New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS) · 3 weeks ago
Video, Film, and Digital Media Teacher
Lawrenceville, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$50K/yr - $76K/yr
3+ years expThe New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS) is seeking a full-time instructor in Video, Film, and Digital Media at The Lawrenceville School. The role involves teaching high school students, advising students, and contributing to the visual arts department while fostering a collaborative and inclusive community.
AssociationEducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Teach four sections/two to three preps per trimester (approximately 50 students)
Two seasons of coaching or equivalent co-curricular commitment, including at least one season of interscholastic coaching (or the equivalent)
Serve as advisor for the L10, Lawrenceville’s student-produced video news channel
Responsible for curriculum design and documentation
Advise five to eight students
One evening a week of “House duty,” providing supervision in a student residence from 6-11:30 pm
Faculty who reside in School-provided housing are expected to spend eight years living in one of the residential houses at some point in their career, although not necessarily starting their first year
Chaperone a weekend activity (dance, coffee house, etc.) at least once per term
Work within the department and in the broader school to foster community and belonging
Work professionally and cooperatively within the visual arts department, the School, and the broader Lawrenceville community
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Film Studies, Digital Media, Communication, or related field
At least three years of high school teaching experience
Demonstrated proficiency with video production tools, editing software, and digital media platforms (especially Adobe Premiere Pro)
Ability to teach both introductory and advanced courses in Filmmaking
Demonstrated success in fostering student creativity and critical media literacy
Demonstrated success in facilitating collaborative, student-centered classes
Demonstrated success in providing timely, effective student feedback
Demonstrated dedication to working with high-school students
Experience with project-based learning and multimedia instruction
Demonstrated success working as part of a high-performing team
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication (oral and written) abilities
Ability to work collaboratively and independently, as needed and appropriate
Proficient computer skills, including familiarity with Google Suite and Microsoft Office suite
Preferred
Master's degree in Film Studies, Digital Media, Communication, or related field
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Paid leave
Retirement plan options
Many other valuable programs
Company
New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS)
The New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS) is a non-profit, voluntary membership association whose mission is to foster the educational, ethical, and professional excellence of its member schools, while safeguarding their independence.
2-10 employees
Funding
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