Temporary Artist in Schools for Art, Music, Theatre and Dance in Stockton

About The Employer

Educate, Innovate and Inspire! San Joaquin County Office of Education located in Stockton, CA is a regional agency that provides educational leadership, resources, and customized services to assist school districts. SJCOE promotes student achievement and accountability, serves San Joaquin County’s most at-risk students, and strives to create an environment in which every student, regardless of circumstances, has an opportunity for a quality education.

Job Summary

We’re looking for artists who love working with children and are available on weekdays during school hours! Under the direct supervision of the Artist in Schools, Program Manager I, the Artist in Residence is responsible for the development and implementation of arts lesson plans.

Essential Functions

• Connect students with a variety of arts experiences using best practices.
• Work with AIS Program Manager I to create annual lessons and supply list.
• Communicate with site administrator and/or Program Manager I of concerns, questions, and needs.
• Provide artistic guidance (and constructive criticism) to support students’ artistic growth.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:

Possess one to three years of experience teaching grade school arts for groups and working with youth artistic development.

Desirable Qualifications - Education And/Or Training:

• Previous work experience or training with youth in implementing and conducting arts classes; demonstrate the ability to engage, challenge and interest students through a variety of artistic mediums;
• Able to create safe, inclusive, supportive and creative environment in a classroom setting;
• Desire to experiment with new techniques and capacity to adapt them and teach them to others;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, plan ahead, anticipate and articulate program needs, and work independently while keeping open communications with Program Manager I and on site staff.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

• Develop age-appropriate annual lesson plans that are California Arts Standards based.
• Provide a supply list of suggested materials needed for lessons.
• Ability to follow SJCOE policies and procedures.
• Must furnish own transportation as required to fulfill job duties.

Interested in this role? Click the "Apply Now" button to get started. Once you’ve completed our interest form, we’ll follow up with you directly.

If You Choose To Move Forward With Your Application After We Follow-up With You, You Will Need The Following Items Included In Your Application:

• Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Professional Letters of Recommendation – Signed by Author)
• Resume

Nondiscrimination and Sexual Harassment

The Superintendent prohibits discrimination and/or harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation at any SJCOE site and/or activity. The Superintendent prohibits sexual harassment of SJCOE employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation.

Contact the Title IX Coordinator for Information on Nondiscrimination in Employment/Harassment (including Sexual Harassment):

Name: HR Title IX Investigations

E‑mail: HRTitleIXinvestigations@sjcoe.net

Telephone: 209‑468‑4820