Teach with Us!

KoKo NYC is the arts education program of Open Source Gallery. KoKo NYC serves thousands of children every year through programs in local schools, public libraries, and at community events throughout New York City.

KoKo NYC has rolling recruitment for Teaching Artists.

KoKo NYC workshop options are ever expanding, but the core of every workshop remains the same — to empower kids to see potential all around them, to see their own ideas to fruition, to feel a sense of ownership in their creative process, and to make connections between art and science. Using repurposed materials as the foundation of KoKo NYC’s building supplies engenders environmental awareness as well as a spirit of innovation. Kids learn to make art from their environment and to see “trash” as an opportunity to create something new. Many workshops utilize open source technology and/or simple electronics to teach kids about circuitry, programming, and other scientific concepts.

Start Date:
Ongoing

Approximate Time Commitment:

• 2-3 afternoons per week
• 1 professional development workshop per month

Application materials:

• Resume
• Cover letter with explanation of interest, experience, and availability

Compensation:
$50/hour: Lead Teaching Artist + 30 minutes paid prep time per workshop
$45/hour: Assistant Teaching Artist
$32/hour: school break and summer workshops

Please send application materials via email to info@kokonyc.org