Career & Technical Education – Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

Location: Oak Ridge High School

Position Type: Full-Time Certified Teacher

Start Date: 7/20/2026

Oak Ridge High School seeks a qualified Graphic Arts / Digital Arts & Design Teacher to teach courses within the Arts & A/V Communications Career Cluster. This position will provide instruction aligned with Tennessee Career & Technical Education standards for the Digital Arts & Design pathway, preparing students for careers in graphic design, digital media, and visual communications.

Responsibilities

Teach Digital Arts & Design courses aligned with Tennessee CTE standards
Provide hands-on instruction in graphic design, digital illustration, typography, layout, and visual communication
Utilize industry-standard software such as Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Develop project-based learning experiences and support student portfolio development
Integrate career readiness skills and support industry credential opportunities
Collaborate with local industry partners to support career exploration and work-based learning
Participate in program advisory committees and professional development related to CTE programs

Qualifications

Valid Tennessee teaching license with endorsement in Graphic Communications or a related Arts, A/V Technology & Communications CTE endorsement (related endorsements below).
Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, digital media, visual communications, or a related field OR Eligibility for a Tennessee Occupational Teaching License with relevant industry experience in graphic design or digital media

152 - Business Education 6-12

153 - Business Technology 6-12

230 - Industrial Arts 7-12

311 - Vocational Office Education 7-12

435 - Office Technology 7-12

436 - Vocational Office Education 7-12

475 - Business Technology 7-12

476 - Business Education 7-12

516 - Commercial Art Occ

519 - Product Design

520 - Photo Lab/Dark Room Occupational

521 - Other Communication Photo Occupational

537 - Ind Electronics, 538 - Radio/Television

543 - Graphic Communications

576 - Radio/TV Broadcasting,

583 - Graphic Arts

597 - Electronic Media

710 - Broadcasting

711 - Graphic Design

953 - (PSE) 9-12 Business Technology

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud or similar design software

Professional experience in graphic design, media production, or visual communications

Experience supporting student portfolios or industry certifications

Application

Interested applicants should apply online through the Oak Ridge Schools employment portal and submit required application materials.

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Job Requirements:
At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Bachelor degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required