Be prepared to teach a range of subjects and techniques. Be proficient in painting, printmaking, drawing and Art History. Select the appropriate textbook for the subject or technique you wish to teach. Show slides of the artists and periods you are covering when teaching Art History.
Test students for their growing knowledge of Art History with frequent exams. Test students for their growing mastery of the art techniques you teach with periodic group critiques.
Be enthusiastic about the information of techniques you are teaching. Infect your students with the deep desire to master artistic techniques. Instill in your students the importance of understanding historical periods of art.