary to imagine, design, and create a wide range of individual and public works of art. Whether creating a mural or honing foundational art skills, lessons are designed with both short and long-term goals in mind, incorporating artistic and social history in addition to traditional and emerging art processes. At every turn we encourage our students to reflect on themselves and make a positive difference in the communities in which they work and play. Job summary This position supports the Lead Teaching Artist in delivering arts education programming for middle and high school youth. Working collaboratively with the Lead Teaching Artist, the Assistant Teaching Artist helps facilitate a safe, engaging, and creative classroom environment in partnership with students and site personnel. The program will run from July 6 through August 14, operating Monday through Friday at various locations throughout Philadelphia. Classes are held in AM cohorts (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM) and PM cohorts (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM). Key Responsibilities Provides instructional support to Lead Teaching Artist (20 hours a week) Assists with the setup and cleanup for projects and/or activities (up to 2 hours a week) Assists in preparing and delivering classroom instruction and occasionally leads classroom activities, develops lesson plans and manages classroom under the guidance of the Lead Teaching Artist Acts as mentor and role model for participating students Tracks classroom attendance weekly, using Airtable Tracks supportive services (student SEPTA Keypass log) on a weekly basis and ensure records are shared in a timely manner with C2LPHL program coordinator. Supports the documentation of student work Supports timely collection and recording of completed student forms (registration, field trip, etc.) Attends mandatory evening professional development meeting in

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TBA Assists in chaperoning field trips Helps maintain site partner relationships Qualifications and Experience Preferably 12 years of experience teaching art to youth in middle and/or high school Ability to work in multiple settings with respect and humility, i.e.: NonEnglish dominant spaces, Queer and LGBTQ spaces, cultural and spiritual spaces and navigating gender assigned spaces. Ability to work in a fastpaced environment Updated Child Abuse clearance, Criminal Background check, and FBI Clearance, or the ability to obtain these clearances before July 6, 2026. Work Environment This position will be assigned to a designated location within the city of Philadelphia. Regardless of what mode of transportation you use to work, we make every effort to take into consideration commuting times for our onsite staff. Organizational Background For more than 40 years, Mural Arts Philadelphia has been at the forefront of community-engaged public art, producing over 4,000 works that have earned Philadelphia worldwide recognition as the "Mural Capital of the World." As the nation's largest public art program, Mural Arts demonstrates how collaborative artmaking can revitalize neighborhoods, strengthen civic identity, and spark meaningful social change. Through participatory public art, advocacy, education, and employment opportunities, Mural Arts provides transformative experiences, fosters critical dialogue, and stimulates economic growth for the City of Philadelphia. Core program areas—Art Education, Community Murals, Porch Light, and Restorative Justice—offer unique, project-based learning opportunities for thousands of youth and adults each year. Mural Arts' popular tours attract visitors from around the world, offering a firsthand look at the inspiring stories behind its iconic collection and affirming Philadelphia's reputation as the largest outdoor art gallery. Compensation and Benefits This is a part-time position. The hourly rate is $17 per hour for 22 hours per week.

Anticipated onboarding dates:

June 8th June 26th, 2026

Offsession:

June 29 July 5th, 2026 Program dates: July 6th August 14, 2026 How to Apply Please submit a resume and a thoughtful cover letter describing your interest in the role and relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submissions are strongly encouraged.

Please note:

We are unable to accept phone inquiries or applications through outside agencies. Our HR team will make every effort to respond to your submission within three business days. Equal Opportunity Mural Arts Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities to apply. If you meet some of the requirements but not all, we encourage you to submit your application to be considered. About Mural Arts Philadelphia Mural Arts Philadelphia is the nation's largest public art program, founded on the belief that art ignites change. For more than 35 years, we have united artists and communities through a collaborative and equitable process that has produced more than 4,000 murals, transforming public spaces and individual lives. Through participatory artmaking, we spark dialogue, beautify neighborhoods, and generate economic and social impact. Our core programs—Art Education, Community Murals, Environmental Justice, Porch Light, and Restorative Justice—offer creative learning and employment for thousands of youth and adults each year. As a magnet for cultural tourism, our popular mural tours share the inspiring stories behind the artworks that have made Philadelphia the world's largest outdoor art gallery and the "Mural Capital of the World."