Middle School Digital Media Arts Teacher
Terms of Employment
Full-time, 187 days (Depending on start date). Salary is based on education and experience and will be prorated per our Certified Salary Schedule not to exceed letter I ($51,258 to $81,775). The District provides its employees with a comprehensive benefits program including medical, life, and dental insurance. The District provides two medical plans for which it pays the full premium for employees, and a third option is a buy-up plan for which the district pays the majority of the premium. In addition, the District pays the full employee premium for dental insurance and life insurance. The District contributes to PERA on each employee's behalf and offers additional retirement savings options as well as optional supplemental insurance. Employees also receive paid time off. Worker’s compensation and unemployment insurance are provided in accordance with State law.
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, teach students film and video production, editing, cinematography techniques, photography, editing, graphic design and visual communication strategies. Proficient with both MAC and PC platforms. Software knowledge required: imovie, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects and Photoshop. Must have experience with web based content management systems, video optimization and archival techniques. Successful candidates will provide a rigorous curriculum that aligns with the Colorado Department of Education CTE Career Preparation Standards for Audio/Video/Film Technology, Journalism & Broadcasting, Visual Arts & Design. Supervise and coordinate laboratory assignments and field work. Maintain student academic records including their grades and performances. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in future career endeavors.
- Conduct an instructional program that educates students about career pathways in Audio/Video/Film Technology, Journalism & Broadcasting, Visual Arts & Design.
- Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
- Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and translate lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
- Enhance youth leadership and Colorado Technology Student Association (COTSA) as an integral part of instruction.
- Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to compete in a global economy.
- Remain abreast and inform students about Audio/Video/Film Technology, Journalism & Broadcasting, Visual Arts & Design.
- Initiate, facilitate and moderate classroom discussions.
- Create lesson plans that are in conformity with school policy for all courses offered.
- Supervise and maintain the school classroom used for students’ supervised Audio/Video/Film Technology, Journalism & Broadcasting, Visual Arts & Design experiences.
- Attend area, state and national training meetings.
- Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modify instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
- Maintain familiarity with district and Colorado State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
- Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Ensure that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinate with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participate in faculty meetings and committees.
- Select and requisition appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintain inventory records.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Confidential Information
- Staff members shall not access, receive, transmit or retransmit material regarding
students, parents/guardians or district employees that is protected by confidentiality
laws.
- If material is not legally protected but is of a confidential or sensitive nature, great care
shall be taken to ensure that only those with a “need to know” are allowed access to
the material.
- Staff members shall handle all employee, student, and district records in
accordance with applicable district policies.
- Staff members who intentionally disclose student records, other confidential student information and/or district information may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination
Personal computer and peripherals, standard instructional equipment, audio/video/film technology, journalism and broadcasting, visual arts and design equipment
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
- Colorado State Certification/Credentialing – Media Arts or willingness to obtain certification if another teaching degree is held.
- Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
FLSA Status: Exempt
