Academic Specialist-Lang Ranch TK – Grade 5 Art Specialist

Conejo Valley Unified School District • Thousand Oaks, CA

18d • Onsite

About The Position

Lang Ranch Elementary is seeking a creative, organized, and enthusiastic Art Specialist to provide engaging visual arts instruction to students in Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade. This part-time position is ideal for an individual who is passionate about fostering creativity, exposing students to a variety of artistic styles and techniques, and helping students develop an appreciation for art through hands-on experiences. The Art Specialist will travel to classrooms throughout the school year, providing lessons that introduce students to notable artists, artistic movements, and a variety of media, including watercolor, clay, drawing, painting, mixed media, and other visual arts techniques.

Requirements

• Experience teaching art to elementary-aged students.
• Knowledge of a variety of artistic media, techniques, and processes, including watercolor, clay, drawing, painting, and mixed media.
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage materials across multiple classrooms and grade levels.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to adapt instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Graduation from high school or equivalency.
• Knowledge of fundamental principles, methods and procedures of operating computers and peripheral equipment.
• Knowledge of fundamentals in classroom behavior management and support.
• Knowledge of classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, policies and regulations related to assigned activities.
• Knowledge of computer hardware systems and software applications utilized by the District.

Nice To Haves

• Background in Art Education, Fine Arts, Elementary Education, or a related field.
• Familiarity with the California Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Standards.
• Experience planning and organizing school art displays or exhibitions.
• Experience working in an elementary school setting.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, grade-appropriate art lessons for TK–5 students that encourage creativity, self-expression, and artistic skill development.
• Plan and implement 4–5 art projects per grade level each school year, aligned with learning objectives and developmental needs.
• Introduce students to a variety of artists, art styles, cultures, and artistic techniques.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain art supplies, materials, and project resources.
• Travel between classrooms to provide instruction and support student learning.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and creative learning environment where all students feel successful.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management strategies to ensure productive and respectful learning experiences.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to coordinate schedules and support classroom learning when appropriate.
• Assist with the display and celebration of student artwork throughout the school year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED