Artist-in-Residence

3 days ago

Palo Alto, California, United States Palo Alto Unified School District Full time $36,000 - $111,000 per year

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.

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