MARION CITY SCHOOLS
Marion, Ohio
June 25, 2026
POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Anticipated Openings for the 2026-27 School Year
Title:
Telecommunications and Digital Media Instructor - Harding High School
Department:
Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Responsible To:
Building Principal/CTE Supervisor
FLSA Status:
Exempt (Certified Teaching Position)
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Telecommunications, Digital, Media, Film Production, Computer Science, or a related field.
Valid state teaching certificate/license in Technology Education, CTE, or a relevant subject area (or eligibility/willingness to obtain).
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may
find appropriate and acceptable.
Terms of Employment:
Contract, salary, and benefits per negotiated agreement.
Salary Ranges from 47,897 to 88,698.
Job Goal:
The Telecommunications and Digital Media Instructor is responsible for teaching high school students the foundational and advanced principles of digital content creation, telecommunications technology, and modern computer literacy. The instructor will manage the school's media facilities and oversee the production and broadcast of the school's TV channel and digital content platforms, preparing students for 21st-century careers and college.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a dynamic curriculum that integrates computer literacy, digital citizenship, and technical skills in telecommunications and media production.
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Teach courses covering topics such as video and audio production, web design (HTML/CSS, CMS platforms), graphic design, animation, and digital storytelling.
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Incorporate 21st-century skills like critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity into all instructional practices.
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Utilize and instruct students on professional and industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, non-linear editing systems, broadcast software).
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Assess student learning and performance using a variety of methods, including project-based learning and portfolio development.
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Oversee the production and daily publishing of the school's television channel (or streaming platform), including news segments, feature stories, and announcements.
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Manage and maintain the telecommunications studio, control room, and field production equipment (cameras, lighting, microphones, switchers).
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Lead student production teams for both live and recorded events, teaching roles such as director, camera operator, technical director, editor, and on-air talent.
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Collaborate with school administration and other departments to produce promotional and informational content for the school's digital presence.
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Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in digital media and telecommunications.
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Ensure all instruction aligns with state CTE standards and relevant industry certifications (where applicable).
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Manage equipment inventory, including troubleshooting minor technical issues and coordinating major repairs or upgrades with IT.
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Establish and maintain a safe, inclusive, and professional learning environment.
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Ensure the safety of students.
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Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
Performance Responsibilities:
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Demonstrated proficiency and recent experience in the following areas:
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Advanced Computer Literacy: Operating systems, networking basics, data management, and digital security.
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Video Production: Scriptwriting, camera operation, lighting, sound design, and non-linear editing (e.g., Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).
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Web Design: Fundamentals of HTML/CSS, basic UI/UX principles, and experience with Content Management Systems (CMS) like WordPress or similar.
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Digital Publishing/Broadcasting: Experience with studio operations, live switching, and publishing content across multiple digital platforms (YouTube, school website, etc.).
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Strong classroom management skills and the ability to motivate and mentor high school students.
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Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a proven ability to collaborate with colleagues, students, and community partners.
Other Responsibilities:
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Maintain appropriate licenses/endorsements and training hours as required.
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Comply with applicable District, state, local and federal laws, rules and regulations.
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Adhere to all standards established by the Ohio Department of Education for Licensed Educators.
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Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
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Maintain knowledge of academic area, teaching methodology and strategies to engage students.
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Ability to work effectively with others.
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Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
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Exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgement.
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Maintain confidentiality and respect for confidential information at all times.
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Establish and maintain cooperative relationships.
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Attends meetings, professional development and serves on staff committees as required.
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Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students and parents.
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Refer suspected cases of child abuse immediately to the appropriate child protective services/law enforcement agency as mandated by state law and Board of Education policy.
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Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation.
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Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect district equipment, materials and facilities.
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Plans purposeful assignments for educational assistants (para-professionals), volunteers and student teachers.
Note: The above lists are not ranked in order of importance.
Conduct:
Each staff member shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance and abuse of any prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.
Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.
Marion City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of the Marion City Schools Board of Education that the best qualified applicant shall be selected for each position without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, political affiliation, disabling or military status. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to participate in activities involved in the position or program for which application has been made.
This job description identifies primary responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and activities. This job description is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/curriculum changes as directed by the Superintendent of Marion City Schools.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in being considered for this position you must apply online at (click the link) www.marioncityschools.org prior to 4:00 p.m. on Monday, July 7, 2026.
If you have any questions please contact Todd Schneider, Principal, via email.
[email protected]
