Lead YMA Instructional Coach

Part-time - Entry Level

Carson, CA

About the position

The Lead YMA Instructional Coach is responsible for administering the Young Moviemakers of America (YMA) curriculum at a designated site. This role involves implementing the YMA curriculum and instructional plan effectively, maintaining a positive learning environment, and mentoring students in film production skills. The coach will collaborate with industry professionals and provide hands-on learning experiences that foster creativity and technical skills in filmmaking.

Responsibilities

• Administer the YMA curriculum at a site.
• Complete the YMA Instructional Coach workshop.
• Implement the YMA curriculum and instructional plan effectively.
• Maintain a positive and safe learning environment for all YMA filmmakers.
• Teach technical skills related to movie topics, camera operation, sound recording, lighting, audio, outlining, storyboarding, film production, and editing.
• Design hands-on learning experiences using the YMA Instructional Model.
• Provide frequent feedback to YMA filmmakers on their work, including critiques and grading assignments.
• Coordinate instructional plans, field trips, and production days with the YMA Executive Management Team and partner organizations.
• Collaborate with local filmmakers and production companies to provide real-world insights.
• Mentor students and provide guidance as they develop their skills.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and new technologies in film production.
• Encourage creativity in YMA filmmakers and help them develop their unique style.
• Embed efficacy-building strategies into lessons for skill mastery.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and grades.

Requirements

• Associate of Arts Degree or higher (recommended minimum requirement).
• College credit in film and video production (preferred).
• Experience in film production.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of film theory and production.
• Knowledge of high-end digital cameras (preferably BlackMagic), lighting, audio engineering, and editing.
• Ability to work with school-age children in a classroom setting.
• Ability to manage and organize classroom equipment.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations.
• Ability to maintain a positive and safe learning environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Blackboard and LMS systems.
• Mid-level video production skills.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $65 to $75.
• Flexible part-time hours (4 - 24 hours per week).
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on education.