Fine Arts Coordinator of Visual Arts

Position Overview

The Irving Independent School District is seeking a Fine Arts Coordinator of Visual Arts to support PK-12 visual arts instruction, strengthen district visual arts programming, and help plan and deliver visual arts events across district, civic, and community settings. This is an exempt administrative/professional role reporting to the Executive Director of Fine Arts & Enrichment. The position is tied to Admin/Prof 4A and is based on a 230-day work year. It is also eligible for a Letter of Assurance.

Primary Purpose

Lead coordination of visual arts instruction for grades PK-12, provide curricular support to district visual arts programs, and organize visual arts events that involve the district, local civic partners, and the broader community.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold at least a high school diploma or GED and a bachelor’s degree. A master’s degree is preferred. A clear and valid Texas driver’s license is also required.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

The role calls for working knowledge of district visual arts curriculum, inventory management processes, district travel procedures, and bond/general purchasing procedures. The coordinator must also be able to manage budgets and resources, supervise personnel, and bring strong planning and organization skills to the position.

Experience Requirements

Candidates should have a minimum of five years of experience in either an administrative role or a visual arts teaching role. Prior management experience handling varied demands and deadlines is expected.

Responsibilities

The coordinator will work with campus teachers and administrators to support visual arts instruction and day-to-day program operations. Duties include helping maintain the visual arts maintenance schedule, ensuring accurate records of materials and equipment in fine arts spaces, and recommending facility improvements and inventory replacements.

The position also supports curriculum and professional learning for district visual arts teachers. This includes partnering with district content leads to build professional development plans, delivering fine arts training, and supporting instructional and curricular development.

In addition, the coordinator will plan and oversee district visual arts shows and events, along with civic events such as those involving the City of Irving and community-based visual arts activities. Other duties include coordinating TAEA district of distinction participation, assisting with the department budget, modeling professional and ethical conduct, following district policies and the Professional Code of Ethics, and completing other assigned responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This role supervises fine arts teachers with a focus on visual arts.

Working Conditions

The job involves use of standard office equipment, computers and peripherals, cleaning tools and equipment, small hand tools, power tools, and a light truck or van. Physical demands may include frequent standing, kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, twisting, walking, stair or ladder climbing, grasping, wrist movement, overhead reaching, and driving.

The position requires regular moderate lifting and carrying from 15 to 44 pounds and occasional heavy lifting of 45 pounds or more. Work may take place indoors and outdoors, including on slippery or uneven surfaces, and may involve exposure to extreme heat and cold, dust, noise, vibration, chemical and electrical hazards, and machinery with moving parts. The role also requires regular irregular hours, occasional prolonged hours, frequent districtwide travel, and the ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the general purpose and main responsibilities of the role, but it is not a complete list of every task, duty, or skill that may be required.