Artist-in-Residence Job at Palo Alto Unified School District, Palo Alto, CA

b1YySVhuRjBFekhRVzBKbUVUTms1U3NpbGc9PQ==
  • Palo Alto Unified School District
  • Palo Alto, CA

Job Description

Artist-in-Residence at Palo Alto Unified School District

Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted

10/13/2025

Contact

Sandy Esquivias

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Single Rate

$42.53 Per Hour

Length of Work Year

Hourly as needed

Employment Type

Part Time

Location

Palo Alto Unified School District

Department

Visual and Performing Arts Department

Benefits

N/A

Job Summary

Job Summary

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree in related arts field or equivalent professional experience preferred
  • Practicing artist with a strong, demonstrable portfolio
  • Experience working with secondary students (grades 6–12) preferred Background in one or more of the following: Visual Art, Instrumental Music, Choral Music, Dance or Theatre OVERVIEW: Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) is seeking a dynamic and adaptable Artist-in-Residence to collaborate with students and faculty in secondary Visual and Performing Arts classrooms. The duration of each residency will vary depending on the scope and objectives of the project. The selected artist will engage students in creative processes, foster artistic expression, and help integrate the arts into the broader educational experience. ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • Proven experience as a professional artist with a strong portfolio.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach and engage students in artistic practices.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Flexibility to adapt to varying durations and scopes of residency. Commitments Include:
  • Teaching time based on project scope
  • Participation in relevant school or district art events, exhibitions, and/or performances Pathway to Becoming an Artist-in-Residence:
  • Introductory meeting with VAPA Director and site leadership
  • Completion of required district paperwork and fingerprint clearance
  • See more in the job description attached below.

Requirements / Qualifications

For more information on Requirements/Qualifications, please contact the employer.

Comments and Other Information

For more information on Comments and Other Information, please contact the employer.

Links Related To This Job

  • Palo Alto Unified School District
  • PAUSD Salary Schedule
  • Benefits Contribution Chart
  • View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem.

CalPERS Links

Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only.

  • CalPERS Retirement Benefits

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time,

Similar Jobs

Align Technology, Inc.

Senior Packaging & Labeling Engineer — Global Impact Job at Align Technology, Inc.

 ...A global medical device company in San Jose is seeking a Senior Packaging and Labeling Product Engineer to lead critical packaging initiatives and ensure compliance with global standards. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in regulatory compliance... 

San Diego Padres

Guest Experience Ambassador (GEA) Job at San Diego Padres

 ...challenge we want you to apply. We believe skills are transferable and passion for our mission goes a long way. San Diego Padres Petco Park Promise: Our service values drive our behaviors to create the best experience for all our guests who visit Petco Park. As a team... 

Aramark

Project Manager - Construction Job at Aramark

 ...activities on assigned projects. Solicit and review consultant and contractor proposals. Manage consultants and contractors to meet...  ..., sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected... 

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

Director, Development Job at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

 ...free generation. Job Description Title: Director, Development Location: Washington, DC / Remote Reports To: Vice...  ...and provide leadership to the Development team to maximize organizational investment, ensuring alignment and clear accountability.... 

Marshall Dennehey

Associate Attorney - 4+ Yrs Experience - Casualty - Philadelphia, PA Job at Marshall Dennehey

 ...Marshall Dennehey, P.C., a leading Am Law 200 civil defense law firm with over sixty years of continued service to our corporate, insurance, and individual clients, is seeking a litigation attorney in our Philadelphia, Pennsylvania office with four (4) or more years of...