Become A Mentor

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V+V'sTeaching Artist Program (TAP) expands upon opportunities for V+V artists who have an interest in teaching, speaking, and public leadership positions in the field of visual art by providing individualized training and supports that develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to pursue these interests effectively. The primary goal of the Teaching Artist Program is to reduce and remove barriers to opportunity for artists with disabilities in Greater Cincinnati.

Mentors are the heart and soul of the Teaching Artist Program. This group of volunteers makes it possible for each artist to achieve his or her leadership goals. Each mentor is paired with an artist for 30 weeks. During this time mentors and artists work one on one, making art, creating lesson plans, practicing public speaking, visiting schools, and learning from each other. Mentors make an incredible impact on the artists with whom they work, but the reverse is also true. This incredibly fun and challenging two-way learning experience is the beauty of TAP and it's the reason we hope you will choose to be a mentor.