Teacher Training

Art Backyard is more than an art school — we teach educators how to inspire. Our programs are designed to equip teachers with creative techniques, structured lesson approaches, and the confidence to lead engaging, meaningful art experiences for children. We provide trainings with step-by-step instructions, an educational videos, and guided discussion topics covering geography, history, STEM integration, and sustainability.

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Online Professional Development Course for Teachers in july 2026

This program is designed to provide creative techniques, hands-on experience, and inspiration for those who want to bring art into their teaching practice.

  • Perfect for teachers, homeschool educators, art instructors, and anyone passionate about meaningful, creative education.

  • The course creator, Kate Bulgakova, holds an MA in Architecture and MA in Art Education and has successfully run her own art studio for years, navigating all the pitfalls you’re worried about.

Course Includes:

  • 8 live online sessions

  • Session recordings available to watch later

  • Interactive discussions and practical guidance

topics covered:

  1. How to Start Leading Art Workshops

  2. How to Create Effective Lesson Plans

  3. Using Recycled Materials in Art Education

  4. How to Run Successful Social Media for Your Program

  5. Encouraging Creativity in Students

  6. Art School & Business Fundamentals

  7. Classroom Management Strategies

  8. Growth Opportunities for Art Teachers

contact us to sign up

We’ll be happy to answer any questions about the Online Professional Development Cours for Teachers and help you sign up — contact us by email to learn more.

kate@artbackyard.com

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Online training course for teachers:

“Around the World in 10 Lessons”

Series of 10 ready-to-teach cultural art lessons, created by a professional art educator.

  • Turn Your Classroom Into a Global Art Studio

  • Culturally Inspired. Made From Recycled Materials. Fun and creative!

    This program was born from hundreds of hours in real classrooms and art studios.  It’s not a theory — it’s what actually works. And it’s built to support you.

This course gives you:

  1. Step-by-step lesson plans with visuals and educational videos for kids

  2. Tips for managing time and materials in the classroom

  3. Cross-curricular connections to geography, history, and sustainability

  4. Strategies to inspire creativity and hands-on learning in every student

What You’ll Get

  • 10 ready-to-teach cultural art lessons, created by a professional art educator

  • All projects use recycled or low-cost materials

  • Prep guides and classroom tips — no guesswork, no wasted hours

  • Designed for multiple age groups (K–5, 6–8, teens)

  • Lifetime access + bonus live session on how to teach it all

Want to See If This Is Right for You?

Let’s talk. Fill out the form to book a free 30-minute call and get a sneak peek inside the course. I’ll walk you through how it works — and if it’s a good fit for your students, your goals, and your style.