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VAPA Specialist

Santa Maria-Bonita School District
Santa Maria, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/19/2026

VAPA Specialist at Santa Maria-Bonita School District

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Until Filled

Date Posted
5/19/2026
Contact
Andrea Alvarez
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
$65,5127 - $130,837 (dependent on experience and education)
Length of Work Year
186
Employment Type
Full Time
Job ID
#1371

About the Employer

Welcome to the Santa Maria-Bonita School District website. We are the largest school district in Santa Barbara County with about 17,500 pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade students. In the heart of the coastal agricultural area, we celebrate our families and the support they provide to the students of the District. The District is comprised of seventeen elementary schools, four junior high schools, and one combined elementary and junior high. The district is committed to a high-quality education for each student to develop students who are prepared for limitless possibilities and achievements using their unique gifts and talents to develop skills to reach their maximum potential. Our Beliefs We believe each person has inherent value and deserves respect. We believe all people belong, have a voice and can contribute. We believe every person has the power and responsibility to take action and make a positive impact. We believe equity is essential for all persons to thrive. We believe honesty and integrity build trust. We believe physical and emotional safety is foundational for personal fulfillment. We believe excellence comes from curiosity, experience, and perseverance. We believe that developing empathy inspires a kind community. We believe service is an act of love. We believe that there is strength and power in cultural diversity. We believe that a unified community inspires hope and faith. Our Mission The Mission of Santa Maria-Bonita School District, as the unifying force that cultivates and enriches our diverse community, is to ensure every student flourishes by discovering their passion and purpose, exercising self-determination, and developing the skills to reach their maximum potential through a student-centered culture distinguished by a whole child approach an inclusive environment community and family engagement transformational innovation and highly effective staff Parameters We will make decisions based on what is best for students. We will welcome all people with dignity and respect. We will practice responsible stewardship of all our resources. We will embrace, practice, and model integrity. We will not compromise our commitment to excellence.

Job Summary

Job Summary

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION Under the direction of the Coordinator of Teaching and Learning, Supplemental, the Elementary VAPA Specialist provides specialized expertise in Visual Arts through the use of the Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Content Standards and Framework for California Public Schools. Supports sequential standards-based Visual Arts instruction for students. Creates a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth. Establishes effective rapport with students to motivate them to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further participation in the total school program, in accordance with each student’s ability and to meet the VAPA Content Standards for California in Visual Arts. Establishes good relationships with parents and other staff members.

Requirements / Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Education And Experience: ? Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university including all courses needed to meet credential requirements. ? Successful experience teaching in grades TK-8 is preferred. ? Bilingual/Multilingual is preferred. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 1. Credential: ? Multiple Subject K-8 Teaching Credential With supplemental credential in Visual Arts OR ? Multiple Subject K-8 Teaching Credential With verified years of experience in Visual Arts OR ? Single Subject Visual Arts Credential AND ? CLAD or BCLAD or equivalent ? “No Child Left Behind” compliant 2. Valid California driver’s license


  • Other (Multiple Subject K-8 Teaching Credential with supplemental credential in Visual Arts OR Multiple Subject K-8 Teaching Credential with verified years of experience in Visual Arts OR Single Subject Visual Arts Credential.. CLAD or BCLAD (required) and "No Child Left Behind" compliant (required )

  • Other (Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university)

Requirements / Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Education And Experience: ? Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university including all courses needed to meet credential requirements. ? Successful experience teaching in grades TK-8 is preferred. ? Bilingual/Multilingual is preferred. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 1. Credential: ? Multiple Subject K-8 Teaching Credential With supplemental credential in Visual Arts OR ? Multiple Subject K-8 Teaching Credential With verified years of experience in Visual Arts OR ? Single Subject Visual Arts Credential AND ? CLAD or BCLAD or equivalent ? “No Child Left Behind” compliant 2. Valid California driver’s license


  • Other (Multiple Subject K-8 Teaching Credential with supplemental credential in Visual Arts OR Multiple Subject K-8 Teaching Credential with verified years of experience in Visual Arts OR Single Subject Visual Arts Credential.. CLAD or BCLAD (required) and "No Child Left Behind" compliant (required )

  • Other (Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university)

Comments and Other Information

The Santa Maria-Bonita School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Office/ Title 9 Compliance Officer: Mark Palmerston Director of Pupil Personnel Services 708 S. Miller Santa Maria, CA 93454 805-361-8141 El Distrito Escolar de Santa María-Bonita prohíbe la discriminación, intimidación, hostigamiento (incluido el hostigamiento sexual) o acoso en base a la edad, ascendencia, color, discapacidad, origen étnico, género, expresión de género, identidad de género, información genética, estado de inmigración, estado civil, información médica, origen nacional, estado parental, estado de embarazo, raza, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, real o percibido de una persona, o asociación con una persona o grupo con una o más de estas características reales o percibidas. Si tiene preguntas o quejas, comuníquese con la Oficina de Equidad / Oficial de Cumplimiento del Título 9: Mark Palmerston Director de Servicios Estudiantiles 708 S. Miller Santa María, CA 93454 805-361-8141

Comments and Other Information


The Santa Maria-Bonita School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Office/ Title 9 Compliance Officer: Mark Palmerston Director of Pupil Personnel Services 708 S. Miller Santa Maria, CA 93454 805-361-8141 El Distrito Escolar de Santa María-Bonita prohíbe la discriminación, intimidación, hostigamiento (incluido el hostigamiento sexual) o acoso en base a la edad, ascendencia, color, discapacidad, origen étnico, género, expresión de género, identidad de género, información genética, estado de inmigración, estado civil, información médica, origen nacional, estado parental, estado de embarazo, raza, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, real o percibido de una persona, o asociación con una persona o grupo con una o más de estas características reales o percibidas. Si tiene preguntas o quejas, comuníquese con la Oficina de Equidad / Oficial de Cumplimiento del Título 9: Mark Palmerston Director de Servicios Estudiantiles 708 S. Miller Santa María, CA 93454 805-361-8141
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