Overview
Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.
Learn more about working for Hamilton County Schools at careers.hcde.org and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030.
The Arts, A/V Technology, & Communications career cluster focuses on careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services.This position will focus on A/V technology.
Specifically at CCA, we are hiring for a Technical Theater Director. This person teaches CTE classes in Audio Visual (Lighting, sound, etc.) as well as managing our auditorium and all performances (musical theater, concerts, dance shows, etc). We are looking for someone who is strong in: Stage Management, Lighting design, Sound, Set Construction, etc. CCA students go on to major in aspects of technical theater in college and/or find careers in this field. This position is critical to the success of our performing arts program.
Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts, located in Chattanooga, TN, is a unique and joyful fine arts magnet school promoting academic and artistic excellence for students in grades six through twelve. The school balances a rigorous college preparatory academic program and an exemplary arts program in which students major in one of 8 options, including acting, instrumental music, communications/film, musical theater, visual art, vocal, technical theater, and dance.
At CCA, we celebrate acceptance and an appreciation for cultural differences. Our staff exhibits a caring and supportive attitude towards the individuality of our students. Our school climate and culture generates positive comments from our families. We have very involved parents who volunteer on a regular basis at our more than seventy performances and artistic opportunities.
We are looking for teachers who will embrace our arts theme and who enthusiastically want to be a part of a fine arts magnet school. Additionally, we are looking for teachers with professional goals and who understand that teaching with high expectations will help all students rise to their potential.
Responsibilities
Plan, deliver and assess effective instruction that is tightly aligned with State standards.
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Designs lessons based on best practices with clear learning targets and measurable goals aligned with State standards and/or unit outcomes. Frequently plans collaboratively with colleagues.
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Conveys high expectations while using multiple effective strategies, materials, and classroom practices that involve and motivate students while differentiating instruction to meet students’ needs.
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Uses colleagues and own self-reflection on instructional practice to continually improve instruction.
Classroom Management & Relationships:
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Fosters a well-structured and engaging learning environment by utilizing effective classroom procedures and routines while showing caring, respect, and fairness for all students.
Family & Community:
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Consistently develops strong relationships with students’ families while diligently informing parents of expectations, positive news, and/or concerns about their children.
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Provides opportunities for parents to be involved in their children’s learning.
Professional Responsibilities:
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Actively seeks out opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and other stakeholders in order to improve teaching & learning.
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Reflects on own instruction and leadership while contributing ideas, expertise, and time to the mission and goals of the school.
Qualifications
Knowledge/Education/Experience:
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High School diploma or above, Associate’s or Bachelor’s in related industry preferred.
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Five years of full time related work experience out of the last ten years.
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Examples of Qualifying areas/Occupations: electronic engineering, electronic recording, electronic concept design and creation, audio/video technology, sound board networking, sound board operations, audio/video/DVD networking, camera operators, film and video editors, broadcaster with production experience, studio production manager
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Must hold an Occupational Teaching license with endorsement: (710) Broadcasting; Previous endorsements 576 & 597
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Skills/Qualifications:
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Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills to deal effectively with students, educators, parents, and community members.
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Demonstrate excellent planning, organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skills.
Compensation
Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience.
This position is also budgeted for an additional 15 work days for the 2026-2027 school year.
This position may be eligible for an increase in total compensation. The Differentiated Compensation Plan applies to designated schools and hard-to-staff positions.
