A career as an art teacher typically requires a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or a BA in art with additional training in education. Art teachers teach students the basic principles of art and, very often, art history. Fortunately for art teachers, art is typically included in the curriculum of most elementary and secondary schools.

Art teachers encourage creativity and teach techniques of various mediums including painting, drawing, and sculpture. They must have a wide range of knowledge about art, including art history, and an understanding of abstract concepts. Art teachers must be able to spot and develop talent and help all students discover their creativity.

Unfortunately, when schools are on a tight budget, art and music classes are often the first cut. But if you are an art teacher and you have difficulty finding employment in schools, you can also find a career as a trained artist, art gallery associate or owner, or as an art teacher in a community-based art centers.