Media Arts Teacher

Working Title:

Media Arts Teacher Job Class:
Arts Education Teacher Agency:
Perpich Ctr For Arts Education

• Job
• Location:
  
  Golden Valley
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Full/Part Time:
  Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Limited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 07/20/2026
• Closing Date: 08/04/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Perpich Ctr For Arts Education / Ctr for Arts Education-SRS
• Division/Unit: PR Center For Arts Education / Arts High School Staff
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday
  - Friday (12:15 p.m.
  
  - 3:30 pm)
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $29.03 - $56.39/ hourly
• Classified Status:
  Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 215 - Residential Schools Education/Residen School
• End Date: 05/28/2027
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
  - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  No
• Job classification (Arts Education Teacher 2-9) and salary will be determined based on the selected applicant’s experience and degree.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Perpich Arts High School is seeking a highly motivated long‑term substitute Cinema Arts Instructor for the 2026–2027 school year. This position teaches one 80‑minute Cinema Arts course each quarter (four courses during the school year) between 12:15 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. The instructor will teach digital filmmaking, cinematography, lighting, sound, editing, and visual storytelling; assess student learning; maintain grades in Infinite Campus; communicate with students and families;

collaborate with colleagues; and perform other duties as assigned in accordance with the Minnesota Code of Ethics for Teachers.

The following qualifications are required of all applicants seeking consideration for this position. Only applicants whose application materials demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for the position.

• Valid Minnesota teaching license in Visual Arts (with focus in media), or ability to obtain an OFP by August 15th.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Film, Media Arts, Cinema Production, or related field.
• Experience teaching cinema arts or media arts at the high school level.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Positive interpersonal skills and ability to relate well to students, parents, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) or related advanced degree.
• Background as working filmmaker, cinematographer, editor, or media artist.
• Active creative practice with connections to the professional film/media arts community.
• Experience with industry-standard productions and post-production software and equipment.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Criminal History Check
• License/Certification Verification
• Employment Reference / Records Check

If you have questions about this position, contact Tina Krieger eger.mn.us or 763‑279‑4163.

Perpich Center for Arts Education is Minnesota's state agency dedicated to K-12 arts education. We fulfill our mission through our two-year Arts High School, our Professional Development and Resource Programs, and our extensive arts education materials in our Library.

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

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