Artist/Teacher Information

Most of the individual artists listed in the Thunder Bay Arts & Heritage Directory have delivered programming in the schools.  An overview of expectations of teachers, schools and principals in delivering programming are discussed at a mandatory orientation session.  Most will have up to date Criminal Background Checks, or they will be in the process of attaining them, as well as a current T.B. Tests.

We strongly recommend each teacher make direct contact with  specific artists, heritage programmers and organizations.

Following are a list of suggested questions for teachers to ask artists (and vice versa).

Suggested Questions for Teachers to ask an Artist.

  1. When was your most recent school visit? How many school visits did you do in 2009/2010?
  2. Do you have experience teaching and/or working with young people?
  3. Are you a professional artist?
  4. Do you have an up to date criminal background check and a current T.B. Test?
  5. May I look through your portfolio?

Suggested Questions for an Artist to ask a Teacher.

  1. Are you willing to commit fully to this project by being present at all times and by actively engaging in the lesson with the students?
  2. What education/teaching experience do you have in the arts?
  3. Are you willing to collaborate on specific programming ideas so the expectations of the teacher, artist and students are met?
  4. Are you willing to have the space the artist requires to work in  made available during the times the artist is in the school?
  5. Would you like to see my portfolio?

Suggestions for Artists re: Portfolio

  1. Artists description or profile
  2. Professional Resume
  3. Examples of your work: (slides, CD’s, photos, videos, website or reviews)
  4. Description of shows, workshops or residencies for/with young people.
  5. Examples of student work from your workshops or residencies.
  6. Availability.
  7. Copy of your Criminal Background Check and T.B. Test or letter that states the process has begun.
  8. References (including contact information) from at least 3 educators, community programmers or collaborators in relation to your show/work for/with young people.
  9. Any other promotional or support material. 
  10. Knowledge of the Ontario Curriculum as an integral part of successful work as an artist in the classroom.

Winter Elective Suggestions

All artists and organizations  (see *) may be approached for winter elective programming.