Coach (Prop 28): Visual Arts Coach - Santa Teresa High School

East Side Union High School District; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

East Side Union High School District seeks a skilled Visual Artist Coach to collaborate with the Visual Arts Instructor and support classroom instruction. The role involves reinforcing techniques, demonstrating methods across mediums, and guiding students in their artistic development to strengthen outcomes.

You will lead demonstrations, provide one-on-one or small group coaching, and help prepare materials and projects.

Qualifications

• Experience as a visual artist with expertise in multiple mediums.
• Strong technical proficiency across art forms and teaching techniques.
• Excellent communication and feedback skills.
• Strong organizational skills for managing materials and classroom resources.
• Passionate about teaching diverse learners.
• Patient, approachable, and inclusive demeanor.
• Experience mentoring youth preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in classroom instruction by reinforcing techniques and guiding students.
• Lead demonstrations of artistic techniques across mediums.
• Offer one-on-one or small group coaching.
• Help maintain a productive and organized classroom.
• Prepare and organize classroom materials and supplies for lessons.
• Assist in planning and executing class projects, exhibitions, and critiques.
• Collaborate with the instructor to develop lesson plans and activities.

Skills

Visual arts expertise

Teaching / mentoring

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Inclusive learning environment

Youth coaching experience

Job description

As one of California's largest high school districts, we offer rewarding and exciting employment opportunities that impact our students and community in a positive way. We offer a supportive team environment with a shared passion and common goal of providing students the education and skills they need to succeed in college and career. Apart from competitive salaries and 100% benefits coverage for employees and their dependents, we also focus on personal professional development.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team!Job SummaryThe East Side Union High School District (ESUHSD) is seeking a skilled and passionate Visual Artist Coach to collaborate with the Visual Arts Instructor in supporting and enhancing classroom instruction. The ideal candidate will have a broad range of experience across various artistic mediums and techniques, with a passion for mentoring and guiding students in their artistic development. This role will assist the instructor in reinforcing techniques, enhancing learning outcomes, and helping to preparing materials to ensure a dynamic and effective art education environment.

Requirements / Qualifications

Qualifications/Certifications

• Experience as a visual artist with expertise in multiple mediums (painting, drawing, sculpture, etc.)
• Strong technical proficiency in various art forms and teaching techniques
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide constructive feedback
• Strong organizational skills for managing materials and classroom resources
• Passionate about teaching and working with students of diverse skill levels
• Patient, approachable, and committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment
• Experience teaching, mentoring, or coaching youth preferred

Key Tasks/Duties

• Assist in classroom instruction by reinforcing techniques and providing hands-on guidance to students
• Lead demonstrations of various artistic techniques across different mediums
• Offer one-on-one or small group coaching to students needing additional support
• Help maintain a productive and organized classroom environment
• Prepare and organize classroom materials and art supplies for lessons
• Assist in planning and executing class projects, exhibitions, and critiques
• Collaborate with the instructor to develop lesson plans and activities