Temporary Artist in Schools (AIS) for Art, Music, Theatre and Dance, Student Engagement and the Arts, Educational Services

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. San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employs over 2,100 classified and certificated employees. 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

Under the direct supervision of the Artist in Residence, Program Manager I, the Artist in Residence, is responsible for the development and implementation of arts lesson plans. 

Essential Functions 

May include, but are not limited to: 

1. Connect students with a variety of arts experiences using best practices. 

2. Work with AIS Program Manager I to create annual lessons and supply list. 

3. Communicate with site administrator and/or Program Manager I of concerns, questions, and needs 

4. Provide artistic guidance (and constructive criticism) to support students’ artistic growth. 

5. Other duties as assigned.

Length of Work Year

August-May

Days/Hours

180 days maximum from August through May | 25 hours/week maximum

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.

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