Teacher Digital Media

The Digital Media position is one of OSD’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. This position will teach a combination of courses that focus on different components of digital media. Courses cover basic digital media skills, video editing, graphic design, podcasts and audio production, and broadcasting. Eventually the Digital Media program will culminate in a capstone course where students are expected to build portfolios of work to assist in developing their careers, so the ideal candidate will be able to guide students in a timely manner to complete high-quality projects that align to their area of focus within the Digital Media field.

Job Description: CTE Classroom Teacher FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Teaching Reports to: Principal-CTE Director Location: Schools Salary Scales: Teacher Scale (A-AAAA) Position Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $47,764-$79,922 Description of Position: To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal with support from curriculum specialists and academic coaches. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare Lesson Plans That Meet the Needs of Learners

• Ensure lessons are aligned to standards and represent a coherent sequence of learning.
• Prepare lessons with high levels of learning for all students.
  
  

Provide Quality Instruction That Leads to Student Understanding.

• Assist students in taking responsibility for learning and monitor student learning.
• Provide multiple ways for students to make meaning of content.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to individual differences and developmental stages of students.
  
  

Maintain a Culture and Learning Environment That Promotes Student Learning

• Manage a learning-focused classroom community.
• Manage classroom space, time, and resources (including technology when appropriate) effectively for student learning.
• Create and maintain a classroom of respect for all students.
• Support student learning through sponsorship of CTE student clubs or organizations
  
  

Maintain a High Level of Professionalism

• Engage in professional learning.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with colleagues, students, and families/guardians.
• Develop strong partnerships with business and industry in the community
  
  

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College/University
• Minimum Class “A” Mississippi Teaching Certificate
• Subject required endorsement(s) to be “highly qualified”. See attachment.
  
  

**All employees hired by the school district must pass a criminal background and child abuse registry check.**

Preferred Skills

• Works effectively in groups and is a team player.
• Deals with conflict effectively.
• Engages and motivates students to do their best.
• Takes the initiative to be a continuous learner.
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills.
  
  

Last Revised: 02/13/25