We do not currently have an open application for Teaching Artists. However, we do have a particular program need for individuals who, in addition to having significant experience delivering arts-integrated instruction, are: a) bilingual and able to teach in both Spanish and English, OR b) live on the periphery of YA’s tri-county service area (Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington counties.)
If you meet one or both of these criteria, please feel free to reach out to [email protected]. Thanks!

Teaching Artists Daniel Granias and Nancy Morris Judd at WL Henry in Hillsboro School District. (Photo:Frank Hunt)Â
About Right Brain Residencies
- Teaching weaves together the arts and other classroom subject area content (arts integration).
- Lessons are created in collaboration with classroom teachers.
- Students range from Kindergarten to 8th grade, though teaching artists do not need to be able to teach at all levels.
- Schools are located throughout the Portland tri-county area (Clackamas, Multnomah, Washington counties).
- Roster artists are selected each year by schools.
- Artists are independent contractors and work is not guaranteed.
Priority Zip Codes
| Town/Region | Zip Code |
| Boring | 97009 |
| Clackamas | 97015 |
| Corbett | 97019 |
| Gresham | 97030 |
| Sandy | 97055 |
| Fairview, Troutdale & Wood Village | 97060 |
| Norwood | 97062 |
| Oregon City | 97068 |
| Gresham | 97080 |
| Happy Valley | 97086 |
| Damascus | 97089 |
| Banks | 97106 |
| Cornelius | 97113 |
| Forest Grove | 97116 |
| Hillsboro | 97123 |
| Hillsboro | 97124 |
| North Plains | 97133 |
| Middleton | 97140 |
| Tualatin | 97224 |
Our very talented roster of teaching artists are individuals and organizations who have demonstrated a well-honed expertise and enthusiasm for interdisciplinary learning and collaboration with teachers.
See our complete, up-to-date artist roster here.