Digital Media Technologies Instructor

PORTAGE LAKES CAREER CENTER is looking for a High School DIGITAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGIES PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR for the 2026-2027 school year

Share your knowledge with the Next Generation of Creators!

Great benefits! No evenings, weekends, or summers!

As a Career Tech Instructor at PLCC, you will be instrumental in shaping the next generation of Digital Media Technology professionals. Join our team and make a difference in the education and training of our future workers!

Qualifications:

1. At least five (5) years recent experience directly related to the program teaching area (video and sound production, web design and production, digital designer, content designer) with a strong IT background

2. Hold a teaching license or certificate issued by the State of Ohio appropriate to subject assignment

3. Knowledge of Apple Mac and PC’s, web design, Google Analytics, content creation best practices, video and sound production including podcasts

4. Strong communication skills involving multiple methods (public speaking, social media, technical writing, etc.)

5. Communicate a clear vision of a newly designed Digital Media Technologies for high school students going into the workforce and beyond

6. Good health, attendance, and high moral character

7. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, fellow employees, and the community

8. Pass BCI and FBI records check and/or other district pre-employment requirements

9. The employee may not be under the influence of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District

Essential Functions may include any of the following tasks:

1. Implement the program-area curriculum based on approved courses of study and prevailing occupational standards

2. Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings

3. Help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values

4. Participate in developing the instructional program including creating and writing scope and sequence documents for curriculum and mapping, selection of instructional materials, preparation of daily lessons, and evaluations of student progress

5. Focus on the teaching and developing plans for the following curriculum:

-Adobe Suite-including PremierPro, After Effects, InDesign, and ProTools

-Design Techniques

-Multimedia and Image Management Techniques

-Video and Sound

-Creating and Editing Digital Graphics

6. Develop and administer an effective safety program

7. Organize content knowledge for student learning; use research-based methods for instruction

8. Create an environment for student learning that promotes fairness, maintains consistent standards of classroom behavior, and communicates challenging learning expectations

9. Monitor students’ understanding of content; make instructional procedures and learning goals clear; promote critical thinking; use instructional time effectively

10. Demonstrate professionalism in self-reflection and relationships with colleagues

11. Communicate with parents or guardians about student learning

12. Establish annual goals to improve professional performance and student achievement

13. Use appropriate technology to enhance the teaching and learning process

14. Develop program budget requests

15. Ensure the safety and security of the classroom, instructional materials, and instructional equipment

16. Provide leadership to the instructional program through an Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) and participation in professional organizations

17. Submit grades as required for students

18. Maintain annual inventories of supplies and equipment as requested

19. Complete reports as required

20. Coordinate an active program advisory committee that represents all aspects of an industry and supports non-traditional membership

21. Assist in receiving and maintaining industry accreditation for the program if required

22. Assist with career guidance and job placement for students; promote good work habits and attitudes in employer/employee relationships

23. Coordinate program participation in vocational student organization skill contests

24. Maintain compliance with Ohio’s “Professional Conduct For Educators” standards

25. Interested in acquiring additional training and certifications based on course needs

26. Perform other duties as requested by district administrators

Working Conditions:

Working conditions may include any of the following:

1. Use of keyboards and exposure to computer screens

2. Use of electrical equipment

3. Possible exposure to body fluids

4. Possible exposure to sharp instruments

5. Possible exposure to airborne particles

6. Light physical exertion in moving items, lifting, and reaching

*Please see job posting on our website for additional information.

Equal Opportunity: Portage Lakes Career Center (PLCC) is committed to equal opportunity for all governed by the protections of Title IX, IDEA, Title VI (Civil Rights), Title VII (Civil Rights) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The district prohibits harassment of individuals in any form. Any alleged act of discrimination or harassment should be referred to Mr. Gregg Clark, Title IX Coordinator, Portage Lakes Career Center, 4401 Shriver Road, Uniontown, OH 44685, phone: 330-896-8200.