Release Date:

September 24, 2026

Application Deadline:

October 8, 2026

Requisition:

12530 Current benefited staff of SMCPS who submit a timely application and meet the minimum qualifications for the position shall be granted an interview and shall be considered to fill the vacancy prior to external applicants being considered. Questions regarding your application and/or candidacy should be directed to the Department of Human Resources.

Position:

T&I Graphic Communications Instructor Location:

Dr. James A.

Forrest Career and Technology Center Salary:

The salary for this EXEMPT position will be based on EASMC Teacher Career Ladder for ten-month employees. ($55,661-$117,670)

Effective:

October 2026 APPLICATION

PROCEDURES

Qualified applicants, including current employees of St. Mary's County Public Schools, must complete a TalentEd online application. In addition to the online application, any supporting documentation (unofficial transcript and/or copy of the certification, where applicable) must be scanned and uploaded to the TalentEd application. The online application and any support documentation must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications, including information about the applicant's background, experience, and professional qualifications. Failure to submit all required documentation will result in your application being considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the selection committee for review. All online applications must be completed no later than October 8, 2026 . Following a screening of credentials, interviews will be scheduled. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions. (301-475-5511, ext. 32187)

NATURE OF WORK

This is a professional position to meet the instructional goals of the school and school system by delivering instructional programs effectively to ensure student achievement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community members Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality Ability to use technology effectively to complete tasks Ability to report to work daily and on time Ability to organize, supervise, coordinate and establish priorities of tasks to be completed Ability to work independently in the absence of detailed instructions and to follow complex oral and/or written instructions Ability to communicate orally or in writing, courteously and tactfully, with staff, students, parents, and the community in a timely manner Possess excellent time management skills and the ability to take initiative and make decisions within assigned responsibility in a challenging, fast-paced professional environment and be flexible in work responsibilities and hours Possess knowledge of the programs, policies, and procedures of the St. Mary's County Public Schools Possess knowledge of printing press, plate makers, printers, paper cutters, and digital photography Ability to use flat-bed and other scanners Ability to direct and evaluate student learning experiences Ability to provide guidance to students to promote education development and welfare Ability to plan and coordinate the instructional program in accordance with the current curricula

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructs high school students in graphic communication, desk top publishing and printing Possesses knowledge and skill in the use of graphic software including: Arts and Letters PageMaker Illustrator Photoshop Corel Draw Quart Express Kai power tools Bryce 3d Painter Power Point Imaging and editing programs Maintains PrintEd certification of the program Develops and maintains program budget Selects meaningful projects that relate to program competencies Stays current in industry practices, software, and equipment Provides a safe and organized learning environment Provides for the proper care of equipment Works with appropriate IT staff for upgrading and troubleshooting of equipment Provides requests for additional and/or replacement of equipment and software Maintains an active and effective industry Program Advisory Committee Attends workshops, staff development and in-service training sessions Maintains records of student performance Creates and prints yearbook Assists in sign-making for special events Performs other related and nonrelated job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

One of the following

Pathways:

Occupational Experience Three (3) years of occupational experience The applicant may substitute the following for one (1) year of occupational experience: Department-accepted, current industry recognized credential

• and/or Bachelor's or associate's degree in the area to be taught Willing to complete twelve (12) credits of professional education coursework from an institution of higher education or through Department-approved continuing professional development credits Educator Preparation Program Completion of a Maryland or Out-of-State program approved to lead to professional and technical education licensure Professional License/Certificate in a Professional and Technical Education Area Valid or expired License/Certificate from Maryland, another state, or foreign country Valid National Board Certificate in Career and Technical Education Department-accepted, current industry recognized credentials can be found in the Maryland CTE Blue Book

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT

Full-time ten-month position

SALARY GRADE RANGE

The salary for this EXEMPT position will be based on EASMC Teacher Career Ladder for ten-month employees.

BARGAINING UNIT ELIGIBILITY

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EASMC Updated:

July 2024, 05.2025