Academic Specialist-Lang Ranch TK - Grade 5 Art Specialist

TK – Grade 5 Art Specialist – Part‑Time Position – Lang Ranch Elementary School $18-$22/hour; 5-10hrs/week Lang Ranch Elementary is seeking a creative, organized, and enthusiastic Art Specialist to provide engaging visual arts instruction to students in Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade. This part‑time position is ideal for an individual who is passionate about fostering creativity, exposing students to a variety of artistic styles and techniques, and helping students develop an appreciation for art through hands‑on experiences. The Art Specialist will travel to classrooms throughout the school year, providing lessons that introduce students to notable artists, artistic movements, and a variety of media, including watercolor, clay, drawing, painting, mixed media, and other visual arts techniques. Responsibilities Design and deliver engaging, grade‑appropriate art lessons for TK–5 students that encourage creativity, self‑expression, and artistic skill development. Plan and implement 4–5 art projects per grade level each school year, aligned with learning objectives and developmental needs. Introduce students to a variety of artists, art styles, cultures, and artistic techniques. Prepare, organize, and maintain art supplies, materials, and project resources. Travel between classrooms to provide instruction and support student learning. Foster a positive, inclusive, and creative learning environment where all students feel successful. Demonstrate strong classroom management strategies to ensure productive and respectful learning experiences. Collaborate with classroom teachers to coordinate schedules and support classroom learning when appropriate. Assist with the display and celebration of student artwork throughout the school year. Qualifications Experience teaching art to elementary‑aged students. Knowledge of a variety of artistic media, techniques, and processes, including watercolor, clay, drawing, painting, and mixed media. Strong classroom management and student engagement skills. Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage materials across multiple classrooms and grade levels. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to adapt instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Preferred Background in Art Education, Fine Arts, Elementary Education, or a related field. Familiarity with the California Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Standards. Experience planning and organizing school art displays or exhibitions. Experience working in an elementary school setting. Education and Experience Graduation from high school or equivalency. Knowledge Of Fundamental principles, methods and procedures of operating computers and peripheral equipment; Fundamentals in classroom behavior management and support; classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct; Applicable laws, codes, policies and regulations related to assigned activities. Computer hardware systems and software applications utilized by the District. #J-18808-Ljbffr Conejo Valley Unified School District