How to Teach Art in Italy
Italy has a rich heritage in art and culture. Italy has maintained a very diverse and religious culture throughout its long history. The artwork that has been produced in Italy throughout the centuries has made a lasting impression on the development of Western civilization. Individuals can travel to Italy in order to teach art. The atmosphere and culture make Italy a great place to experience teaching art classes.
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Things You'll Need
- Computer with Internet connection
- Host company or school
- European job database
- Art degree
- Teaching experience
Instructions
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Use a reputable Internet search engine in order to locate art instructor positions in Italy. The Teach International website explains that there are more art positions open during the spring and summer months. You should apply early in order to increase your chance of getting hired.
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Use a European job database in order to locate art instructor positions in Italy. The Princeton Online website is an example of a database that allows users to search for positions all over the world. Carefully read through the job postings, and apply for positions that match with your qualifications.
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Some positions will have specific educational requirements you must meet to be able to teach art in Italy. Because of the high artistic standards within the country, it is advisable to have an upper-level art degree. The Teach International website recommends you have a masters degree or doctorate in art to be an effective instructor in the elite Italian environment.
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Search for organizations that could help you be placed in a teaching position abroad. The Artis Tours website is an example of an organization that recruits and places individuals in learning or teaching positions in Italy. Once an individual is accepted into the program, he will be placed in an art instruction position in Florence.
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Ask about housing options and the salary before accepting an art instructor position in Italy. The Teach International website explains that most instructors are provided with living accommodations once the position is accepted. The salaries in northern Italy are generally higher than in the south, but an instructor can expect to make 700 to 1,500 Euros a month.
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Verify the art styles that will be taught. Most instructors will be assigned a class, but some will be allowed to create their own curriculum and schedule. The Artis website explains that an instructor will have access to an art studio five days a week, but most of the lessons will take place in other locations.
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