Job Description
2026-2027 Visual Arts Teacher - Elementary School at Lawndale Elementary School District
Application Deadline
4/10/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/12/2026
Contact
Liz Johnson
3109731300 50061
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay Range
$70,564 - $130,573 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
(plus benefit package)
Length of Work Year
186 day school year
Employment Type
Full Time
About The Employer
At Lawndale Elementary School District, we’re dedicated to building brighter futures for every student. Serving preschool through 8th grade, we are a community-driven district that values equity, student success, and meaningful connections. We focus on meeting individual student needs, raising academic achievement, and creating engaging learning environments. Through strong partnerships with families, staff, and the community, we ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive. Join us and be part of a team shaping tomorrow’s leaders in a supportive, collaborative, and inspiring environment.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Lawdale Elementary School District is seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Elementary Visual Arts Teacher to join our team and engage students at our 6 elementary schools through the power of visual expression for the 2026-27 school year. The Visual Arts Teacher will provide instruction in the visual arts to elementary school students, encouraging creativity, imagination, and critical thinking while helping students build artistic skills and confidence.
Requirements / Qualifications
Applicants must hold a current and valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential to teach Visual Arts. Please see additional details below. Minimum Reguirements
• Valid California Single Subject teaching credential with Art & English Language Learner Authorization (i.e. CLAD, BCLAD, ELA 1, etc.)
• Master’s degree preferred
• Resume
• Letter of Introduction
• Copy of transcripts (With conferral of Bachelor's degree)
• 3 letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months, no supervisor required)
• CBEST Test Results or equivalent
Special Note: Applications submitted without the proper attachments may be screened out. Current LESD employees should submit a reassignment request form with all the required documents by the closing date/time.
• Copy of Transcript
• Credential Copy (Single Subject Credential with Art Authorization)
• English Learner Authorization
• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation dated within the last 12 months, no supervisor required)
• Resume
• Test Results/Materials (CBEST or equivalent )
Requirements / Qualifications
Applicants must hold a current and valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential to teach Visual Arts. Please see additional details below. Minimum Reguirements
• Valid California Single Subject teaching credential with Art & English Language Learner Authorization (i.e. CLAD, BCLAD, ELA 1, etc.)
• Master’s degree preferred
• Resume
• Letter of Introduction
• Copy of transcripts (With conferral of Bachelor's degree)
• 3 letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months, no supervisor required)
• CBEST Test Results or equivalent
Special Note: Applications submitted without the proper attachments may be screened out. Current LESD employees should submit a reassignment request form with all the required documents by the closing date/time.
• Copy of Transcript
• Credential Copy (Single Subject Credential with Art Authorization)
• English Learner Authorization
• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation dated within the last 12 months, no supervisor required)
• Resume
• Test Results/Materials (CBEST or equivalent )
Comments and Other Information
The Board of Trustees desires to provide a positive and safe work environment where employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants are free from harassment and are assured of equal access and opportunities in accordance with law. No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics [BP 4030]. Effective January 1, 2025, all applicants for certificated positions must provide a complete and accurate record of prior employment with all educational institutions, regardless of the length of service. This includes school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools. This information is required to comply with Assembly Bill 2534 (AB 2534).
Comments and Other Information
The Board of Trustees desires to provide a positive and safe work environment where employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants are free from harassment and are assured of equal access and opportunities in accordance with law. No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics [BP 4030]. Effective January 1, 2025, all applicants for certificated positions must provide a complete and accurate record of prior employment with all educational institutions, regardless of the length of service. This includes school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools. This information is required to comply with Assembly Bill 2534 (AB 2534).
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