Magnet/Specialized Schools

K-12
Written By Thomas Kurtz

Funding
Publicly funded

Structure
Specialized programs within public school systems

Credentials

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • State teaching credential typically required

Responsibilities

  • Teaching advanced or audition-based ensembles

  • Supporting specialized arts pathways

  • Producing performances

  • Collaborating across departments

Pros
Strong arts resources · Institutional visibility · Motivated student populations

Challenges
Competitive hiring · High performance expectations

Thomas Kurtz
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