Elementary Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Teacher - MUSIC 2025-26

Lompoc Unified School District; Vandenberg Village (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in California seeks an arts teacher to provide exceptional learning experiences in Music and Drama/Theatre for elementary students. The role requires relevant credentials in arts education, with responsibilities centered on VAPA Standards. This full-time position offers a chance to engage students creatively while collaborating with another arts educator.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid California Multiple Subject Credential.
• Experience in music, drama, dance, or visual arts is required.
• Must possess a Cross Cultural Language and Academic Development (CLAD or BCLAD) credential.

Responsibilities

• Work with another arts teacher to support two elementary sites.
• Focus on VAPA Standards' elements, alternating mid-year between Music and Drama/Theatre.

Skills

Experience in the arts

Collaboration skills

Education

California Multiple Subject Credential

Cross Cultural Language and Academic Development (CLAD or BCLAD) credential

Job description

Lompoc Unified School District offers outstanding educational experiences for approximately 9,800 students. We proudly serve TK-12th grade students living in the City of Lompoc, Vandenberg Village, Mesa Oaks, Mission Hills, Vandenberg Space Force Base, and adjacent rural communities. Our vision is for every student in the District to graduate from high school ready to meet the challenges of post-secondary education and the demands of a successful career. Our mission is to collaborate as a community of learners to provide educational experiences for each of our students to meet high expectations. We are guided by three core beliefs: we believe that each of our students can meet high expectations; trusting and respectful relationships are at the heart of effective educational systems; schools are centers of wellness, creativity, and continuous learning cycles for staff and students. Guided by our overarching motto: "Trusting Relationships + High Expectations = Every Student Achieves," we are focused on achieving these goals in the next six years:

1. Each of our students will graduate, and will be college and career ready.
2. Each of our students will be on grade level in English Language Arts and math.
3. Educational partners (staff, students, families, community) will work together to ensure systems and plans meet the diverse needs of each of our students.

Learn more by visiting the LUSD website: www.lusd.org.

Located 150 miles northwest of Los Angeles in Santa Barbara County, Lompoc offers a serene and vibrant living experience with an array of benefits for its residents. Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara County, Lompoc enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate, characterized by sunny days and cool ocean breezes, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and beach lovers alike. Renowned vineyards and wineries are in close proximity. The city has a rich cultural heritage, exemplified by its historic La Purisima Mission and vibrant arts scene. Lompoc’s population is approximately 40,000 and includes Vandenberg Space Force Base, the aerospace center of the West Coast. Learn more about the Lompoc community by visiting the Lompoc Valley Chamber of Commerce website: https://lompoc.com.

Requirements / Qualifications

Please submit a resume, cover letter, two recent letters of recommendation, transcripts, and credential copies.

Possession of a valid California Multiple Subject Credential with experience in the arts and/or a Single Subject Credential with authorization to teach music, drama, dance, or visual arts, and a Cross Cultural Language and Academic Development (CLAD or BCLAD) credential, or equivalent EL authorization.

Comments and Other Information

The position will work with another arts teacher to provide support for 2 elementary sites, alternating approximately mid-way through the year, with each teacher focusing on an element of the VAPA Standards. One teacher would focus on Music, and the other on Drama/Theatre.

Starting salary; unlimited years of service credit.

Length of Work Year

185 days

Employment Type

Full Time

“Nondiscrimination Notice” (as required by the state/federal government): The Lompoc Unified School District prohibits discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, political affiliation or activity, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

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