Arts Instructor

Oxnard School District•Oxnard, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arts Instructor is responsible for delivering instruction and preparing visual arts lesson plans in one or more specialized areas such as drawing, painting, illustration, photography, ceramics, sculpturing, graphic design, animation, or film. The instructor will develop curriculum following the California Arts Standards process (creating, performing/producing/presenting, responding, and connecting) to foster student creativity, skill refinement, and a passion for the arts. This role requires a strong understanding of artistic methodologies and educational fundamentals.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Fine & Studio Arts, Design & Applied Arts, Visual & Performing Arts, or closely related field.
Two years of professional experience in a visual arts environment.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience teaching students in an educational environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Develops lesson plans, presentations, exercises, activities, and feedback processes in visual arts to enable students to generate, organize, and complete artistic ideas and work.
Develops lesson plans, presentations, exercises, activities, and feedback processes in visual arts to enable students to select, analyze, interpret, develop, refine, and convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.
Develops lesson plans, presentations, exercises, activities, and feedback processes in visual arts to enable students to perceive, analyze, interpret intent and meaning in, and apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.
Develops lesson plans, presentations, exercises, activities, and feedback processes in visual arts to enable students to synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art, and relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding.
Establishes classroom rules to monitor and control student behavior.
Provides technical assistance in the operation, adjustment, and maintenance of specialized equipment.
Communicates with parents regarding student progress, behavior, or related matters.
Plans, coordinates, and oversees student performances and exhibitions.
Partners with community organizations and agencies for student exhibitions and performances.
Arranges materials, supplies, and equipment for instructional activities.
Orders and maintains supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate supply for instructional use.
Promotes a safe and orderly learning environment by ensuring cleanliness in the classroom.
Maintains a variety of student records and reports.
Performs clerical duties such as filing, copying, and inputting information into systems.
Performs related duties as assigned.