Principia School is seeking a dynamic and innovative Multimedia Communications + Film Teacher who is passionate about fostering creativity, critical thinking, and intrinsic motivation in students. In this role, you will create an engaging and inclusive learning environment where students gain fluency in multimedia processes, from pre- to post-production, as they develop, record, edit, and express their ideas, messages, and stories.  Through your projects, extracurricular activities, studio practices, and emphasis on ethical multimedia communication, you will help students find their creative voices and equip them with the skills and creative habits needed to succeed in an ever-evolving media landscape.

Reporting to the Visual Arts Department Chair, you will play a key role in inspiring students to explore video production from foundational skill-building through to final works they can share with the community in the form of broadcast journalism reels, documentary films, short videos, animations, etc.  Additionally, you will collaborate with the Visual Art Department faculty, Technology Integration Specialist, and other educators to ensure cross-disciplinary integration and contribute to a robust and dynamic Visual Arts curriculum.

“Principia School’s academic units strive to create a collaborative and inclusive community where everyone feels a sense of belonging and sees each other as infinitely capable and divinely whole. Our rigorous, globally-focused curriculum and character-based approach honors diverse perspectives and develops creative problem solvers who use their academic skills to benefit their communities and the world.”

• Teach multimedia and video specific elective Visual Arts classes to students in grades 9-12 with the potential to further develop the curricula and course options.  Current classes include:

  • “Intro to Media Studies” - involves creating compelling videos from script to screen, with video editing in Final Cut Pro. Adobe Premier Pro is also available.

  • “Advanced Media Studies” - involves advanced video creation and production of PNN (Panther News Nation), which is shared with the student body during assemblies. 

  • Alternate classes could include “Digital Media,” “Intro to Film and Documentaries,” “Animation,” etc.

• Design engaging teaching materials, activities, and assessments for beginner through advanced level students.

• Evaluate student work through comprehensive rubrics highlighting creativity, critical thinking, and technical proficiency.

• Create opportunities to support students in real-world media project experiences within coursework and actively procure field trip opportunities related to Media + Film curricula.

• Edit in Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premier Pro, preferred.

• Demonstrate an understanding of basic Apple computers and related software and a willingness to acquire new skills.

• Oversee and manage a significant budget for the Media Center and Studio.

• Utilize, oversee, and manage the Media Center and Studio, maintain equipment, and schedule use of the studio for recording and editing of studio events.

• Manage and maintain Blackmagic cameras, switchers and broadcast equipment, as well as Sony and Canon DSLRs and Camcorders.

• Meet weekly with an allocated small group of students in a "crew" setting to provide mentorship, foster personal growth, and build community connections.

• Go on a 1 week experiential education trip with students in the fall.

• Facilitate Quests - periods of student exploration and self-guided learning on topics of student interest. 

• Assist in departmental work, including assessment, program review, and development of curriculum.

• Participate in weekly professional development.

• Contribute to a collaborative learning environment by sharing expertise with colleagues.

• Work closely with students to further develop their critical thinking skills, creativity, writing, research, and multimedia communication skills.

• Be an active character educator in accordance with Principia’s mission, supporting Principia activities, and promoting Christian Science-based character education in accord with Principia’s mission as outlined in Education at The Principia.  

• Video record and edit school-wide events through a stipended secondary contract or in lieu of other responsibilities to be negotiated.

• Support Principia’s guiding statements as articulated here https://www.principia.edu/about/mission

• Master’s Degree in Art, Film, Multimedia Communication, Broadcast Journalism, or a closely related field with an emphasis on digital/video media preferred; Bachelor’s degree and related industry experience will be considered

• Experience with a broad range of contexts and industries involving visual art, multimedia communications, broadcast journalism, and film

• Demonstrated ability to work with a range of students and skill levels

• Classroom teaching experience 

• Demonstrated facility and comfort with navigating and leveraging a learning management system

About The Principia School

At our award-winning pre-K–12 school in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education—blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia’s team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College but also a worldwide network of Alumni & Friends. At Principia School, our core value is LOVE. Love and its attributes underpin our foundational beliefs as well as our educational approach. We focus on developing the whole child—intellectually, physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually- preparing students for the next steps in life. We foster a challenging yet supportive environment where character unfolds naturally and talent is cultivated through boundless opportunities. Character education plays an essential role in every aspect of the student experience, and classroom work is augmented by character trips, leadership development, and real-world, hands-on, project-based learning.Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing st...udents to be tomorrow’s leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued.

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