Student Journalism and and Publications Teacher

Chadwick School

Palos Verdes Peninsula, California

Chadwick School is an independent, K-12, coeducational day school dedicated to academic excellence, the development of exemplary character, and self-discovery through experience. A highly educated faculty and staff bring out the best in the talented student body through active learning, challenging academics, one-on-one mentoring, unparalleled global opportunities, nationally distinguished outdoor education and community service programs, outstanding athletic opportunities, and award-winning visual and performing arts.

The core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness, and compassion are widely shared and fostered daily in classrooms, during co-curricular activities, and through the camaraderie of this close-knit community.

Located on a beautiful, 45-acre hilltop campus on the scenic Palos Verdes Peninsula in Los Angeles County, Chadwick enrolls over 800 students drawn from more than 45 Southern California communities.

Founded in 1935 by visionary educator Margaret Lee Chadwick, Chadwick is one of two schools operated by the Roessler-Chadwick Foundation. In 2010, Chadwick International School was formed in Songdo, South Korea, which expanded opportunities for students around the globe to benefit from a world-class Chadwick education.

Job Title: Student Media & Publications Teacher

Division/Department: Upper School

Reports To: Upper School Director

Location: Palos Verdes, CA

Level/Grade: Grades 9-12

Type of position/FLSA: Part-Time (up to 20 hours a week)

POSITION SUMMARY

Chadwick School seeks a creative, energizing, and student-centered media professional to lead and grow a dynamic student publications and media program across the Upper School. This role is rooted in co-curricular programming that meets in the afternoon (generally 12:00-4:00), Monday through Friday. It offers a unique opportunity to build a vibrant, student-driven media and journalism ecosystem.

The teacher will oversee established student publications, including the Upper School newspaper, while thoughtfully expanding offerings in areas such as podcasting, digital storytelling, and sports broadcasting. With an eye toward innovation and sustainability, this role will shape programming that reflects the evolving landscape of journalism and media.

The ideal candidate brings relevant media experience, a passion for mentoring young people, and a clear vision for cultivating student voice and leadership. They will design authentic, hands-on learning experiences that empower students to explore storytelling across platforms, develop professional skills, and engage meaningfully with real-world audiences.

Above all, this educator will foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where students take ownership of their work, think critically and creatively, and grow as confident communicators ready to share their perspectives with a broader community.

ASSOCIATED RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and manage Upper School student newspaper and yearbook programs, ensuring consistent publication schedules, high editorial standards, and meaningful student engagement.
Design, develop, and sustain innovative co-curricular offerings in modern media, including (but not limited to) podcasting, digital storytelling, and sports broadcasting.
Mentor students in core journalistic and media production skills, including interviewing, reporting, writing, editing, fact-checking, ethical decision-making, and multimedia storytelling.
Cultivate student leadership by developing editorial boards and production teams, empowering students to take ownership of content creation and program direction in ways that reflect real-world media environments.
Foster an inclusive, collaborative environment that welcomes students of all experience levels and encourages growth, creativity, and confidence.
Partner with faculty, coaches, and administrators to identify and elevate compelling stories, helping integrate student media into the broader life and culture of the school.
Utilize and teach current media tools and technologies, including audio and video production software, publishing platforms, and Google Workspace, to support high-quality student work.
Collaborate with the Communications Office to ensure alignment with school branding and messaging, while preserving authentic student voice.
Communicate clearly, promptly, and professionally with students, families, and colleagues.
Adhere to all policies and expectations outlined in the Employee Handbook and relevant divisional handbooks.
Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned in support of the school’s mission and programmatic needs
Perform other duties as assigned.