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High School Part-time Filmmaking Teacher Sequoyah School - 5.0 Pasadena, CA Job Details Part-time $68,000 - $111,588 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Teaching visual & performing arts Culturally responsive teaching (DEI initiatives) Bachelor's degree Student-centered approaches (student motivation techniques) Multicultural competence in teaching Teaching Media editing tools Full Job Description School Overview Founded in 1958, Sequoyah School is an independent progressive K-12 day school in Pasadena, California, built on the belief that diversity of all kinds is fundamental to a powerful education. Students find joy and deep learning as they navigate through curriculum while teachers guide problem-centered classrooms that foster curiosity through intellectual exploration and opportunities for application. The school's mission to challenge the mind, nurture the heart, and celebrate human dignity is evidenced in its place-based program and signature experiences like Field Studies, the Social Innovation Program, Talking Leaves, and more. We are currently accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Part-time (August 11 - December 18) Monday-Thursday 8:30-10:00 a.m.; Friday 8:30-9:30 a.m. Reports to the
Performing Arts Department Chair Salary Range:
$68,000-$111,588 - compensation will be prorated for teaching term and part-time hours Job Overview Sequoyah School seeks a dynamic educator to teach in its expressive and collaborative Arts program, to add a new filmmaking course. This faculty member will inspire students to explore visual storytelling, cinematic history, and technical production, through hands-on, student-centered learning. The ideal candidate will support student voice, foster creative risk-taking, and contribute to a vibrant learning community grounded in Sequoyah's mission. The part-time faculty position responsibilities include: Teach 1 section of a high school Filmmaking course (covering introductory through narrative production) Guide students through all stages of the creative process, including screenwriting, storyboarding, cinematography, and post-production editing Manage and maintain the school's filmmaking equipment inventory, cameras, lighting/audio gear, and digital editing software Facilitate opportunities for students to showcase their work, such as community screenings, assemblies, or external student film festivals Attend relevant department meetings and professional development days Qualifications Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and must have experience teaching filmmaking, video production, or digital media arts. A bachelor's degree in Film Production, Cinema Studies, Media Arts, or a related field is required; an MFA or master's degree is preferred. Successful candidates will also have the following qualifications: Technical proficiency with DSLR/cinema cameras, lighting kits, sound recording equipment, and industry-standard non-linear editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or DaVinci Resolve) A commitment to equity and inclusion, and teaching from an inclusive, anti-racist standpoint Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit Demonstrated interest in inquiry-based, experiential, project-based learning, and competency-based assessment A portfolio of personal work and student work For more information about Sequoyah School and our hiring process, please see our website at www.sequoyahschool.org . Sequoyah School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any phase of employment. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
