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Studio In A School

Arts Mentor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$20/hr

About the Middle School Arts Audition Boot Camp This summer, Studio in a School will partner with the NYC Public Schools Arts Office on the Middle School Arts Audition Boot Camp, a free two-week ...

Arts Mentor

Studio In A School

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$20/hr

Part-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Program: Middle School Arts Audition Boot Camp

Job Location: TBD

The Number of Openings: 5

Availability: July 27-July 31, 2026 (4-5 days) and August 3-August 14, 2026 (10 days). 7 hours per day.

Pay Rate: $20 per hour


About Studio in a School

Studio in a School fosters the creative and intellectual development of young people through quality visual arts programs directed by professional artists, arts and cultural internships, and apprentice-based learning in the arts. The organization also collaborates with and develops the ability of those who provide or support arts programming and creative development for young people both in and outside of schools.

About the Middle School Arts Audition Boot Camp

This summer, Studio in a School will partner with the NYC Public Schools Arts Office on the Middle School Arts Audition Boot Camp, a free two-week program which prepares students to apply for screened arts high schools. A select number of NYC public school students attending designated Title 1 schools and entering grade 8 in September 2026 will be participating this summer. The Arts Mentors will assist and support Studio Artist Instructors throughout the program.


Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide teaching assistance to Studio Artist Instructors.
  • Mentor student participants.
  • Prepare and maintain supplies.
  • Classroom setup before the program starts and breakdown on the final day.
  • Attend planning meetings before the program starts.
  • Assist with setup and breakdown of the final exhibition of student work.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications and Additional Requirements

  • Current Graduate or Undergraduate student in Visual Art, Art Education or other relevant field.
  • Commitment to the mission of Studio in a School.
  • NYC Public Schools Fingerprint and Background Check Clearance upon employment.


To apply:

Please click on Apply. Applications will only be accepted with a cover letter. No phone calls, please. Although we appreciate your interest, we will only contact the applicants we are considering for an interview. Please submit resume and cover letter explaining your interest, personal goals for participation, and any relevant experience or special qualifications by Friday, April 24, 2026.


If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to explore and apply for our Summer Arts Institute Intern position as well.

Studio in a School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to hire staff members who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. All positions at Studio in a School are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, employment status, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. All are encouraged to apply.

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