Digital Communication Teacher

About the role

The Digital Communication Technology teacher will plan and implement lessons within a progressive and sequential curriculum that introduces students to the skills and technical requirements of the large field of graphic design and production. The teacher is charged with building a robust program that prepares students for entry level positions in the area of Graphic Design and Video Production, as well as preparation for post-secondary study. Furthermore, whenever possible, the teacher will integrate core content skills and standards into their lessons to demonstrate lifetime connections to the core academic content.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement lessons that support the appropriate sequential level (novice, intermediate and advanced) of students assigned to the courses.
• Integrate the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) into the Graphic Design and Production curriculum.
• Maintain customary educational records for lessons and students including: lesson plans, meeting minutes, student attendance, and student grades.
• Provide clear and specific communication with stakeholders, including: students, parents, colleagues, school and district administrators, outside businesses, etc.
• Follow all school and district policies, procedures and expected teaching practices.
• Serve as a liaison and advocate for your program with different constituent groups. This includes participation on the Appoquinimink Career and Technical Education (CTE) Advisory Committee, the Appoquinimink Perkins Committee, the Delaware Department of Education (DDOE), and local institutes of higher education (IHE).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
• Must be eligible for State of Delaware Certification as a Technology, Business, Marketing Teacher, or a STS certification (See Delaware Reg 1559).
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject content, curriculum, methodology of effective teaching.
• Skilled in the use of multi-media and computer technology to enhance learning.
• Establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with students, peers, administrators, and parents.
• Demonstrated skill in oral and written communications; excellent human relations skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, eligible for State of Delaware Certification as a Technology, Business, Marketing Teacher, or a STS certification (See Delaware Reg 1559), demonstrated knowledge of subject content, curriculum, methodology of effective teaching, skilled in the use of multi-media and computer technology to enhance learning, established and maintained effective collaborative relationships with students, peers, administrators, and parents, demonstrated skill in oral and written communications; excellent human relations skills.