Creative Instructor Program
From Practice to Purpose
The GCA Creative Instructor Program prepares active artists and educators committed to the arts who are focused on becoming instructors in community-based art education programming. We prepare teachers and artists to expand their art practice, their teaching experience, and their philosophy toward community service, providing them with meaningful teaching experiences and pedagogical practices and training.
About the Creative Instructor Program
We provide educational and learning opportunities, work on art and educational grants for underrepresented communities, and build professional, interpersonal, and cultural pathways for art educators, strengthening their networks and ability to impact their communities and professional careers as artists, educators, and public intellectuals.
Program Highlights
Elevate your teaching career.
Cohort-Based Professional Development
Engage in collaborative learning experiences with fellow artists and educators, enhancing your skills and knowledge while building our social and professional network.
Quarterly Teaching Residencies
Gain practical experience and make a tangible impact by teaching in local communities. Using the studio spaces at the Garcia Center for multi-generational learning .
Mentorship and Pedegogy
Benefit from mentorship offered by our Educational Council, expanding your professional network, opportunities and teaching philosophy + skills.
Access to Resources
Utilize studio spaces at a discounted price, have access to Creative Aid – free art supplies / space sponsorships / access to food from the Culture Garden.
Join Our Creative Instructor Program
Elevate your teaching career and make a lasting impact in your community. Our Creative Instructor Program empowers artists with the skills and support needed to lead transformative art education. Apply today and be part of a vibrant network dedicated to fostering creativity and cultural enrichment.
Support With A Donation
Help us through a one-time or monthly donation to build our workforce of educators in the Inland Region. Every donation counts towards stipends for teachers, supplies, studio costs and ticket vouchers for community members in need of financial support.