Instructional Specialist (VAPA)

Lompoc Unified School District (CA); Lompoc (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Lompoc Unified School District (CA) seeks an Instructional Specialist in Visual Arts, Music, Dance, Drama, and Theater. Under supervision, you will provide instruction, plan lessons, assist teachers with behavior and progress records, and help coordinate student performances aligned with state standards.

The role emphasizes maintaining organized student records, delivering arts instruction, and supporting classroom activities while upholding district policies and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the assigned instructional area or equivalent training/experience.
• One year of experience with school-age children in an organized educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in a specialized area; develop lesson plans and materials aligned to standards.
• Coordinate, plan and oversee student performances and exhibitions.
• Maintain records of student progress in the arts standards and attendance.
• Assist teachers with monitoring student behavior and record-keeping.
• Provide instruction on California Arts Standards and Artistic Processes.
• Prepare and maintain instructional materials and equipment for classes.

Skills

Student instruction

Lesson planning

Record keeping

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in assigned instructional area

1 year experience with school-age children

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.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

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:

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. One year of experience working with school-age children in an organized educational environment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• 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)

1. Creating
2. Performing – Dance, Music, Theatre
3. Presenting – Visual Arts
4. Producing – Media Arts
5. Responding
6. Connecting

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