After School Photoshop Instructor

NOVAC is seeking an experienced digital media educator and/or graphic designer to teach our Spring 2027 Graphic Design for Film with Adobe Photoshop after-school class for students in grades 8–12.

This 15-week, project-based course explores the role of graphic design in film and media. Students use Adobe Photoshop to create original film-inspired work, including movie posters, promotional graphics, title cards, pitch materials, and digital artwork.

The instructor will be provided with NOVAC curriculum, course resources, and support from the Media Education Director, but is responsible for planning and delivering engaging, well-prepared lessons aligned with course goals and Adobe Photoshop certification objectives.

This is a credential-bearing course
. The instructor will be expected to take the Adobe Photoshop certification exam before the semester begins and prepare students to attempt the certification exam as part of the course.

Before Family Orientation, the instructor will:

• Participate in NOVAC instructor onboarding and curriculum orientation
• Review NOVAC's existing course curriculum, projects, and instructional resources
• Draft a semester scope and sequence/class schedule outlining the progression of lessons, projects, certification preparation, and major deadlines
• Revise and finalize the scope and sequence with the Media Education Director
• Complete the Adobe Photoshop certification exam before the first day of class

Once classes begin, paid preparation time includes:

• Developing a detailed agenda for each class session
• Preparing instructional slides, demonstrations, examples, and other classroom materials
• Creating and posting assignments and resources in Google Classroom
• Reviewing and grading student work
• Providing students with feedback and tracking progress
• Preparing students for the Adobe Photoshop certification exam

Preparation is a paid and expected part of this position. Instructors are expected to arrive 30 minutes before the start of each class for classroom setup and preparation. Session agendas, instructional materials, demonstrations, slides, and Google Classroom assignments should be prepared in advance of arrival.

• Teach two 3-hour after-school classes each week
• Facilitate project-based instruction in Adobe Photoshop, graphic design, and visual storytelling
• Teach Photoshop skills and workflows aligned with Adobe certification objectives
• Support students with a range of prior experience, including beginners
• Create a welcoming, youth-centered classroom environment that encourages experimentation, collaboration, and creative problem-solving
• Support students in developing original portfolio work
• Prepare students to attempt the Adobe Photoshop certification exam
• Support students in selecting and preparing work for the End-of-Year Show

• Take and submit attendance for each class
• Maintain grades and student assignments in Google Classroom
• Participate in regular classroom observations and debriefs with the Media Education Director
• Communicate student progress, concerns, or support needs to the Media Education Director
• Participate in regular check-ins with the Media Education Director
• Communicate anticipated absences as early as possible so NOVAC can arrange coverage
• Follow NOVAC youth safety, classroom, equipment, and program policies

Required:

• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop
• Experience in graphic design, digital art, photography, visual media, or a related field
• Experience teaching, mentoring, or working with middle and/or high school-aged youth
• Ability to explain technical and creative concepts clearly to beginning learners
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Ability…