District Coordinator - Fine Arts

DISTRICT COORDINATOR – FINE ARTS2025/202650 FTE 3-year TermApplications are invited for the position of District Coordinator – Fine Arts. This position is a .50 FTE Continuing position effective immediately to June 30, 2028.The District Coordinator – Fine Arts leads current and future district initiatives aimed at promoting all forms of arts education from K to 12. The Coordinator will lead arts initiatives as a part of the district Curriculum and Instruction Team.This is a position of Special Responsibility and will be filled by competition.Responsibilities Of District Coordinators Include Leading district curriculum implementation initiatives; Planning, organizing and implementing district based in-service opportunities; Coordinating the organization and dissemination of information from the Ministry; Pursuing and acquiring grants, alternative funding and additional resources; Consulting with teachers, district staff and administrators; Collaborating with other district coordinators on key district initiatives; Liaising with personnel from other school districts; Providing onsite support and assistance to classroom teachers; Assisting schools in the design and implementation of school-based staff development activities; Participating in district committees; Supporting the implementation of the District Learning Plan; Other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent’s office.Primary Focus: Fine Arts Support and mentorship of classroom teachers with the implementation of all fine arts curriculum; Promote and coordinate district fine arts education programs; Coordinate district fine arts resources; Organize and promote district fine arts events; Coordinate district fine arts in-service and professional learning opportunities; Liaise with and support fine arts local specialist associations and community arts organizations; Fine arts resource and contact person for teachers at the elementary and secondary levels across the district.Qualifications A Master’s Degree in Fine Arts or related discipline; An exemplary teaching record; Extensive training and background in the fine arts; Exemplary leadership, interpersonal, organizational and consultation skills; Training and/or experience in all four fine arts areas preferred: music, dance, visual art and drama; Valid BC Driver’s LicenseDEADLINE: November 21, 2025 @ 12 PMSchool District No. 73 is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are considered on the basis of their suitability for the position(s), regardless of the gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, racial origin, marital status and/or disabilities of the prospective candidate.If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Associate Superintendent John Wiedrick, jwiedrick@sd73.bc.ca.SD 73 applicants who qualify must send a cover letter, resume and three professional references to edservices@sd73.bc.ca.Letters of application complete with resumes and the names of at least three references must be submitted to:John Wiedrick, Associate Superintendent - Human ResourcesSchool District No. 73 (Kamloops-Thompson)1383 9th Avenue, Kamloops, BC V2C 3X7Phone (250) 374-0679 or Fax (250) 372-1183Email: edservices@sd73.bc.ca