Senior Program Specialist - Chairperson of the Visual Arts at Los Angeles County Office Of Education

Application Deadline

5/10/2021 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted
4/19/2021
Contact
Number of Openings
1

Add'l Salary Info

$89,639 - $104,857
Length of Work Year
Twelve months. Duty year is July 1 – June 30
Employment Type
Full Time

About the Employer

Welcome to the Los Angeles County Office of Education! Thank you for your interest in joining the LACOE family. We are proud of the fact that we have talented staff, excellent growth opportunities, outstanding support and an invigorating mission. The primary function of LACOE is to service and support 80 K-12 school districts along with numerous other agencies, as we ensure educational excellence for the region’s two-million preschool and school-aged children. LACOE serves others by building capacity in our employees, being responsive to the needs of our customers and modeling integrity and respect in our actions and communications. We enhance our role through partnering with our communities, County and other educational institutions to provide outreach, support and specialized services. It is our mission to improve the lives of students and our educational community through our service, leadership and advocacy. We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision and strategic plan that encompasses “A Culture of Excellence in ALL We Do.”

Job Summary

Job Summary

Senior Program Specialist – Chairperson of the Visual Arts Department Los Angeles County High School for the Arts The Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (“LACHSA”) is seeking a highly accomplished and experienced artist and art educator to lead one of the nation’s finest conservatory-style art programs. All students are taught by professional working artists in extended arts periods. The Visual Arts Department offers sequenced, comprehensive, and advanced courses in Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Illustration, Animation, Photography, Ceramics, Printmaking, Graphic Design, Fashion Design, Experimental Film, Art History, and more.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

Experience and education Any combination of education and experience that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience Five or more years of professional work as an artist, with a curriculum vitae (CV) representative of the candidate’s level of the achievement, arts teaching in an institutional setting with high achieving arts students, and significant administrative or management experience. Education Preferably a master's degree in Visual Arts or related field.

Application instructions Interested, qualified applicants are invited to submit an online employment application. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of credentials (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.) and three current, dated and signed letters of recommendation by the deadline date. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application. Contact Astrid Gonzalez at Gonzalez_Astrid@lacoe.edu with any questions regarding the process.

  • Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid California teaching credential in Art, or eligibility to enter a concurrent California teacher credentialing program. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document document number on it.))
  • Letter of Introduction
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current letters that are dated and signed within the last 12 months, one (1) of which must be from immediate supervisor)
  • Resume

    Experience and education Any combination of education and experience that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience Five or more years of professional work as an artist, with a curriculum vitae (CV) representative of the candidate’s level of the achievement, arts teaching in an institutional setting with high achieving arts students, and significant administrative or management experience. Education Preferably a master's degree in Visual Arts or related field.

    Application instructions Interested, qualified applicants are invited to submit an online employment application. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of credentials (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.) and three current, dated and signed letters of recommendation by the deadline date. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application. Contact Astrid Gonzalez at Gonzalez_Astrid@lacoe.edu with any questions regarding the process.

    • Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid California teaching credential in Art, or eligibility to enter a concurrent California teacher credentialing program. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document document number on it.))
    • Letter of Introduction
    • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current letters that are dated and signed within the last 12 months, one (1) of which must be from immediate supervisor)
    • Resume

      Comments and Other Information

      LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.

      Comments and Other Information


      LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.