Coordinator, K-12 Arts

Coordinator, K-12 Arts

The Coordinator, K-12 Arts provides leadership and coordination with administrators, teachers, and arts partners in implementing a standards-based arts curriculum for all K-12 students in the District. The position supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive arts programs, while advancing district priorities and strengthening instructional practice.
Primary duties/responsibilities include:
Providing leadership in the implementation of the Arts Justice: Access & Equity Resolution
Developing instructional and in-service materials in the arts (dance, music, theater & film, and visual & media arts) and in arts integration K-12
Supervising, evaluating, and supporting the itinerant elementary arts teachers, the secondary arts teachers, generalist teachers in arts integration, and collaborations with arts partners in the LAUSD Arts Education Plan
Coordinating arts education support and services with the other members of the Division of Instruction
Overseeing the professional development of District arts teachers and arts integration teachers K-12
Developing, implementing, and differentiating standards-based instructional programs in all four art forms
Coordinating and monitoring implementation of the Cultural Arts Passport
Preparing reports based on the analysis of gathered statistical and related information
Coordinating the work of committees to develop and review instructional publications; evaluating the use of commercial instructional materials for adoption by the District
Preparing communications relating to the instructional program in the arts K-12
Visiting schools to evaluate and provide support to meet the specific needs of students, teacher, and administrators
Coordinating approved culminating events, festivals, and other special events related to the arts instructional program for the District
Coordinating support of arts festivals and special events
Salary: 41G, (School Support Administrator, 0515) – E Basis ($126,504 – $157,802) – 234 paid days
Minimum requirements include:
At least eight (8) years of successful, full-time public school service in a certificated position(s), with no fewer than two (2) years of which must have been in a leadership position(s)
At least five (5) years of successful, full-time public school certificated teaching experience in the arts (dance, music, theater & film, or visual & media arts)
A valid California Administrative Services Credential
A valid California Teaching Credential authorizing K-12 teaching in the arts (dance, music, theater & film, or visual & media arts) requiring a bachelor's degree and a program of professional preparation, that included student teaching
An earned master's degree or advanced degree of at least equivalent standard conferred by a regionally-accredited college or university
Completion of required Multicultural Education and Master Plan coursework
Desirable experience/qualifications include:
An undergraduate degree in one or more of the art forms (dance, music, theater & film, and visual & media arts)
General knowledge and appreciation for all of the art forms
Strong curricular knowledge and experience teaching California visual and performing arts standards
Knowledge of standards-based arts instruction including arts resources and teaching methodology; familiarity with approved arts instructional materials/supplies, and available collaborations with arts partners
Knowledge of visual and performing arts integration K-12
Knowledge of District policies and procedures, goals and objectives, organizational structure and functions, as related to the District's instructional programs and curriculum
Knowledge and understanding of instructional strategies, including SDAIE, that promote access to core content and accelerated achievement of English learners
Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
Knowledge of the LAUSD implementation plan for the California content standards
Experience in designing and delivering arts-based professional development using adult learning theory
Long description experience coordinating large-scale, public-facing events such as arts festivals
Demonstrated willingness to take on additional duties and/or leadership roles as assigned
Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a collaborative, diverse environment
Appropriate interpersonal style and methods to guide individuals toward task accomplishment
Leadership skill in adult learning theory and facilitating group processes, including consensus building and conflict resolution
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to demonstrate a variety of K-12 arts techniques with an emphasis on dance education
Ability to work effectively with students with special needs
Ability to work effectively with diverse racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability, and socioeconomic groups
Ability to travel to multiple sites throughout the District
Application procedure:
One-page letter of intent that describes qualifications for this position and successful experience in the following areas: Creating and delivering professional development in P-12 dance, film, media arts, music, theatre, and/or visual arts Developing and implementing arts curriculum assessments in P-12 dance, film, media arts, music, theatre, and/or visual arts Supervising, coaching, and evaluating certificated and/or classified staff.
Current résumé (include employee number, if an LAUSD employee) that outlines qualifications for the position
Upload, as a separate attachment, a list of two references that includes the current, immediate supervisor, and next most recent supervisor with their contact information. References will be verified for all applicants who are finalists for the position.
For information only, please contact Margarita Mortel Arts Education Branch margarita.mortel@lausd.net (213) 241-8222 Deadline: May 19, 2026