Traveling Artist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Traveling Arts Integration
Date Posted:
2/12/2026
Location:
All sites
Date Available:
07/01/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
TEACHER, TRAVELING ARTS INTEGRATION
(2026 - 2027 School Year)
QUALIFICATIONS:

1. California multiple subject or single subject credential in music, dance, theatre, or art to teach in public schools
2. Bachelor's degree with arts major or minor desirable
3. Ability to teach foundational level learning of music, dance, theater and art at the primary level
4. Ability to motivate children to perform skills through music, dance, theater and art
5. Ability to work flexible hours and/or days

REPORTS TO: Administrator as assigned
JOB GOAL: To develop appreciation of all arts disciplines through arts integration as part of general culture; to teach techniques of expression through all arts disciplines; to discover and develop talents of students in the field of music, dance, theater, and art; to meet goals established in the District's Course of Study as related to the arts integration program in relationship to specific needs of all students
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plans instructional objectives for assigned grade level or subject area consistent with Course of Study and Curriculum Guide which meet District's and school's educational goals; objectives established by October 15 of each year in cooperation with Visual and Performing Arts administrator, site principal, and other staff members
2. Works with district administrators and teachers to plan and prepare arts integrated lessons, assignments, assessments, and instructional materials
3. Creates classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to maturity and interest of students; participates with staff in establishing and maintaining effective learning climate within school; develops reasonable and specific rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintains order in classroom in fair and just manner
4. Creates an arts integrated school environment that provides for student involvement in learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives
5. Analyzes learning capacity of students and provides for their needs; plans balanced Arts Integrated Program and organized class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within allotted time
6. Guides learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear performance objectives as listed in Course of Study for Arts Integration Program for all lessons, projects, and to communicate these objectives to students
7. Instructs students in citizenship specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of school district
8. Makes referral to principal on students who demonstrate severe unsocial behavior patterns
9. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, classes, and performances
10. Plans and administers art programs for school productions, parent-teacher groups, civic functions and performances and exhibitions including after school, evening and weekend performances and exhibitions
11. Maintains weekly records and evaluates each student's growth and performance, assessing each individual's contribution to performance of group; confers with colleagues, students, and parents regarding student progress as needed
12. Builds positive relationship with staff and parents through back-to-school events, open house, classroom visitations, conferences, written communication, work samples, and demonstrations
13. Plans, rehearses, and directs students in programs for school and community; applies knowledge of District procedures and limitations set on performance
14. Provides individual and small group instruction to adapt curriculum to needs of each student
15. Controls storage and use of school-owned property and materials
16. Selects and requisitions materials including but not limited to: books, sheet music, musical instruments and instructional aids and supplies for the Arts Integration Program; maintains required inventory records
17. Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude and learning problems; makes referrals as required
18. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulations including lesson schedule, attendance reports, Reports to Parents and annual report
19. Assists upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy
20. Supervises students outside of classrooms such as assemblies, and extra-curricular activities and fire and other emergency drills
21. Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service meetings, curriculum development and materials evaluation
22. Maintains professional competence through in-service education provided by District and/or self-selected growth activities related to arts integration
23. Participates in and delivers professional development aligned with an Arts Integration Program focus. Designs and delivers classroom instruction aligned with and based on the Arts Integration Program pedagogical philosophies
24. Participates cooperatively with Visual and Performing Arts administrator and site principal to develop method to be evaluated in conformance with District guidelines
25. Models personal and professional values of equity, integrity, caring, collaboration, and personal and collective accountability
26. Performs other related duties as assigned

SALARY: $59,232 - $122,012 annually (182 day. Max salary includes education stipend)
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the District's "Improvement of Professional Services" handbook, Board Policies and Procedures and consistent with collective bargaining agreements when applicable
MINIMUM APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
An online application along with any required documents listed below must be submitted:

1. Resume
2. Two letters of recommendation (dated less than 1 year)
3. Evidence of California credential authorizing service in assignment
4. CBEST
5. Transcripts showing evidence of Bachelor's degree

Copies of required certificates, transcripts or diplomas may be submitted with application. District may require that originals be presented for verification prior to employment. Please check with Human Resources regarding acceptable documents. For positions requiring college course work official transcripts will be required upon employment
It is the applicant's responsibility to meet all application requirements and supply copies of all required documents. A separate set of paperwork is required for each application submitted. All application materials submitted become the property of Bakersfield City School District.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator's license. Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. Must present verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) weeks of hire and annually thereafter, as required by the California Child Abuse Neglect Reporting Act.
The Bakersfield City School District wishes to thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Positions may be re advertised or application deadlines extended at the discretion of the District. Unless otherwise notified by the District, applications received in response to this bulletin will be considered for available District positions in this classification during the current school year. Those meeting minimum qualifications, including passage of required tests, will remain active during this time. Applicants will not be individually notified of their application status.
AB2534 and SB848
Effective January 1, 2025, Assembly Bill (AB2534) and January 1, 2026, Senate Bill (SB848), mandates all certificated and classified applicants provide a complete and accurate list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, and/or state special school (Local Educational Agencies (LEA)) where the applicant has previously worked, regardless of the length of service, including full-time, part-time and substitute employment. If multiple LEAs are within the same district, only the district information is required. Failure to disclose any previous educational employment and/or providing false information in a job application may result in the disqualification of your application.
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NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
The Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. BCSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ethnicity or race, which is inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks, and twists, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identifications, religion, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, physical disability, mental disability, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, medical information, genetic information, homelessness, foster status, military veteran status, political affiliation or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws consistent with Education Code 200, 220 and 234.1, Penal Code 422.55, Government Code 11135, Section 504, and Title IX. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. If you believe you, or your student, have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the District's Chief Equity Compliance Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator, Erin Johnston, by phone at (661) 631-4663, by email at johnstone@bcsd.com, or in person at 1300 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Copies of BCSD's Uniform Complaint policy, Sexual Harassment policy, and Nondiscrimination policies are available upon request.