Dodge City Public Schools/USD 443 · 3 months ago
Graphic Design Teacher
Dodge City, KS
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelDodge City Public Schools/USD 443 is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Graphic Design Teacher to educate and inspire students in visual communication. The successful candidate will develop and deliver curriculum, provide project guidance, and mentor students while staying current with industry trends.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Curriculum and lesson development: Design and implement comprehensive lesson plans that cover a range of graphic design topics, including design theory, typography, color theory, digital illustration, and software proficiency
Classroom instruction: Deliver engaging lectures and demonstrations to students with various skill levels, both in-person and potentially through online platforms
Project guidance and evaluation: Assign and evaluate student projects, providing constructive feedback and hosting critiques to help students improve their skills and build their portfolios
Software training: Ensure students become proficient in industry-standard graphic design software, such as the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant applications
Mentorship and advising: Advise and mentor students on academic and career pathways, providing support and guidance to help them achieve their professional goals
Stay current with industry trends: Continuously update course material to reflect current trends, emerging technologies, and new methodologies in graphic design
Administrative duties: Participate in departmental meetings, committee work, and school-wide events
Create a positive learning environment: Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that encourages creativity, experimentation, and critical thinking
Qualification
Required
Kansas certification in content area assignment or certification in a different state with qualifications that allow for licensure in Kansas. Highly Qualified under No Child Left Behind preferred
A strong professional background as a graphic designer, with an impressive portfolio showcasing a range of design skills and projects
A strong portfolio of professional work that demonstrates expertise across various design applications
High-level proficiency in industry-standard software like Adobe Creative Suite is essential
Exceptional communication, presentation, and public speaking skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
Excellent interpersonal skills, a passion for teaching, and the ability to inspire and motivate students
Preferred
Prior teaching experience at the desired level (e.g., high school, college)
Experience with web design, UX/UI design, and motion graphics
Active involvement in the professional design community
Experience with online teaching tools and learning management systems (LMS)
Company
Dodge City Public Schools/USD 443
Dodge City Public Schools Usd 443 is a public education organization company based out of 2112 1ST AVE, Dodge City, Kansas, United States.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase