Community Art Collaborative (CAC) AmeriCorps Member Application 2026-27

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Community Art Collaborative (CAC) AmeriCorps Member!    

Please review the CAC Member Position Description [below] in full, before beginning your application. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, as positions remain available.  

The following materials are required to complete your application. Additional information about each item is provided in the application form.

  1. Cover letter
  2. Resume
  3. Digital portfolio containing 6-10 images of your artwork, teaching samples, community projects, examples of prior community work, or related materials
  4. Contact information (email and phone number) for two (2) professional references
  5. 1-2 Letters of Support (Optional, but highly encouraged)   

Please check out our full website to learn more about the program, including a detailed breakdown of program benefits. Check out our Instagram @communityartcollaborative to learn more about our current members and partner organizations! 

We welcome you to reach out with any questions about the application or the CAC program to CAC Program Manager, Susan Tuberville, at stuberville@mica.edu.

We look forward to reviewing your application!   

 

**AmeriCorps is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its employees and upholding the anti-discrimination laws which are applicable to the workforce and volunteers. The Agency strives for work and service environments which are free from discrimination and harassment for employees, service members and volunteers. Read more about AmeriCorps' non-discrimination policies [here].**

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Community Art Collaborative (CAC) AmeriCorps Member

Position Description 

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Description:

The Community Art Collaborative (CAC) is a community arts-focused AmeriCorps program. Hosted at Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) since 2004, CAC is grant funded by the Maryland Governor’s Office of Service and Volunteerism, and the Corporation for National and Community Service. The CAC program is based in Graduate Studies at MICA and is part of a larger National Service network of AmeriCorps programs throughout the country. In the CAC program, AmeriCorps members are matched with non-profit community organizations, museums, and schools around Baltimore City to serve year-long community arts residencies. The service of CAC member artists provides youth and adults the benefits of after-school and community-based arts experiences, supports youth social-emotional skill development through the arts, and strengthens neighborhoods through community art initiatives. CAC Members will develop social-emotional learning-based curricula, facilitate arts classes & workshops, assist in the evaluation of programs, and gain valuable professional experience in the community arts and non-profit fields. Members may also have the opportunity to develop special projects, plan community events, and support their partner organizations and communities in a myriad of ways. The CAC program is a great fit for someone who would like to: 

1.) gain more hands-on experience and professional development for teaching art to youth and adults in community settings,

2.) become connected with a network of community-driven arts organizations and individuals in Baltimore, 

3.) use their creative expertise to contribute to impactful community-based work in Baltimore City. 

At this time, CAC is prioritizing applications for full-time members for the 2026-27 program year. Applicants should expect to serve 35-40 hours per week, or 1700 total hours over the course of the year, with built-in time-off flexibility. Current undergraduate students are not eligible at this time, due to the full-time scheduling demands of the position. 

 

Preferred qualifications: 

  • Prior experience teaching art to K-12 youth, or working directly with K-12 youth in a related capacity. Minimum 1 year.
  • Strong interest in facilitating K-12 youth arts programming, with flexibility to work with multiple age groups including adults.
  • Flexibility to work with one of several partner organizations through CAC, which are subject to change prior to each program year. 
  • Experience in volunteer service projects and/or community organizing for events or projects.
  • Communication skills (verbal & written) and an ability to stay in consistent daily communication with the CAC program and your partner organization/site supervisor throughout the year. 
  • Writing skills, for writing lesson plans, monthly report reflections, and potential grant applications for community projects. 
  • Organizational and time management skills; attention to detail.
  • Some experience in data and information management is preferred.
  • Curiosity to increase knowledge of best practices in community arts, art education, and youth development through ongoing training, professional development, and mentoring. Commitment to incorporate best practices when facilitating arts programming. 
  • Passion for supporting youth; passion for using art as a tool to benefit communities. 
  • Ability to be a strong team player, demonstrating respect for all program participants, team members, collaborators and more throughout the duration of the program. 

 

AmeriCorps minimum eligibility requirements:

  • Must be 17 years of age or older
  • Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be a US citizen, national, or permanent resident
  • Acceptance and participation in an AmeriCorps program is conditional upon a National Service Criminal History background check (provided by the program) 

 

Benefits:

The program offers many benefits through AmeriCorps, including:

  • A living stipend equivalent to $17/hour ($28,900 for the full year) *
  • Premium-free healthcare (including medical, dental, vision, AD&D) 
  • A Member Assistance Program, with free services such as 24/7 counseling and other life/work balance supports
  • Federal Segal Education Award ($7,395.00 for full-time members) given at the successful completion of a year of service in the program. This award is accessible to alumni through a federal portal and can be applied to a variety of future education costs and/or qualifying student loans. The Segal Education Award is not distributed as a cash payment. 
  • Childcare benefits to eligible members
  • Schools of National Service and Employers of National Service program for AmeriCorps alumni; various benefits often available for the AmeriCorps alumni network!
  • Full-time service in AmeriCorps qualifies as eligible employment for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF). *exceptions may apply, please consult your loan servicer to inquire about your specific student loan repayment/forgiveness options.   

As MICA team members, CAC members receive additional benefits, including:

  • Access to campus resources including laptop and other tech rentals, resources through the Decker library, and more
  • Free software, including Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office
  • Special campus events, including guest speakers, Staff Development days, and more
  • Extensive Professional Development opportunities throughout the year in CAC
  • For returning CAC members (serving a second year in CAC), tuition remission benefits are available to enroll in select classes within MICA’s Open Studies department (tuition-free) 

Review more benefits information on our website: https://www.mica.edu/community-partners/community-art-collaborative/americorps-benefits/ 

 

How to Apply:

The link to our online application (via the Submittable platform) can be found through our website only: https://www.mica.edu/cac Applicants should prepare the following materials: 

  • Resume/CV
  • A cover letter that specifically describes why you are interested in the CAC program, and why you would like to facilitate youth arts programming in community settings
  • A digital portfolio (PDF) containing 6-10 images of your artwork, teaching samples, community projects, examples of prior community work, or related materials  [View an example format here - view only]
  • Contact information for two (2) professional references
  • 1-2 Letters of Support from your Professional References (optional, but highly encouraged)

 

Application Timeline: 

  • Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis as positions remain available. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
  • Interviews for selected applicants will begin in August 2026, via Zoom, and will continue on a rolling basis as positions remain available. Applicants are asked to familiarize themselves with our Partner Organizations as well as the CASEL SEL framework in preparation for their interview. 
  • The AmeriCorps service year commitment for selected applicants will begin no earlier than September 7, 2026, and run through August 14, 2027. Exact start date will be determined upon position offer.

*CAC’s program year is contingent on final approval of funds from AmeriCorps.  The Member living stipend may be adjusted based on final funds awarded. Applicants will be notified if any changes occur before start date. 

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