High School of Graphic Communication Arts

TEACHER VACANCY CIRCULAR

SCHOOL NAME: Creative Digital Minds High School, 02M536

DISTRICT: 02

SCHOOL SITE: Graphics Campus, 439 West 49th Street, New York, NY 10019

Send cover letter and resume to: 02M536@schools.nyc.gov

POSITIONS:

Subject to sufficient budget, positions in the school may include, but not be limited to:

English Language Arts, Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Social Studies, English to Speakers of Other Languages, Physical Education, Special Education, Students with Disabilities (all 7-12 content areas), Career and Technical Education (Graphics, Printing, and Visual Communications Cluster only), Library Media Specialist

DESCRIPTION:

The mission of Creative Digital Minds High School will be to prepare all students to become successful career professionals in the field of Digital Media design, which will be the central Career and Technical Education (CTE)  interest area within Creative Digital Minds High School.  Creative Digital Minds High School students will “learn by doing” through project-based hands-on activities that replicate the typical working practices of successful graphic design, marketing and advertising firms. In doing so, Creative Digital Minds High School will accomplish two primary goals: to prepare all students for college success, and to develop the essential skills necessary for successful careers in the digital media design industry. The school will be part of the iZone, participating in the iLearnNYC program.

A summer planning institute will offer an important opportunity for staff to be involved in developing the school’s culture and instructional program. Additionally, the school will offer such opportunities as:

• Leading after-school tutoring, extra-curricular activities, and adult learning courses for parents and families
• Serving on committees and/or leading activities to enrich, enhance, and facilitate the academic and social goals of the Creative Digital Minds High School

Advance notice of the dates will be supplied, and those who attend will be compensated according to the terms of the UFT contract. Staff participation in the activities is voluntary, but strongly encouraged, as they are very important to the development of the school.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

 New York State certification in the appropriate content area, with satisfactory ratings and attendance

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Because roles in Creative Digital Minds High Schools are varied and complex, serious consideration will be given to applicants who demonstrate in their resume and cover letter experience and/or willingness to commit to the school’s mission and core beliefs and to become involved in these essential aspects:

• Work within a non-traditional schedule and organizational structure that meets the needs of all students including English Language Learner (ELL) students, students requiring special education services, as well as students experiencing difficulty meeting graduation requirements within  four years.  (Modifications to schedule are contingent on approval by SBO vote.)

• Assess student needs based on student performance data and/or academic diagnostic assessments

• Apply effective teaching strategies based upon student performance data and re-teaching strategies based upon “in the moment” and summative checks for understandings

• Conduct formative and summative checks for understandings to rapidly determine teaching strategy effectiveness

• Create a plan for professional growth in collaboration with the Principal and/or Team Leader

• Serve as a high school advisor.  Advisors serve as advocates for a group of students, are the primary and frequent contact for students’ families, aid in the development of an advisory course with an emphasis on the school’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) theme, and guide students throughout significant academic milestones such as a Work Based Learning experience, college application, career planning, etc.

• Develop and implement CTE themed project-based units of instruction and collaborative project-based learning modules aligned to relevant NY State Standards, Common Core Learning Standards as well as CTE Benchmarks.

• Use technology to enhance lessons and integrate technology into classroom activities, including but not limited to:
  • Development and effective delivery of a self-paced digital curricula using a variety of delivery formats including, but not limited to, Google Apps for Education, various Learning Management System(s) such as Blackboard, Moodle, or Desire2Learn, or other equivalent vehicles for delivery of digital curricula to students
  • Incorporation of CTE industry-standard software suites including, but not limited to, Adobe Creative Suites, Final Cut Pro, as well as web-based development software with an emphasis on teaching students the skills necessary to be competitive in professional digital media environments

• Participation and leadership as teachers within the iZone/iLearnNYC community with a focus on developing innovative models of blended learning classroom practices and sharing those effective practices with our wider community

SELECTION CRITERIA:

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Evidence of willingness to carry out the above duties and responsibilities.
• Ability and/or evidence of commitment to fully integrate state-of-the-art technology into all curricular areas and all aspects of classroom management.
• Ability to use formative assessment tools and effective re-teaching methods to promote mastery for struggling learners.
• Ability to communicate effectively with families to support student growth.
• Ability to use a variety of data systems to individualize instruction
• Ability to use individualized instruction techniques, project based learning, and a variety of lesson planning strategies to facilitate the learning of all students with varied interests, intelligences, abilities and learning styles.

In addition to the interview, candidates must present a teaching portfolio, which may include evidence of philosophy of education, evidence of curriculum planning such as course syllabi, lesson plans, and any teaching artifacts collected throughout teaching career. Artifacts may include student work, images of student work and presentations, and curriculum development examples. Applicants must also provide three professional references and, if possible, a written observation from a supervisor. References might include one from a peer with whom the applicant has collaborated, and/or a faculty development or professional organization representative..

WORK SCHEDULE AND SALARY:

As per Collective Bargaining Agreement