TAI: Honoring the Art Form
Transforming Classroom Culture through the Arts
Teacher Application Deadline:
October 2, 2019
The deadline for artists to apply has passed.
TAI: Honoring the Art Form
Transforming Classroom Culture through the Arts
Teacher Application Deadline: October 2, 2019
The deadline for artists to apply has passed.
Our essential question:
How can artists transform classroom culture through the arts?
Our essential question:
How can artists transform classroom culture through the arts?
consideration for a 5-week paid teaching position at Young Audiences’ Summer Arts and Learning Academy (SALA) 2020
Training includes:
The CASEL/SEL framework and ESSA
Strategies for creating trauma-sensitive classrooms
In this workshop, we’ll dive into trauma sensitivity and how to create safe and engaging spaces for all children through mindfulness, restorative practice, and asset-based classroom management strategies.
Get An Inside Look at Trauma-Informed Practices | Watch the Video
Fine arts residency modeling
Instruction in developing a standards-based fine arts residency
Training in educational trends and best practices
1:1 mentorship
Field testing
What artists gain
consideration for a 5-week paid teaching position at Young Audiences’ Summer Arts and Learning Academy (SALA) 2020
Training includes:
The CASEL/SEL framework and ESSA
Strategies for creating trauma-sensitive classrooms
Fine arts residency modeling
Instruction in developing a standards-based fine arts residency
Training in educational trends and best practices
1:1 mentorship
Field testing
Teachers of all subject areas (preK-12) are welcome to apply! Participating teachers will receive a stipend and a discounted residency at the teacher’s home school.
Through this program, teachers will receive:
- A new residency program piloted in your school at a drastically reduced price to your school (only $600!)
- Experience designing, writing, and co-teaching an artist-in-residence program
- Inclusion in high quality workshops with master teaching artists
- The opportunity to build your community and network of artists and teachers passionate about arts education
- A $300 stipend for your time and contributions
Teacher Application Deadline: October 2, 2019
Required Dates for Teachers
Orientation Meeting
Monday, October 7, 2019
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Retreat Day
Saturday, November 16, 2019
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Presentation Day
Saturday, January 18, 2020
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Reflection Day
Saturday, May 9, 2020
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Dates to be determined: Residency field testing in teacher’s home school with artist partner
Demand for SEL:
There’s a growing demand for social and emotional learning. It’s what principal’s want: A national survey of school principals indicates widespread support for SEL among school districts across the country.
Demand for ESSA-aligned programming:
Federal funding for schools is now tied into programs that address school climate/culture and educating the whole child. School districts are hungry for programs that are aligned with the priorities of this legislation.
- ARTISTS:
- who are new to the field of teaching artistry and working in schools.
- who have completed a TAI course and want to adapt their residencies to have a more explicit focus on social and emotional learning (SEL).
- who have completed Young Audiences’ Summer Arts Corps training and are ready to develop an artist-in-residence program.
- TEACHERS:
- of all subject areas (preK-12) are welcome to apply! Participating teachers will receive a stipend and a discounted residency at the teacher’s home school.
Teacher Application Deadline: October 2, 2019
The deadline for artists to apply has passed.

What is SEL?
Demand for SEL:
There’s a growing demand for social and emotional learning. It’s what principal’s want: A national survey of school principals indicates widespread support for SEL among school districts across the country.
What is ESSA?
Demand for ESSA-aligned programming:
Federal funding for schools is now tied into programs that address school climate/culture and educating the whole child. School districts are hungry for programs that are aligned with the priorities of this legislation.
Who Should Apply?

- Artists who are new to the field of teaching artistry and working in schools.
- Artists who have completed a TAI course and want to adapt their residencies to have a more explicit focus on social and emotional learning (SEL).
- Artists who have completed Young Audiences’ Summer Arts Corps training and are ready to develop an artist-in-residence program.
- Teachers of all subject areas (preK-12) are welcome to apply! Participating teachers will receive a stipend and a discounted residency at the teacher’s home school.
Teacher Application Deadline: October 2, 2019
The deadline for artists to apply has passed.
Download the TAI Brochure
For more information on this year's course download the brochure. DOWNLOADSUMMER / FALL 2019
September 25, 2019
Artist Application Deadline
October 2, 2019
Teacher Application Deadline
October 7, 2019
Orientation meeting, 5:30 – 7:00 pm
FALL 2019
November 14-16, 2019
TAI RETREAT at Pearlstone Center
November 14 & 15 – Artists only
November 16 – Artists and Teacher Partners
November/December 2019
Classroom visit
(Exact date to be determined)
December 7, 2019
Writing Workshop – Artists only
December 19, 2019, 5:30-8:30 pm
Collaborative Dinner: Artists share lesson plans with teacher partners.
WINTER / SPRING 2020
Week of January 6, 2020
(one date TBD) Coffee Talk: Artists prepare for presentation day
January 18, 2020
Presentation Day
Artists and Teacher Partners
January 18 – May 1, 2020
Field Testing
May 9, 2020, 8:30 am-4 pm
Reflection Day
Artists and Teacher Partners
May 19, 2020, 4-6 pm
Happy Hour & Celebration
Artists and Teacher Partners
T A I
Building a community of teaching artists as change agents.
Questions? Email info@teachingartistinstitute.org
© 2019 Teaching Artist Institute
T A I
Building a community of teaching artists as change agents.
Questions? Email info@teachingartistinstitute.org