Polyprep is hiring: Journalism and Media Studies Coordinator in New York
Polyprep, New York, NY, United States
Poly Prep's mission is to prepare and inspire the next diverse generation of leaders and global citizens to act with intelligence, imagination, and––above all––character.
Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of JOURNALISM AND MEDIA STUDIES COORDINATOR . The Journalism and Media Studies Coordinator will teach two courses on journalism (including introductory and advanced or special topics in journalism) and guide students in the production of print, online, radio, and film media, including social media and our student publications (The Polygon and Polyglot), based on journalistic principles and best practices. In addition, the Journalism/Media Studies Coordinator will educate students in responsible media production and provide them tools for interrogating misinformation and furthering social and racial justice through a variety of media platforms.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Teaching:
Teach two courses in journalism
Advise current student publications, including but not limited to The Polygon (newspaper) and The Polyglot (yearbook)
Advise students, faculty and staff on ethical issues in the field of journalism
Supervise and support student extracurriculars including the Blue Devil Briefing, The Morning Devil, The Poly Record, and The Poly Podcast
Support and collaborate with interdisciplinary arts faculty to build cross-curricular connections in graphic design, filmmaking, documentary production, photography and/or photojournalism
Work closely with Visual Arts Department Chair to support interdisciplinary programming and faculty collaboration
Work closely with Senior Director of Engagement and Communications and staff to support initiatives and student participation opportunities
Return student work in a timely fashion and maintain an accurate and up-to-date online gradebook
Post grades and well-written progress reports according to specified deadlines
Communicate with students and families and provide written and oral feedback on student progress consistently throughout the school year
Organize guest visits, field trips, internship and additional learning opportunities for students
Oversee budget and invoice reimbursement payments
Additional Responsibilities:
Demonstrate energetic commitment to professional development
Attend and contribute to meetings during and after the school day, including but not limited to departmental, committee, divisional and grade-level meetings
Attend community events throughout the school year
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in journalism or media studies or related disciplines required. MA preferred.
Experience: 5 years of media production and/or teaching experience
Salary: $78,095 - $104,234
Poly Prep strives to be an equitable, just, and diverse community, one proud of and deeply committed to empowering students to discover who they are and what they want to be. In keeping with the country day school philosophy, we seek community members who will share a passion for learning in and out of the classroom. Every educator at Poly Prep aspires to uphold our mission “to support and inspire the next diverse generation of leaders and global citizens to act with intelligence, imagination and--above all--character.”
We offer a supportive environment, with a full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a generous match on our 403(b) retirement plan, long-term disability, flexible spending account, pre-tax commute benefit, and free lunch).
How to Apply: Interested applicants should send a cover letter and current resume detailing their interest in the position and specific evidence of their qualifications to Sarah Bates, Head of Upper School at sbates@polyprep.org and Michael Robinson, Head of Arts at mrobinson@polyprep.org.
Poly Prep is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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In Summary: Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of JOURNALISM AND MEDIA STUDIES COORDINATOR . The Journalism and Media Studies Coordinator will teach two courses on journalism . The position will guide students in the production of print, online, radio, and film media .
En Español: La misión de Poly Prep es preparar e inspirar a la próxima generación diversa de líderes y ciudadanos globales para que actúen con inteligencia, imaginación y sobre todo carácter. Además, el Coordinador de Estudios del Periodismo/Media educará a los estudiantes en una producción mediática responsable y les proporcionará herramientas para interrogar la desinformación y promover la justicia social y racial a través de diversas plataformas médicas. RESPONSABILIDADES PRIMARIO Y ACCOUNTABILITADES Enseñanza: enseñar dos cursos de periodismo Asesorar publicaciones estudiantiles actuales, incluidos pero no limitados al periódico Poligono (diario) y Al poliglote (libro anual), asesorar a los alumnos, profesores y personal sobre cuestiones éticas en el campo del periodismo Supervisar y apoyar las clases extracurriculares que incluyen el Blue Devil Briefing, El diablo, La mañana Polipolitica y Los Podcasts CONSISTENTE A LOS ALUMNOS DE DEMÓSTICALISMO Maestría preferida. Experiencia: 5 años de producción y/o experiencia docente en medios Salario: $78,095 - $104,234 Poly Prep se esfuerza por ser una comunidad equitativa, justa y diversa, orgullosa y profundamente comprometida con empoderar a los estudiantes para descubrir quiénes son y qué quieren ser. De acuerdo con la filosofía del día escolar del país, buscamos miembros comunitarios que compartan una pasión por el aprendizaje dentro y fuera de la clase. Cada educador de Poly Prepar aspira a mantener nuestra misión apoyar e inspirar a la próxima generación diversificada de líderes y ciudadanos globales a actuar con inteligencia, imaginación e -- sobre todo-- carácter. Ofrecemos un entorno de apoyo, con un paquete completo de beneficios (resumen médico, dental, seguro de vida gratuito, una coincidencia en nuestro 403b) interés generoso en jubilación, discapacidad a largo plazo, prestaciones fiscales flexibles de gastos, etc. Los solicitantes de empleo deben cubrir las mismas oportunidades laborales de todos sus empleados en la Escuela de Artes y Propuestas, así como una carta detallada al Jefe@Sarah Robinson. Prohibimos la discriminación y el acoso de cualquier tipo sin importar raza, color, religión, edad, sexo, origen nacional, estado de discapacidad, genética, estatus de veterano protegido, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género u otra característica protegida por leyes federales, estatales o locales. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of JOURNALISM AND MEDIA STUDIES COORDINATOR . The Journalism and Media Studies Coordinator will teach two courses on journalism (including introductory and advanced or special topics in journalism) and guide students in the production of print, online, radio, and film media, including social media and our student publications (The Polygon and Polyglot), based on journalistic principles and best practices. In addition, the Journalism/Media Studies Coordinator will educate students in responsible media production and provide them tools for interrogating misinformation and furthering social and racial justice through a variety of media platforms.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Teaching:
Teach two courses in journalism
Advise current student publications, including but not limited to The Polygon (newspaper) and The Polyglot (yearbook)
Advise students, faculty and staff on ethical issues in the field of journalism
Supervise and support student extracurriculars including the Blue Devil Briefing, The Morning Devil, The Poly Record, and The Poly Podcast
Support and collaborate with interdisciplinary arts faculty to build cross-curricular connections in graphic design, filmmaking, documentary production, photography and/or photojournalism
Work closely with Visual Arts Department Chair to support interdisciplinary programming and faculty collaboration
Work closely with Senior Director of Engagement and Communications and staff to support initiatives and student participation opportunities
Return student work in a timely fashion and maintain an accurate and up-to-date online gradebook
Post grades and well-written progress reports according to specified deadlines
Communicate with students and families and provide written and oral feedback on student progress consistently throughout the school year
Organize guest visits, field trips, internship and additional learning opportunities for students
Oversee budget and invoice reimbursement payments
Additional Responsibilities:
Demonstrate energetic commitment to professional development
Attend and contribute to meetings during and after the school day, including but not limited to departmental, committee, divisional and grade-level meetings
Attend community events throughout the school year
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in journalism or media studies or related disciplines required. MA preferred.
Experience: 5 years of media production and/or teaching experience
Salary: $78,095 - $104,234
Poly Prep strives to be an equitable, just, and diverse community, one proud of and deeply committed to empowering students to discover who they are and what they want to be. In keeping with the country day school philosophy, we seek community members who will share a passion for learning in and out of the classroom. Every educator at Poly Prep aspires to uphold our mission “to support and inspire the next diverse generation of leaders and global citizens to act with intelligence, imagination and--above all--character.”
We offer a supportive environment, with a full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a generous match on our 403(b) retirement plan, long-term disability, flexible spending account, pre-tax commute benefit, and free lunch).
How to Apply: Interested applicants should send a cover letter and current resume detailing their interest in the position and specific evidence of their qualifications to Sarah Bates, Head of Upper School at sbates@polyprep.org and Michael Robinson, Head of Arts at mrobinson@polyprep.org.
Poly Prep is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of JOURNALISM AND MEDIA STUDIES COORDINATOR . The Journalism and Media Studies Coordinator will teach two courses on journalism . The position will guide students in the production of print, online, radio, and film media .
En Español: La misión de Poly Prep es preparar e inspirar a la próxima generación diversa de líderes y ciudadanos globales para que actúen con inteligencia, imaginación y sobre todo carácter. Además, el Coordinador de Estudios del Periodismo/Media educará a los estudiantes en una producción mediática responsable y les proporcionará herramientas para interrogar la desinformación y promover la justicia social y racial a través de diversas plataformas médicas. RESPONSABILIDADES PRIMARIO Y ACCOUNTABILITADES Enseñanza: enseñar dos cursos de periodismo Asesorar publicaciones estudiantiles actuales, incluidos pero no limitados al periódico Poligono (diario) y Al poliglote (libro anual), asesorar a los alumnos, profesores y personal sobre cuestiones éticas en el campo del periodismo Supervisar y apoyar las clases extracurriculares que incluyen el Blue Devil Briefing, El diablo, La mañana Polipolitica y Los Podcasts CONSISTENTE A LOS ALUMNOS DE DEMÓSTICALISMO Maestría preferida. Experiencia: 5 años de producción y/o experiencia docente en medios Salario: $78,095 - $104,234 Poly Prep se esfuerza por ser una comunidad equitativa, justa y diversa, orgullosa y profundamente comprometida con empoderar a los estudiantes para descubrir quiénes son y qué quieren ser. De acuerdo con la filosofía del día escolar del país, buscamos miembros comunitarios que compartan una pasión por el aprendizaje dentro y fuera de la clase. Cada educador de Poly Prepar aspira a mantener nuestra misión apoyar e inspirar a la próxima generación diversificada de líderes y ciudadanos globales a actuar con inteligencia, imaginación e -- sobre todo-- carácter. Ofrecemos un entorno de apoyo, con un paquete completo de beneficios (resumen médico, dental, seguro de vida gratuito, una coincidencia en nuestro 403b) interés generoso en jubilación, discapacidad a largo plazo, prestaciones fiscales flexibles de gastos, etc. Los solicitantes de empleo deben cubrir las mismas oportunidades laborales de todos sus empleados en la Escuela de Artes y Propuestas, así como una carta detallada al Jefe@Sarah Robinson. Prohibimos la discriminación y el acoso de cualquier tipo sin importar raza, color, religión, edad, sexo, origen nacional, estado de discapacidad, genética, estatus de veterano protegido, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género u otra característica protegida por leyes federales, estatales o locales. #J-18808-Ljbffr