How to ACTUALLY be a Successful Art Teacher

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An update to a previous video I created a few years back. How to actually be a successful art teacher will give you 5 helpful tips as a newbie or someone who is just starting or thinking about joining the art teacher world. You can agree, or have other ideas, but this is the experience I have had.
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@cadencestanley3233 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Thank you! For taking the time to do this! I was just hired at a small private school to teach art, super stoked but NEEDED to hear everything you said! I can put pressure on myself and really, it’s about THEM and unlocking their creativity. Plus, o my gosh the resources out there are incredible!

@jvwashington 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 3 months into teaching art and this definitely encouraged me. Thanks for creating the video.

@alishahagenart 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm glad it could help.

@_xanna Жыл бұрын

I’d love to be an art teacher and was even told by my art teacher I’d be a great art teacher. Art is one of my greatest loves in life and I’m excellent at jt, and love helping people improve themselves. But I have severe social anxiety :(

@acdory Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm nervous about officially becoming an art teacher and it was wonderful to hear you share your experience. Thank you! I hope you're doing well:)

@ms.rainh20teachesart 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting this! You have a wonderfully hilarious personality. I have two art teacher interviews this week, and learning what you've stated here will help me out! Thanks again!

@valorycanfield2169 2 жыл бұрын

THIS VIDEO WAS SO HELPFUL! I just started teaching a watercolor class at a local fine arts school. I want to do this as a career and hearing your advice helps me on my perspective.

@alishahagenart 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I could be helpful. I hope your watercolor class goes really well. Sometimes I wish I could also teach outside of public school art classes. Maybe one day I could do that too. I wouldn't even know where to look.

@TheArtMentor 3 жыл бұрын

Fellow art teacher here ✋ I’m curious to hear your list in another five years as well. Good perspectives

@artmakeslifemeri Жыл бұрын

This is great advice esp from having only 5 years experience. I have over 20 years experience and I am still learning and sharing! Thank you!

@artifactartstudio107 Жыл бұрын

Same here: 23 years under my belt and this young art teacher nailed it.

@lbs85 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to do this. I’ve been an ESL teacher and love kids and teaching but now I’m pursuing a career in Art And all this will be really helpful. Specially about the Management part.

@kit6863 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not a teacher but I am an art teacher. I do not have a degree in teaching but its quite easy to educate yourself to be a teacher without the need to go to University.

@alishahagenart 2 жыл бұрын

That’s true, but to teach at most public K-12 schools in the US you need a degree. Sometimes you can get an alternative certification for a teaching license also. I think it’s easier to land a job if you have that art Ed teaching license right away.

@meindian1979 2 жыл бұрын

@@alishahagenart Hi, I'm in the same boat as Peach. So are there any universities or colleges that offer a one or two-year program that can get me a teaching license? The reason I ask is that my wife is an MYP Visual Art teacher at a private school where this license is not a requirement but to teach in most public schools is mandatory.

@alishahagenart 2 жыл бұрын

@@meindian1979 I don't know very much about alternative licenses or credentials, but I know every state or area is different. In New Mexcio where I'm at you can teach for up to three years with just a Bachelor's degree and temporary license, but you have to pursue teaching credentials by the end of year 3 to continue. So you'd have to take classes and teach at the same time, which I just don't recommend, but many people do it. It just seems stressful, but it's possible. Like I said, everywhere is different. I think my advice about going to college for it is more for those just starting out knowing they want to get into art education. It's easier down the straight path, but it's doable in many ways.

@meindian1979 2 жыл бұрын

@@alishahagenart Thank you

@myswagobsession 6 ай бұрын

If you want to teach in a charter, public or private school you do need to have a bachelors as well as certification. I’m a first year Art Teacher and I have my bachelors in Fashion Design but I didn’t go to college for art education so I don’t have my certifications. I have to do that or else my salary will be decreased.

@MrJdguanguan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Alisha! This was very helpful. I'm a Senior at Sacramento State University and a Studio Art major interested in one day teaching College Art.

@tselone 2 жыл бұрын

Dope and informative! Thanks for the good words to us future art teachers 🙂

@luisbonnet3957 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You for this video. It is so informative and helpful.

@tselone Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips...I start teaching soon and your words of advice will help 😊

@beautifullightlight Жыл бұрын

When I was in school as a kid, sometimes I'd peep my art teacher making art at their desk and was so fascinated , like a peak in their world......

@alishahagenart 2 ай бұрын

I did the same with my high school art teacher, I'd love to see what she was working on behind her desk. When I taught high school I'd make more art along with them, and my classroom was like my studio after hours. Now with teaching elementary, I'm moving around way too much to even work a tiny bit on something for myself and I can't stay long after or on weekends at my current school, so I have a house studio instead.

@yanbechu Жыл бұрын

I teach Intro to Culinary Arts and Hospitality at a middle school and am very interested in teaching Elementary art even though my college degree is not in art(just have an AA in Design, another AA in Culinary Arts, and my BA is in Psychology). I love teaching elective classes, and your video showed me many similarities between my classes and art classes! Organization(especially juggling many different groups come and go throughout the day and you need to differentiate the lessons) and the absolute importance of classroom management!

@poofcat3 3 жыл бұрын

I was grandfathered in to teaching art, lol. No college whatsoever! However, I love kids, I’m good at art, very organized, and I’m learning from other teachers that actually have degrees! You are correct that you must like people and never stop learning! I try to make sure my kids are happy and having fun. Made some mistakes and learned from them… kids are great teachers too! This will be my second year… is there some kind of list of what age levels should be learning what? Thanks for the great advice!

@chaniquedavis288 3 жыл бұрын

I just want to say, this video is soooo good! It really helped me. I am going into my 5th year of teaching Art and I just really needed some encouragement after a “covid year”. Thank you for sparking the light in me again.

@alishahagenart 2 жыл бұрын

I know this comment is older now and I often forget to reply to anyone, but you're welcome! I'm glad I could be helpful.

@sassysew1 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for tips!

@hana2241 Жыл бұрын

THIS VIDEO WAS SO HELPFUL! I just started teaching last year wish me luck.

@artbyedna9210 Жыл бұрын

I love the glue sponge idea! Thank you! I will be doing this next semester 👍🏻🎉🎉🎉

@ginamcc4539 Жыл бұрын

I'm teaching someone tonight to help someone with their anxiety so I'm thinking of doing abstract painting with ink, I think this will help them. thank you for these tips xx

@surekhasart-world5733 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I m an Art teacher. I like your explanation... Good job 👍

@flowjosvlogs8478 8 ай бұрын

hello really love your videos they are helpful to me as I want to pursue becoming an art teacher and I really hope I can do as well as you are someday thanks Ms Alisha! love your videos 😊!!

@ariolejones Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this

@omgthisblowsmuchos 11 ай бұрын

You are good! I love you and your video! I'm trying to teach my sisters kids but they are a handful. I love ‘em so much and I wanna teach them something what I love. That's how I found your video 😉 But you are right! If I try to show them how to do, something cool, I must to draw something in front of them, that I know how to draw. I was thinking I can draw them a mushroom, cause I can do that stuff pretty well 😎 Thanks!

@Grayandcray 3 жыл бұрын

We got this!

@Jc420BlkEntertainment Жыл бұрын

l love these tips. thanks.

@3angelsoutreachfarm520 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU.

@danadavis6193 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been teaching art for 16 years! Just started a channel of my own. I think both videos of yours were super creative and we need both (depending on the day 😊) Day&Nightstudio with Dana Davis

@stupidloser279 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! I'm currently in college now, planning to become an art teacher someday. I was just offered a position as an art teacher for 6 weeks for a small group of students outside of school. This was a beautiful video. I (very much) need to practice the management aspect and the confidence in myself. But I definitely feel a little more at ease with myself after watching this. Just gotta remember to be authentic and true to myself.

@alishahagenart 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Glad I could help a little bit. It’s a fun job, but can be challenging. I wish you a happy future!

@francesb7515 Жыл бұрын

Did you ever lead a group on an important project in school? I see management as another way of saying I am able to break down and model the steps of an activity and ensure students are listening. They need directions for everything; Entering and starting, communication, listening, and handling materials safely and all of the steps of an activity or project. I do the activity and write notes for steps. If I don't do the activity myself first it will not work.

@elysegalloway 2 жыл бұрын

Could you talk more about being a successful art teacher focusing more on techniques in the classroom? How to set up a basic class, or types of goals to aim for with lesson planning. Differences between teaching adults vs children. I want to host workshops in-person and focus on my own audience, but have never taught before. I am a professional artist, but I don't know where to start when it comes to teaching. I'm trying to start by writing down a lot of my ideas. I don't quite know how to approach beginners. I don't think most people wouldn't start with "Color Theory" or "how to create realistic fur in Pastel" -- I want to get there, but that's not my audience just yet.

@alishahagenart 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a good idea. Actually planning and making up my classes was one of the biggest challenges in the beginning. I don’t have much experience teaching adults, but I can talk and out high school vs. elementary aged students. I wouldn’t think it’d be too different except for maybe adults actually want to be there more. The content is always similar.

@ZyctArtistry 3 жыл бұрын

Just joined you now, I am an art teacher too and I am struggling in some areas of my actual lesson plan. I am watching your video to see if I can learn, I believe all of us have unique way of teaching so here I am now watching your videos haha. I became an art teacher because I need money to feed mouths haha, second is I am interested in art since I was a kid. I am not good as professional artist I just love art haha anything about art so I am blessed that my superior saw this skills in me that is why he put me in this position.

@alishahagenart 3 жыл бұрын

Oh lesson plans. It's a constant work in progress for me. Curriculum and lessons... I'm always changing things in format, organization, and content.

@withbirds 9 ай бұрын

Thank you! I’d maybe be interested in any advice or experience from teaching video to kids - I’m starting a job at a local library after school program where I’m gonna make movies with the kids. Don’t have the most kid experience but excited

@alishahagenart 8 ай бұрын

That sounds so fun! Making movies with kids. Kids are so knowledgable with technology, I'm sure anything would be exciting. Look up shot angles and get to know some editing software like iMovie. It also depends on what technology you have. Ipads, cameras, computers, etc. Stopmotion is also always fun for kids (and me!) I love it.

@LexieAsmr 2 жыл бұрын

Are there any psychological theories you like most or use in your classroom?

@AGENTARMES 3 ай бұрын

Alisha! Thanks for making this vid. I'm in California. I believe most schools here took art out of elementary school as a stand-alone class and have it as part of the General Education curriculum. What states would you recommend moving to, to teach art at an elementary level? I have 4-year bachelors in Graphic Design and would love to know more about what specific credential I'd need to teach at your grade level/area

@alishahagenart 2 ай бұрын

I can only really comment on 3 different states. MN and TX have a lot of art education positions, but they are pickier about qualifications and being certified in Art Ed right away. I'm in New Mexico and they are more lenient and willing to work with uncertified art educators, as long as you have a bachelor's in a related field and I think the pay is good for the cost of living. I hear bad things about Florida and how underpaid they are. Otherwise, I'm not as knowledgeable on other states.

@katarinaah4953 Ай бұрын

Nice videoo😊

@alishahagenart Ай бұрын

Awe, thanks!

@juztnlast953 8 ай бұрын

I am doing a long term art teacher leave replacement. I am struggling with classroom management, I understand that art class is one of those classes where kids are allowed to talk, but the kids simply get carried away. I always struggle asking them to quiet down because the kids only stay quiet for a few moments before they get loud again. Sometimes half the class will listen to me and the other half will just plain ignore me. I feel embarrassed to even bring this up. Any advice you can offer?

@alishahagenart 7 ай бұрын

I added a touch light and a sign that says "5 minute focus" I don't use it much now, but it would work well at the beginning. They have to be silent when it's on. I explain what focus means and why it's important not to talk so much. Just saying "be quieter" doesn't always help. When in doubt, I project the bouncy balls website for sound and make a tally for every time it says "Shhh!" Have it be a competition between classes or grades.

@anthonysbliss Жыл бұрын

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@deleteaman 2 жыл бұрын

I actually do care how good an art teacher is at art. That's kind of important to me.

@alishahagenart 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I agree especially if you’re and adult or older student looking to refine skills. But to teach in younger levels or in the beginning, you do not have to be a master artist. I wouldn’t want art skills to deter someone who wants to teach. The skills can always be learned and improved just like student skills also.

@indigomoonchild6638 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have to be like, really good at art to be an art teacher?

@Lucy-nw4im 2 жыл бұрын

Not at all! It definitely helps to be good at art but it’s not necessary.

@catcat1526 2 жыл бұрын

I feel unsure if I like teaching or not.

@alishahagenart 2 жыл бұрын

Oh I get that. I don't always like teaching every day. I'm an outgoing introvert so being around people all day drains me. Where you are and who you are teaching makes a big difference too. After teaching at one school I thought I would never go back. But I moved to a new place and younger grades and it fits me much better now.

@diljnastoilova5261 6 ай бұрын

You do not need skills if you have good talent and know haw to manage with kids Some people just love kids

@mongiart Жыл бұрын

From my experience of teaching learners prefer a good demonstrator that requires you to be partly good in Art😂though being a good teacher requires all your steps mentioned above.