Media Arts Teacher

Confidential

St. Louis, Missouri Hybrid permanent

Posted: April 14, 2026

Quick Summary

We are looking for a Media Arts Teacher with a strong background in media arts and storytelling to join our team and mentor students to become creative and innovative thinkers. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a creative approach to learning. The ideal candidate will be able to inspire and motivate students to develop their artistic skills and promote a love of learning.

Job Description

School Overview
St. Louis Voices Academy of Media Arts is an innovative charter public school serving students and families within St. Louis City serving grades PK–5. St. Louis Voices Academy emphasizes media and storytelling, whole-child development, real-world inquiry, and progressive learner autonomy as foundational design elements supporting its mission.

Mission
St. Louis Voices Academy leverages media arts and storytelling to equip students with the agency to excel academically, author their own futures, and make meaningful contributions to their communities.

Role Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Elementary Media Teacher who is passionate about empowering young learners through media literacy and production. This role involves developing and delivering creative lesson plans that integrate media concepts into core subjects. The ideal candidate will guide students as they analyze current events, produce media content that meets industry standards, and engage in creative storytelling that supports their academic and personal growth.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement creative lesson plans that integrate media literacy, digital storytelling, and production techniques with core curriculum subjects.

Teach students to analyze, create, and critique media content using current events and major topics relevant to their lives.

Manage classroom dynamics, ensuring a positive and inclusive environment conducive to learning and creative exploration.

Provide individualized and small-group instructional support, offering constructive feedback to help students refine their media projects.

Collaborate with fellow educators to incorporate media projects into interdisciplinary lessons.

Maintain and set up necessary media equipment and resources for classroom activities.

Monitor students’ academic and social-emotional progress, addressing their needs and supporting their growth in media literacy.

Participate in professional development and contribute to school-wide initiatives that enhance media arts education.

Perform additional duties as assigned by the school administration.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Media, Communications, or a related field; teacher certification is a plus.

Demonstrated experience working with elementary-aged students and creating media productions.

Strong classroom management skills with a commitment to fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment.

Excellent communication, organization, and lesson planning abilities.

Passion for media literacy, digital storytelling, and innovative educational practices.

Commitment to continuous professional growth and alignment with our mission to empower students through media arts.

Possession of an IPC or CCPC, or the ability and eligibility to obtain the teaching credential within six months of hire.

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary and benefits package

Extensive professional development and mentorship opportunities

An innovative, mission-driven school community

A supportive and collaborative team culture

Opportunities for career growth in a dynamic, student-centered learning environment

St. Louis Voices Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team.

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