Instructional Specialist (VAPA)

Lompoc Unified School District

Lompoc (CA)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

19 hours ago

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Job summary

Lompoc Unified School District seeks an Instructional Specialist (VAPA) to teach Visual Arts, Music, Dance, Drama, and Theater. The role focuses on delivering standards-aligned instruction, planning lessons, and supporting teachers in arts education.

The position emphasizes coordinating performances, maintaining student records, and ensuring a safe, productive learning environment within the arts disciplines.

Qualifications

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in the assigned instructional area.
One year of experience working with school-age children in an organized educational environment.
Equivalent training and/or experience in the assigned instructional area.

Responsibilities

Instruct students in a specialized area of instruction; develop lessons and curriculum aligned to state and District standards.
Monitor and assist students through drills and practice; tutor individuals or small groups as needed.
Coordinate, plan, organize and oversee student performances and exhibitions.
Maintain a variety of records and reports including progress in the arts standards.

Skills

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Classroom management

Curriculum alignment

Arts integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Visual Arts / Music / Dance / Drama

Job description

INSTRUCTIONAL SPECIALIST (VAPA)

Instructional Areas: Visual Arts, Music, Dance, Drama, Theater

CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT

POSTING IS OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL WITH PROMOTIONAL TAKING PRECEDENCE

The established Eligibility List will remain in effect for one year. The District has the right to limit the number of eligible which can be reasonably used during the existence of the eligibility list. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Description

INSTRUCTIONAL SPECIALIST (VAPA)

Instructional Areas: Visual Arts, Music, Dance, Drama, Theater

CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT

POSTING IS OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL WITH PROMOTIONAL TAKING PRECEDENCE

Application Process

Applicants who successfully meet the employment standards outlined in the Required Qualifications in the job description and the supplemental questionnaire questions in the application will be invited to participate in the testing process.

Tentative Testing Schedule For This Recruitment

Qualifications Appraisal Interview Date: TBD

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education And Experience

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must provide detailed information on their application to demonstrate how they meet the employment standards (Minimum Qualifications for Education and Experience and Licenses and other Requirements) shown below:

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is:

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in the assigned instructional area or equivalent training and/or experience in the assigned instructional area.
One year of experience working with school-age children in an organized educational environment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Examples of Duties

Under direction of assigned supervisor, provide instruction and lessons to classes of students in an assigned specialized subject-matter area; assist teachers in observing, monitoring and recording student behavior and performance; assist teachers in maintaining student academic and attendance records; and perform related duties as assigned. Each specialized subject area is considered to be a separate classification for Merit System purposes.

Instruct students in a specialized area of instruction; develop and prepare lesson plans, curriculum and content according to state and District standards; plan, develop and deliver classroom lessons and presentations; develop a variety of instructional materials and exercises; develop methods to explain or demonstrate information to students; prepare samples and demonstrates techniques, processes and methods for students; monitor and assists students through drill, practice and other instructional methods; work with and tutors individual and small groups of students in assigned subject matter areas to reinforce class lessons, improve skill levels and assist students in completing class and homework assignments; assist instructors in evaluating student understanding and progress; establish class rules and monitors and controls student behavior according to established procedures.
Set up and arrange materials, supplies and equipment for instructional activities; provide technical assistance in the operation, adjustment and maintenance of specialized equipment as assigned.
Order and maintain supplies, materials and equipment, ensuring adequate supply for instructional use; prepare, issue and collect materials and equipment for student use.
Maintain a variety of reports and records; maintain records of student progress in the arts standards
Coordinate, plan, organize and oversee student performances and exhibitions; work with community organizations and agencies to make arrangements for student exhibitions and performances
Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment; set up and break down materials for classroom lessons
Perform general clerical duties in support of classroom activities, including filing, typing or duplicating materials
Provide instruction on the California Arts Standards which are organized into Artistic Processes. Artistic Processes are the cognitive and physical actions by which arts learning and making are realized.

Artistic Processes Common to All Arts Disciplines (Dance, Music, Theatre, Visual Arts, and Media Arts)

Creating
Performing – Dance, Music, Theatre
Presenting – Visual Arts
Producing – Media Arts
Responding
Connecting

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in the assigned instructional area or equivalent training and/or experience in the assigned instructional area; and at least one year of experience working with school-age children in an organized educational environment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Knowledge Of

Assigned specialized subject matter areas, including applicable state and District standards and regulations
Methods, practices and techniques of improving student knowledge through specialized structured lesson plans, teaching techniques and instructional materials
Methods and practices of child instruction and tutoring
Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation
Administrative practices and procedures, including record¬ keeping and filing practices and procedures

Ability To

Perform specialized tasks applicable to specialized subject areas
Operate a computer, other standard office equipment and specialized equipment and materials
Organize, set priorities and exercise sound judgment within areas of responsibility
Monitor and control student behavior
Organize and maintain confidential student records and files
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Understand and follow written and oral instructions
Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports and files
Use tact, discretion, courtesy and patience in dealing with sensitive and difficult students and situations
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with District management, administrators, faculty, staff, parents, students and others encountered in the course of work

Supplemental Information

All sections of the application must be completed.
Incomplete applications will be screened out.
The section titled “Your Record of Experience” must demonstrate the type and years of experience required for this position.
A resume will NOT be accepted in-lieu of a completed application.
All correspondence will be done by email only. Please add Governmentjobs.com to your safe sender list as some emails go to junk and/or spam folders.
PLEASE include three (3) professional references (this can include paid or unpaid volunteer work, persons who know of your work).

Application and Selection Process

All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process for the position.
The examination process may include one or more of the following: written, oral, and performance examination.
Candidates must pass all parts of the examination process to be placed on the eligibility list. The final score will determine the candidate's rank on the eligibility list.
A candidate in the top three ranks (including tie scores) on the eligibility list may be considered for hire; when there are multiple vacancies in the same job classification, additional ranks will be considered.
Open and Promotional examinations are open to applicants inside and outside the Lompoc Unified School District. To qualify for the promotional examination, employees must have permanent status in the Lompoc Unified School District as a classified employee.
Promotional Only examinations are open to current Lompoc Unified School District classified employees only. For employees to qualify for the promotional examination, they must have permanent status in the District as a classified employee.
Dual Certification examinations are open to all applicants, including current Lompoc Unified School District employees and those from the general public. Dual Certification results are integrated into one eligibility list based on rank.
Eligibility lists are generally valid for up to one (1) year. Lists may be exhausted prior to the original expiration date, or they may be extended with the approval of the Personnel Commission.
If you require disability accommodation for any step of the application and selection process, please notify the Classified Human Resources office in writing by the final date of this recruitment (or as soon as possible for an open continuous recruitment).
The Lompoc Unified School District reserves the right to limit the applicants in the second examination, the Qualifications Appraisal Interview, to a number which can be expected to be used during the life of the eligibility list.
Veterans' Preference Points: This recruitment is eligible for veterans' preference points for qualifying veterans upon initial hire.

Employment Requirements

Employment Verification

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the District must verify that all new employees, at the time of hire, have proof of their right to work in the United States.

Fingerprinting

State law requires that all employees be fingerprinted. AB 1610 prohibits employment until the Department of Justice completes its obligations regarding the arrest and conviction information.

Medical and Physical Requirements

Verification of freedom from tuberculosis will be required. A medical examination may be required of eligible candidates.

Anti-Discrimination Statement

The Lompoc Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying and sexual harassment based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, immigration status, marital status, parental status, family status, pregnancy status, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in all educational programs, school related or school-sponsored activities, school attendance or employment policies which may have an impact or create a hostile environment at school as required by Title IX of the 1972 Education amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disability Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and other applicable laws and regulation. For questions or concerns regarding discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying or sexual harassment, please contact the District's Discrimination, Equity, and Title IX Compliance Officer: Assistant Superintendent Education Services, 1301 N. A ST, Lompoc CA 93436 (805)742-3300

Benefits

Lompoc Unified School District offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, long-term disability, cancer insurance, accident insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

A fully paid District provided medical plan is provided for each full-time classified employee. A full-time employee who does not enroll in a medical plan will automatically be enrolled in the least expensive medical plan.

A less than full-time employee working at least four (4) hours or more a day may enroll District provided plans at a prorated rate.

Employees can choose to enroll and purchase dental, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, long‑term disability, cancer insurance, and accident insurance.

District paid family and single‑vision plans are offered to all employees regardless of full‑time or part‑time status.

Testing and Interview Dates Notice: Please note and save the following dates for testing and interviews. All communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method. Qualifications Appraisal Interview Date: TBD

I certify that I have read this notice and understand the instructions provided.

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
Associate degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Professional degree
Doctorate degree

Instructional Specialist (VAPA) – Do you have a major in art, music, or dance from a four‑year college or university you graduated from?

Instructional Specialist (VAPA) – If you indicated that you have a major in art, music, or dance from a four‑year college or university, what is your major in and what experience (paid or volunteer) do you have performing work related to your major?

Instructional Specialist (VAPA) – Do you have at least one year experience working with school aged children?

Instructional Specialist (VAPA) – If you indicated having at least one year experience working with school aged children, please describe where and how you gained this experience including: 1. Names of employers or volunteer work, 2. Dates of employment or volunteer service, 3. Duties performed, 4. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".

Before submitting your application, please make sure you have done the following: 1. Read the job description and understand the position you are applying for. 2. I meet the required experience and education requirements listed and have clearly stated my relevant experience and education on my application, including any proof of education required (this standard will be used to screen ALL applications received). 3. You have completed all sections of the application and answered all questions thoroughly.