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Form of workEmployment Type: Part Time (20 hrs/wk), Salaried, Benefits EligibleMonths Worked Per School Year: 10Expected Work Days/Hours: Standard school day is from 8am-4pm. The exact schedule for this role will be coordinated with supervisor, includes weekends and some summer work Job Summary:Paideia is a pre-K-12 college preparatory school of over 1,000 students in the Emory University area of Atlanta. Paideia was started in 1971 by a small group of parents who wanted a school that educated children with respect for their individuality.
The school was founded on the idea that children have different interests and learning styles, and that they progress at different rates. The high school program provides personal attention and faculty support for students as they develop greater independence over these four years. The academic year is divided into two semesters (Long Terms I and II) of approximately 15 weeks each and two short terms (A and B), each four weeks long.
During the long terms, students attend six classes on a modified block schedule that cover the five traditional disciplines with one elective. The short terms are designed to allow intensive study in a particular area of the curriculum. Duties and Responsibilities:It is a part- time position, with an added allowance for after-school hours for advisor/student workdays.
It is a one-hour HS class that meets every day during the Long Term 1 and Long Term 2. In January short term, there is a 2 hour class. Work with the editors and photographers continues in May either after school or during lunch.
Throughout the school year, students participate in the club that meets during and after school and on yearbook workdays that can be scheduled on weekends if necessary. Work continues into the first week of June when photos from graduation and spring events are submitted. Our yearbook encompasses the whole school (Half Day to High School) and is approximately 372 pages.
The yearbook includes student and professional photography on school traditions and events, senior dedication pages, and student and class photographs. It includes working and coordinating with our professional School Photographer at school events such as graduation, the Bash (the school dance), student pictures and student sports at all levels of the school. This position will be the liaison between the publisher and the school working with the publisher rep in scheduling, training, and submitting sections for proofing and publishing.
Once the yearbook is complete, this position is in charge of working with administrators at each level to distribute the book. This person would also be responsible for coordinating with the professional School Photographer for individual student photos. This role also includes working and coordinating with the School Photographers for major school events.
This position is approximately 5 hours per week in class with students and an additional 15 -18 hours which may include after school hours and/or weekend work days. Timing requirements of this position can fluctuate depending on the time of year, which can include weekends and summer work as needed. The average weekly work hours for this position are at least 20 hrs/wk.
Minimum Qualifications:BA required. Art degree or some familiarity with design is recommended. Strong, art-based design and creativity has been the hallmark of the yearbook.
Basic photography skills and some familiarity with photo editing are preferred. Must be comfortable with and willing to learn and utilize new editing and other softwares as needed. Experience working with high school aged students, school administrators and parents is a must.
Strong organizational and communication skills with an understanding of project management is a central part of the position. The yearbook staff works with Herff Jones and any training required with the yearbook editing system will be provided. Working Conditions:Work is expected to be done indoors and outdoorsOccasional after school, weekend and summer workOffice and occasional outdoor setting for photography Physical Requirements:Low physical effort as most of the work is done at a desk settingStrengthSitting 50% work is done at desk, computerWalking 50% work is done around Paideia's campus Application Notes:Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references via our online application.
Salary is commensurate with education and experience. A benefits package is offered for benefits-eligible positions. The Paideia School is an equal opportunity employer.
For more information about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, our focus on both social and emotional learning with rigorous academic offerings and opportunities for extra curricular learning, please visit our website at www.paideiaschool.org http://www.paideiaschool.org/
