At The Art of Education, we’re former art teachers and lifelong creatives who believe in the power of art—and the people who teach it.
We know the challenges you face, because we’ve lived them. That’s why we’ve built curriculum, PD, events, and community with one purpose: to support art teachers and help students thrive.
This isn’t just what we do. It’s who we are.
Flexible, Digital-First Delivery
Our content is designed for the realities of today’s classrooms—on-demand, standards-aligned, and constantly updated.
Built for Art Teachers, By Art Teachers
Materials and learning created by expert art educators ensure relevance, rigor, and immediate classroom applicability.
Professional Growth That Scales
We support teachers at every stage—from onboarding and daily prep to graduate-level learning—helping districts build thriving art teams.
Districts have partnered with AOE
Educators have used our curriculum and PD
Students impacted
Over 65% of our team are former teachers. That experience shapes everything we create—making it practical, relevant, and educator-approved.
The Center for the Advancement of Art Education (CAAE) is AOEU’s research and innovation hub, designed to create what’s next in K–12 visual arts education.
By partnering with districts, listening to educators, leading original research, and collaborating with thought leaders, CAAE delivers evidence-based insights that inform decisions, strengthen instructional practice, and advocate for equitable access to high-quality visual arts education for all students.
AOEU is a fully accredited university, offering two online master’s degrees and 40+ graduate-level courses designed for working educators—ideal for continuing education and optimized for license renewal and salary advancement.
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Are you passionate about making a difference in education? Learn more about working at AOE.