What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Digital Art and Design (2025-2026) position at Fort Mill School District?
Fort Mill School District (York #4)
Digital Art & Design Teacher
Position Details
Purpose Statement
The job of the Digital Art & Design Teacher is done for the purpose/s of planning, organizing, and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and ful?ll their academic potential. The Digital Art and Design classes are for students wanting to gain an industry-based education in Visual Communication with Graphic Design, Illustration, Animation, Motion Graphics and Photography. Teachers foster creativity while providing hands-on instruction using the current techniques and the industry's popular hardware, software, audiovisual materials and books.
This job reports to the Principal.
Essential Functions
Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Speci?c skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying e?ective and innovative instructional and student evaluation techniques and developing interpersonal relationships with pupils, parents, teachers, sta? and the general public; outstanding verbal and written skills.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; read and follow instructions; and understand written and oral instructions. Speci?c knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: knowledge of instructional technology and it's applications to the teaching of Drone Operations and Visual Communications; knowledge of best practices and instructional approaches in general relative to Drone Operations and Visual Communications; knowledge of human growth and development.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with signi?cantly diverse individuals and/or groups. In working with others, independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on curriculum standards and organizational objectives; problem solving with equipment is limited. Speci?c abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: using appropriate teaching techniques; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining con?dentiality; working with frequent interruptions; assessing students’ abilities and instructional programs; and working with other teachers to promote interdisciplinary studies and school goals.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a de?ned budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and signi?cant ?ne ?nger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and a generally hazard free environment.
Required
Experience Job related experience is required, 4 year minimum.
Education Minimum of Highschool Diploma/GED and 4 years of hands-on work experience in the marketing/advertising industry directly responsible for the design, development and production of print/web marketing/advertising materials. Portfolio of work showing experience using Adobe Photoshop and Graphic Design.
Certi?cates & Licenses
Eligible for SC CTE Work-Based Certi?cation in Digital Art and Design to include 4 years work experience in the industry and ability to complete trade exam
FLSA Status Salary Grade
Exempt Teacher Salary Schedule
Digital Art & Design Teacher
Position Details
Purpose Statement
The job of the Digital Art & Design Teacher is done for the purpose/s of planning, organizing, and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and ful?ll their academic potential. The Digital Art and Design classes are for students wanting to gain an industry-based education in Visual Communication with Graphic Design, Illustration, Animation, Motion Graphics and Photography. Teachers foster creativity while providing hands-on instruction using the current techniques and the industry's popular hardware, software, audiovisual materials and books.
This job reports to the Principal.
Essential Functions
- Instructs students for the purpose of improving their knowledge and skills in art (e.g. crafts, drawing, painting design, etc.) and in the proper use of equipment, tools and/or supplies.
- Prepares teaching materials and related reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and documenting student progress.
- Develops lessons that address grade level and content standards for the purpose of designing engaging work for students.
- Demonstrates methods required to perform assignments for the purpose of providing an e?ective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
- Assesses student progress, expectations, goals, etc. for the purpose of determining student acquisition of knowledge and of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
- Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.
- Directs instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an e?ective school environment for students which addresses their needs. Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
- Monitors student activities (e.g. classroom, lunch, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of students.
- Reports incidents (e.g. ?ghts, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to education code, administrative and/or school policies.
- Assists other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum.
- Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
- Participates in various meetings for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information. Other related duties as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Speci?c skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying e?ective and innovative instructional and student evaluation techniques and developing interpersonal relationships with pupils, parents, teachers, sta? and the general public; outstanding verbal and written skills.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; read and follow instructions; and understand written and oral instructions. Speci?c knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: knowledge of instructional technology and it's applications to the teaching of Drone Operations and Visual Communications; knowledge of best practices and instructional approaches in general relative to Drone Operations and Visual Communications; knowledge of human growth and development.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with signi?cantly diverse individuals and/or groups. In working with others, independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on curriculum standards and organizational objectives; problem solving with equipment is limited. Speci?c abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: using appropriate teaching techniques; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining con?dentiality; working with frequent interruptions; assessing students’ abilities and instructional programs; and working with other teachers to promote interdisciplinary studies and school goals.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a de?ned budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and signi?cant ?ne ?nger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and a generally hazard free environment.
Required
Experience Job related experience is required, 4 year minimum.
Education Minimum of Highschool Diploma/GED and 4 years of hands-on work experience in the marketing/advertising industry directly responsible for the design, development and production of print/web marketing/advertising materials. Portfolio of work showing experience using Adobe Photoshop and Graphic Design.
Certi?cates & Licenses
Eligible for SC CTE Work-Based Certi?cation in Digital Art and Design to include 4 years work experience in the industry and ability to complete trade exam
FLSA Status Salary Grade
Exempt Teacher Salary Schedule
