Assistant Newspaper Advisor

Independent School District No. 834 Position Assistant Newspaper Advisor (Job ID: 11100) Location Stillwater Area High School Purpose of the Activity To assist students and the head newspaper advisor with informing, engaging and inspiring the school community through producing accurate, creative, and student‑driven journalism. Qualifications Background in journalism, English, communications, media, or a related field Experience with editing, writing, or publication production Strong organizational and interpersonal skills Comfort with basic web & design platforms or willingness to learn Enthusiasm for working with teenagers in a collaborative creative setting Responsibilities Collaborate with adviser, student editors and writers to review and edit content across print and digital platforms Support students in publishing articles, photos, and videos on the online news site Assist with layout and design of print pages (Adobe InDesign experience helpful but not required) Oversee advertisement sales, billing, and communication with local business sponsors In addition to remote duties, attend after‑school sessions (approximately 40‑45 hours per semester) Serve as a mentor and supportive presence in a fast‑paced, student‑led newsroom Length of Activity Approximately 40‑45 hours per semester, concentrated around six publication cycles Salary (Points) Class VI Co‑Curricular Advisor, $2,124.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr Stillwater Area Public Schools