Video Production Project Leader Job at Uncommon Schools, Rochester, NY

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  • Uncommon Schools
  • Rochester, NY

Job Description

Join Our Mission at Uncommon Schools!

At Uncommon Schools , we are more than just a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools; we are a community dedicated to transforming the educational landscape for students in economically disadvantaged areas. With locations in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we strive to close the college completion gap and prepare every student for a successful future. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, a testament to our commitment to their success.

We believe in investing deeply in our educators, providing weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. If you're ready to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference, we want you on our team!

Job Overview

We are on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced Project Leader to guide an exciting student project at Rochester Prep High School for the 2025–2026 school year. This part-time role is crucial in providing hands-on opportunities for students to build skills, explore passions, and delve into career-aligned fields.

As a Project Leader, you will:

  • Design and facilitate engaging learning experiences.
  • Support students in completing a culminating project or showcase.
  • Expose students to real-world applications through guest speakers, field trips, and competitions.

This position reports to the school’s Student Talent Manager and involves working on Tuesdays and Thursdays for one hour each day from August through June.

Key Responsibilities

Project Design & Facilitation

  • Lead a group of students in a specialized project area during “Projects.”
  • Design and implement engaging, hands-on lessons aligned with the project theme.
  • Support students in developing a culminating presentation, product, or performance.
  • Dedicate approximately 2 hours per week outside of student-facing time for lesson planning and coordination.

Extension Opportunities & Logistics

  • Research and coordinate potential field trips, guest speakers, and relevant external opportunities.
  • Chaperone students for off-site experiences related to the project.
  • Ensure logistics, student safety, and communication protocols are followed during off-campus activities.

Specialized Experience: Video Production

Curriculum Development & Instruction: Design and deliver a comprehensive curriculum covering all aspects of video production, including scripting, filming, editing, audio engineering, lighting, and live broadcasting.

Hands-On Training: Provide students with practical experience using industry-standard equipment and software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro and multi-camera setups.

Project-Based Learning: Guide students through the creation of various projects.

Classroom Management: Establish and maintain a safe, organized, and productive learning environment.

Assessment & Feedback: Evaluate student progress and provide constructive feedback to support skill development.

Family Communication

  • Work with the Student Talent Manager to establish clear communication with families about schedules and project updates.
  • Secure signed family permission forms as needed for participation in off-site activities.

Qualifications

We are looking for passionate individuals who are ready to make a difference in students' lives. If you have the skills and experience to lead this initiative, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity and fairness, ensuring we attract and retain top talent.

Compensation: Project Leaders will earn an hourly rate starting at $75/hour, with adjustments based on content area, relevant experience, and total weekly commitment. Compensation will be adjusted if responsibilities are not fully completed during the year.

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps everyone thrive. We are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve, with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. We value respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type. We ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations as needed.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time,

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