Position for the 2023-2024 school year:

Sheldon Independent School District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Audio/Video Production teacher.

Qualifications: The teacher will have a valid Texas Teachers Certificate in Technology Applications or approved work experience.

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Preference will be given to applicants who

• possess significant knowledge of digital media development using software such as Adobe Certified Professional in Digital Video using Premier Pro and other Adobe products
• have expertise in capturing digital media using the Apple platform and peripheral hardware
• demonstrate experience supporting digital video and media in the curriculum and experience in producing digital storytelling narratives
• have knowledge of media production communication, and dissemination techniques and methods
• manage and maintain program facilities and equipment
• have the ability to meet deadlines and schedules in an organized fashion
• demonstrate advanced computer skills, communication skills, and public relations skills
• provide content-related and appropriate instruction based on state curriculum through a combination of classroom, laboratory, and co-curricular activities
• have experience with film, video, and/or audio production
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for the subject area, develop pertinent assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Instruct students in the proper use and care of professional equipment, technology, and other professional materials.
• Promotes critical and creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
• Serve as a CSTO sponsor and involve students with professional associations affiliated with their Program of Study
• Promotes Audio Video instruction and teaches knowledge and skills that prepare students for related Adobe Audio Video industry certifications.
• Administers industry certification exams to junior/senior students in junior/senior level courses, specific to the Program of Study and course, in accordance with Sheldon ISD CTE department procedures.

Learning Environment

• Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of the profession to everyday existence, including projects, demonstrations, experiments, and hands-on activities.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to laboratory, individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Takes note of state and industry requirements for the program and updates all stakeholders of changes.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Maintain required documentation for various activities such as travel paperwork and work-based learning.

Parent Involvement

• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

Professional Learning Community

• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within special education, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and other supplies and equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.
• Attends and participates in school events during and outside of regular school hours.
• Attends instructional training as needed to administer district-approved Audio Video curriculum and Adobe certification exams.

Personal Work Relationships

• All Sheldon ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct, and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high-quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork.