About this role
Department: Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Reports To: CTE Media Production Teacher and Building Principal
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Work Schedule: 8:45 - 3:00 Monday - Friday, following the teacher calendar. Additional after-school and evening times required. Average of 36 hours per week. Compensation: $18 to $21 per hour based on experience. Benefits included. Position Summary The Instructional Assistant for the Digital Media and Business/Marketing programs supports the classroom teacher in delivering hands-on instruction across two high-demand CTE pathways. This role involves assisting with technical media production (video, photography, graphic design) and business operations (marketing, entrepreneurship, finance). The assistant helps students develop industry-standard technical skills and workplace readiness while maintaining a safe, organized, and industry-standard learning environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist the CTE instructor with daily classroom instruction, demonstrations, and project-based learning activities in both media and business labs.
• Reinforce lesson concepts after initial instruction and provide one-on-one or small-group assistance to students during complex projects.
• Support students in using industry software, including:
• Digital Media: Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator), DaVinci Resolve, and various design tools.
• Business/Marketing: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace, Canva, social media management tools, and business simulation software.
• Help students operate and troubleshoot industry-standard equipment, including cameras, lighting, microphones, audio recorders, and computers.
• Reinforce classroom expectations, safety procedures, and district policies.
• Assist with video production, broadcasts, podcasts, photography, filming, editing, graphic design, and media publishing.
• Assist with marketing campaigns, market research, business plan development, school store management, inventory tracking, and customer service.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, field experiences, and media productions.
• Support students with diverse learning needs and implement accommodations as directed.
• Encourage professionalism, collaboration, creativity, and effective communication.
• Participate in department meetings, professional development, and school events as assigned.
• Assist with preparation for program events and support students participating in CTE student organizations (e.g., DECA, BPA, SkillsUSA).
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervising teacher or administrator.
Qualifications
• Experience in media production, communications, broadcasting, digital media, business operations, marketing, or a related field.
• Relevant industry certifications preferred.
• Experience working with high school students or youth programs preferred.
• Valid driver's license for off-campus events, if required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Proficiency in camera operations, lighting, audio recording and digital editing techniques.
• Familiarity with business principles, marketing strategies, and professional communication.
• Knowledge of current media production technologies and/or business software applications.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, students, and community partners.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent customer service and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout classrooms and production spaces.
• Ability to operate computers and audiovisual equipment for extended periods.
• Sufficient visual and auditory acuity to monitor classroom activities and media production equipment.
Working Conditions
• High school classroom, computer lab, television studio, and production environments.
• Occasional evening or weekend assignments for school productions, performances, or community events.
• Moderate noise levels associated with media production equipment and student activities.