Primary Purpose:
To support teachers with the planning and integration of technology in academic settings, train and support teachers to use technology in an effective manner, and assist with curriculum development as it relates to educational technology.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification
Appropriate Teacher Certification
Master’s Degree preferred in Instructional Technology or related field
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of effective digital learning tools
Strong leadership and collaboration skills
Exceptional knowledge of effective technology integration strategies
Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners
Exceptional knowledge of effective instructional practices
Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation
Ability to deliver articulate presentations and written reports
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Experience
Minimum of five years successful K-12 classroom teaching experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Program
- Collaborate with classroom teachers and instructional coaches to design and implement lessons and units of instruction, and assess student learning and technology instructional effectiveness.
- Communicate and demonstrate differentiated and personalized instructional practices designed with 21st century skills in mind that result in student growth.
- Facilitate technology integration based on current research and District initiatives throughout the total instructional program.
- Co-teach and model integrated lessons.
- Conduct regular meetings with classroom teachers to plan the integration of technology into core instruction.
- Assist with the identification, selection, and development of resources to support learning.
- Instruct and support teachers with curriculum software, traditional resources, and classroom/curriculum/instructional related technologies.
- Attend faculty meetings to share pertinent information relevant to instructional technology.
Professional Development
9. Plan and provide in-service training and follow-up coaching to assist classroom teachers in the use of instructional
technology in their classrooms.
10. Work with teachers individually, in collaborative teams, and/or with departments, providing practical support on a full
range of technology integration strategies.
11. Observe and provide feedback to teachers on instruction related to technology integration.
12. Participate in district level in-service meetings and assist in the coordination of district level in-service offerings.
13. Continue professional growth and strengthen professional teaching knowledge, skills, and strategies through an ongoing
program of workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework.
14. Plan and provide staff development for teachers, volunteers, parents, paraprofessionals, administrators, and other
appropriate personnel as needed.
Professional Responsibilities
15. Encourage ongoing professional growth for all teachers through the development of a Professional Learning Network.
16. Maintain and promptly submit accurate, complete, and correct records and report as required by law, by grant
regulations, by district policy, and by administrative directives.
17. Establish rapport with faculty and staff.
18. Assist and/or provide staff development on weekends, evenings, and/or summer dates.
19. Work to promote productive relationships with and among school staff.
20. Attend and participate in all required meetings.
21. Uphold school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policies.
22. Take all reasonable and necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, and facilities.
Public Relations
23. Serve as part of a district-wide committee in developing activities and programs to disseminate information.
24. Maintain and model effective use of social media to promote the district-wide technology initiatives.
Other
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress |