The school year is in full swing, and you have a good pulse on your teaching situation. Your art room or cart is set up, and you’re monitoring your systems and zones in action. You’re starting to get to know your students, and they’re really opening up to you. The jokes and camaraderie are rolling in… and so are the wild behaviors. You’ve set a routine and rhythm with prepping materials, campus duties, and connecting with colleagues. Your art teacher energy is still high, and the artwork is starting to roll out.
Despite all of the commonalities art teachers share, each of us has a very unique teaching situation. That’s the nature of art education! From class schedules to kiln access to levels of support, what being an art teacher looks like can vary dramatically from position to position. That’s why we want to hear your story! From the artistic growth you foster to the challenges you tackle with joy and tenacity, your experiences reveal a picture of art education today.
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