Visual Performing Arts Teacher - Horace Mann Elementary

Impact you will have

As an Elementary Visual and Performing Arts Teacher, you will inspire young learners to explore creativity, self-expression, and collaboration through art, music, dance, and performance. You will design engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that build foundational artistic skills while encouraging imagination and confidence. Through joyful, hands‑on experiences and a supportive environment, you will help students discover their unique talents, appreciate the arts, and develop a lifelong love of creative expression while inspiring them to discover their own greatness.

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You are a creative and enthusiastic educator who believes every child is an artist and performer. You create joyful, inclusive spaces where students feel safe to express themselves, take creative risks, and collaborate with others. You are passionate about nurturing young learners’ confidence, imagination, and appreciation for the arts.

• Resume and letter of introduction outlining your desire and qualifications for this position
• Two (2) letters of reference from prior supervisors
• Transcripts of your undergraduate degree, and graduate degrees if applicable. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application purposes only.
• Single Subject Credential:
  Visual and Performing Arts, Theatre/Drama, Dance, Art, Music or Computer Science
• Entry of all past employers in the work history section of this application (please see Education Code section 44939.5 – as amended by California AB2534)

• Horace Mann Elementary – Art Teacher
• Horace Mann Elementary – Drama/Theatre Teacher

As of January 1, 2025, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB2534) applicants for certificated positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school and/or state special school with which you have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. For all certificated positions, please be comprehensive in disclosing any part‑time, full‑time and substitute employment.

Failure to disclose any previous educational employment may result in the disqualification of your application.

You must list all previous LEAs (Local Education Agencies) where you have been employed. If multiple LEAs are within the same district, only the district information is required. An LEA is a local entity involved in education including but not limited to school districts, county offices of education, direct‑funded charter schools, and special education local plan area (SELPA).