DAC School Course Proposal

I'm completing this proposal on behalf of:*

Myself, an individual teaching artist/instructorAn organization I represent

Name*

First NameLast Name

Email*

example@example.com

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

New vs. Returning Instructor*

I'm a returning instructor who has taught at DAC School within the last 2 yearsI'm a returning instructor who last taught at DAC School over 2 years agoI'm an instructor with the CAPS program but haven't taught a course with the SchoolI'm a new instructor who has not taught with any DAC department

Website

Social Media/Other Links (please provide all relevant links)

General Availability (please provide your general availability here, such as all available days/times you are usually free to teach)*

Artist Bio (limit 100 words)

An updated Artist Bio is required if you have not taught at the DAC School within the last two years.

Please upload a copy of your resume or CV, which illustrates your qualifications for teaching at the DAC

A Resume or CV is required for new instructors to the DAC School and recommended for any instructor who has not taught with us within the last two years.

Organization Name*

Organization Type*

NonprofitSmall BusinessCollective, Association, or ClubOther

Name of Primary Contact*

First NameLast Name

Email of Primary Contact*

example@example.com

Phone Number of Primary Contact*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Secondary Contact (please select if there is a secondary contact from your organization to include on communications)*

Yes, there is a secondary contact we should includeNo, I am the only contact

Name of Secondary Contact*

First NameLast Name

Email of Secondary Contact*

example@example.com

Phone Number of Secondary Contact*

Please enter a valid phone number.

New vs. Returning Organizational Partner*

I'm a returning partner who has taught at DAC School within the last 2 yearsI'm a returning partner who last taught at DAC School over 2 years agoI'm a partner with the CAPS program but haven't taught a course with the SchoolI'm a new partner who has not taught with any DAC department

Will either the Primary or Secondary Contacts be the lead instructor for the proposed course(s)?*

Yes, the Primary Contact will teach the proposed course(s)Yes, the Secondary Contact will teach the proposed course(s)Yes, this will be a co-taught courseNo, another instructor will teach the proposed course(s) on behalf of our organizationOther

Have Background Checks been processed by your organization for the instructor(s) for this proposed course?*

Yes, we process our own Background ChecksNo, our instructors would require a Background Check by the DAC

Website

Social Media/Other Links (please provide all relevant links)

General Availability (please provide your organization's general availability here, such as all available days/times you are usually free to teach)*

Organization Description (limit 100 words)

An updated Organization Description is required if you have not partnered with the DAC School within the last two years.

Course Title*

Course Session(s) - see top of form for proposal deadlines*

Winter 2026 (Dates between January 5 - March 13)Spring 2026 (Dates between March 23 - May 29)Summer 2026 (Dates between June 15 - August 21)Fall 2026 (Dates between September 1 - December 11)

Have you taught this course at the DAC before?*

Yes, I've taught this course within the last yearYes, I've taught this course before, but not within the last yearNo, this will be a new course offering

Course Level *

Choose the option(s) that best apply to this course.

Student Age Range

Most of our Adult Classes are listed as 16+ so please specify if this class deviates from that standard.

Enrollment Minimum - Maximum

Ex: 6-14 Students (Note: most classes cap at 14 students, and enrollment minimums are generally 4-6 students. A minimum higher than 6 might disqualify this course proposal.).

Does this course have any prerequisite courses or other requirements for students to enroll?*

YesNo

Please describe the prerequisite courses or other requirements for enrollment:*

Catalog-Ready Course Description (limit 150 words)

An updated description is required if this course has not been taught within the last year.

This course will be delivered (check all that apply):*

In-Person at DACIn-Person at an alternative location

If this course is taking place in-person at an alternative location, please list the location and include all necessary details of where students should meet: *

Day of the Week 1st Choice:*

Day of the Week 2nd Choice:*

Number of Class Meetings *

(i.e. once per week for 6 weeks, 2 days, etc.)

Timeframe (please list your preferred start and end time for this class):*

Preferred Dates (if you have specific dates you'd like to teach this course, please list those here):

Availability Notes (please provide any additional information concerning availability/schedule preferences for this course):

Supplies*

I will provide a supply list of all materials needed for this courseI will charge a required supply fee for students of this course, which will cover all necessary materialsI will provide a supply list and an optional/required supply fee for students for supplemental materialsThere are no supplies needed for this course

Supply List:

Please list all supplies that students will need for this class. Be specific about sizes, brands, estimated costs and possible stores for purchasing items (feel free to include links). Please identify the items that students will need to bring to the first class.

Supply Fee (please list the supply fee per student and a breakdown of included materials covered by this fee):

Please specify if this fee is optional or required for all students.

Misc. Notes (room preferences, equipment needed, etc.)

DAC will provide tables/chairs as needed for this course. Please describe any specific room needs or setup requirements you may have for this course. Any other notes may also go in this section of the form.

I have another course proposal to submit:*

YesNo

Course Title*

Course Session(s) - see top of form for proposal deadlines*

Winter 2026 (Dates between January 5 - March 13)Spring 2026 (Dates between March 23 - May 29)Summer 2026 (Dates between June 15 - August 21)Fall 2026 (Dates between September 1 - December 11)

Have you taught this course at the DAC before?*

Yes, I've taught this course within the last yearYes, I've taught this course before, but not within the last yearNo, this will be a new course offering

Course Level *

Student Age Range

Most of our Adult Classes are listed as 16+ so please specify if this class deviates from that standard.

Enrollment Minimum - Maximum

Ex: 6-14 Students (Note: most classes cap at 14 students, and enrollment minimums are generally 4-6 students. A minimum higher than 6 might disqualify this course proposal.).

Does this course have any prerequisite courses or other requirements for students to enroll?*

YesNo

Please describe the prerequisite courses or other requirements for enrollment:*

Catalog-Ready Course Description (limit 150 words)

An updated description is required if this course has not been taught within the last year.

This course will be delivered (check all that apply):*

In-Person at DACIn-Person at an alternative location

If this course is taking place in-person at an alternative location, please list the location and include all necessary details of where students should meet: *

Day of the Week 1st Choice:*

Day of the Week 2nd Choice:*

Number of Class Meetings *

Timeframe (please list your preferred start and end time for this class):*

Preferred Dates (if you have specific dates you'd like to teach this course, please list those here):

Availability Notes (please provide any additional information concerning availability/schedule preferences for this course):

Supplies*

I will provide a supply list of all materials needed for this courseI will charge a required supply fee for students of this course, which will cover all necessary materialsI will provide a supply list and an optional/required supply fee for students for supplemental materialsThere are no supplies needed for this course

Supply List:

Please list all supplies that students will need for this class. Be specific about sizes, brands, estimated costs and possible stores for purchasing items (feel free to include links). Please identify the items that students will need to bring to the first class.

Supply Fee (please list the supply fee per student and a breakdown of included materials covered by this fee):

Please specify if this fee is optional or required for all students.

Misc. Notes (room preferences, equipment setup, etc.)

DAC will provide tables/chairs as needed for this course. Please describe any specific room needs or setup requirements you may have for this course. Any other notes may also go in this section of the form.

I have another course proposal to submit:*

YesNo

Course Title*

Course Session(s) - see top of form for proposal deadlines*

Winter 2026 (Dates between January 5 - March 13)Spring 2026 (Dates between March 23 - May 29)Summer 2026 (Dates between June 15 - August 21)Fall 2026 (Dates between September 1 - December 11)

Have you taught this course at the DAC before?*

Yes, I've taught this course within the last yearYes, I've taught this course before, but not within the last yearNo, this will be a new course offering

Course Level *

Student Age Range

Most of our Adult Classes are listed as 16+ so please specify if this class deviates from that standard.

Enrollment Minimum - Maximum

Ex: 6-14 Students (Note: most classes cap at 14 students, and enrollment minimums are generally 4-6 students. A minimum higher than 6 might disqualify this course proposal.).

Does this course have any prerequisite courses or other requirements for students to enroll?*

YesNo

Please describe the prerequisite courses or other requirements for enrollment:*

Catalog-Ready Course Description (limit 150 words)

An updated description is required if this course has not been taught within the last year.

This course will be delivered (check all that apply):*

In-Person at DACIn-Person at an alternative location

If this course is taking place in-person at an alternative location, please list the location and include all necessary details of where students should meet: *

Day of the Week 1st Choice:*

Day of the Week 2nd Choice:*

Number of Class Meetings *

Timeframe (please list your preferred start and end time for this class):*

Preferred Dates (if you have specific dates you'd like to teach this course, please list those here):

Availability Notes (please provide any additional information concerning availability/schedule preferences for this course):

Supplies*

I will provide a supply list of all materials needed for this courseI will charge a required supply fee for students of this course, which will cover all necessary materialsI will provide a supply list and an optional/required supply fee for students for supplemental materialsThere are no supplies needed for this course

Supply List:

Please list all supplies that students will need for this class. Be specific about sizes, brands, estimated costs and possible stores for purchasing items (feel free to include links). Please identify the items that students will need to bring to the first class.

Supply Fee (please list the supply fee per student and a breakdown of included materials covered by this fee):

Please specify if this fee is optional or required for all students.

Misc. Notes (room preferences, equipment setup, etc.)

DAC will provide tables/chairs as needed for this course. Please describe any specific room needs or setup requirements you may have for this course. Any other notes may also go in this section of the form.

Please upload 1-3 photos per course proposed (photos of artwork, from similar courses taught, process images, etc.)

Photos submitted may be utilized in marketing for your course(s), but is not guaranteed.

Submission Agreement

I understand that by submitting this DAC School Course Proposal, I agree to follow all policies, procedures, and practices outlined by Durham Arts Council, Inc.

I understand that all DAC faculty are required to go through an interview and onboarding process as a contracted instructor, which includes a background and reference screening.

I understand that, unless otherwise granted an exemption on medical or religious grounds, DAC faculty may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19.

I understand that submission of this form is not a guarantee of course approval.

I confirm that I have read and agree to the above statements.*

Agree

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