Association of Florida Teaching Artists

The Association of Florida Teaching Artists’ mission is committed to providing quality art programs for underserved communities and a directory of vetted artists to work in all venues.

AFTA is a unique artist-educator hybrid. Teaching artist has the opportunity to interact with people of all ages and cultures. Demonstrating the critical role the arts can play in our personal lives, social interactions, and educational success.

AFTA Connects artists to teachers and schools through short and long-term residencies, both in-school and after-school. We also provide special programs for community groups and institutions and participate in public, private, and community programs.