T&I Graphic Communications Instructor

St. Mary's County Public Schools; Leonardtown (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary’s County Public Schools seeks a T&I Graphic Communications Instructor at the Dr. James A.

Forrest Career and Technology Center in Leonardtown, MD. This exempt ten-month position offers a salary on the EASMC Teacher Career Ladder and requires expertise in graphic communication, desktop publishing, and related software. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality instruction, maintaining safety and equipment, collaborating with staff, and supporting student achievement.

Qualifications

• Three years of occupational experience or equivalent substitute options within the teaching area.
• Maryland/Out-of-State licensure or eligibility is required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs high school students in graphic communication, desk top publishing and printing.
• Maintains PrintEd certification of the program.
• Develops and maintains program budget.
• Stays current in industry practices, software, and equipment.
• Provides a safe and organized learning environment.

Education

Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in the area to be taught

Educator Preparation Program

Maryland professional license/Certificate in a Professional and Technical Education Area

Tools

PageMaker

Illustrator

Photoshop

Corel Draw

Quart Express

Kai power tools

Bryce 3d

Painter

Power Point

Imaging and editing programs

Job description

T&I Graphic Communications Instructor
St. Mary's County Public Schools
Dr James A Forrest Career & Technology Center - Leonardtown, Maryland

Job Details

Job ID:5938009
Starting Date:Immediately

Job Description

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

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:

EASMC

Updated: July 2024, 05.2025

Position Type:Full-Time
Salary:$55,661 to $117,670 Per Year
Job Requirements
At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
High School/Trade School degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required