Academic Technology Coordinator
Groton School, MA
Job Level
Mid-level position
Post Date
06/04/2016
Job Category
Coordinator
Sector
Job Status
Areas of Responsibility
As part of the Information Technology Department, the Academic Technology Coordinator analyzes and implements strategies to enhance academic programs through the innovative use of technology, works with faculty to understand the teaching/learning environment, reviews technological options related to teaching needs with faculty, and teaches faculty to use new technology. The Academic Technology Coordinator works closely with faculty, academic department heads and reports to the Chief Technology Officer.
• Provide coordinated leadership for the integration of technology in academic functions in association with the Chief Technology Officer.
• Collaborate with faculty to identify technologies that will enhance learning in support of using technological innovation to advance the academic mission of the School.
• Provide consulting, technical assistance and training to faculty working on instructional technology projects, e.g., development and use of Interactive whiteboard tools, interactive tutorials, electronic presentations, web resource site development and assessment tools.
• Coordinate, develop and organize programs; such as workshops, lecture and training series; to inform faculty on trends in instructional technology, methods for effective use of technology in teaching, and use of specialized tools.
• Evaluate and support academic technology tools such as course management systems, multimedia graphics tools, text and data analysis programs, visualization software, lab simulation tools and specialized databases.
• Develop web-based information resources and technology workshops supporting faculty and students in the use of technology resources. Develop relationships with library staff, academic departments and information technology staff to explore new hardware and software tools, obtain resources, and advocate needs that impact faculty and student use of academic technology.
• Work with library staff and other parts of the school to integrate academic technology tools into the learning environment.
• Review professional literature; network with academic technology professionals outside the school; and participates in activities to stay informed about trends in instructional technology in specific disciplines and across academia. Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with faculty to identify technologies that will enhance learning in support of using technological innovation to advance the academic mission of the School.
• Provide consulting, technical assistance and training to faculty working on instructional technology projects, e.g., development and use of Interactive whiteboard tools, interactive tutorials, electronic presentations, web resource site development and assessment tools.
• Coordinate, develop and organize programs; such as workshops, lecture and training series; to inform faculty on trends in instructional technology, methods for effective use of technology in teaching, and use of specialized tools.
• Evaluate and support academic technology tools such as course management systems, multimedia graphics tools, text and data analysis programs, visualization software, lab simulation tools and specialized databases.
• Develop web-based information resources and technology workshops supporting faculty and students in the use of technology resources. Develop relationships with library staff, academic departments and information technology staff to explore new hardware and software tools, obtain resources, and advocate needs that impact faculty and student use of academic technology.
• Work with library staff and other parts of the school to integrate academic technology tools into the learning environment.
• Review professional literature; network with academic technology professionals outside the school; and participates in activities to stay informed about trends in instructional technology in specific disciplines and across academia. Perform other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in education or instructional technology, or a directly related field.
Bachelor's degree in education or instructional technology, or a directly related field.
EXPERIENCE
At least three years’ experience in educational technology supporting faculty within an academic environment required. Experience identifying pedagogical needs and integrating technological solutions required. Experience developing and delivering technical training to an audience with varying levels of technical understanding is essential.
At least three years’ experience in educational technology supporting faculty within an academic environment required. Experience identifying pedagogical needs and integrating technological solutions required. Experience developing and delivering technical training to an audience with varying levels of technical understanding is essential.
Please send resume to jobs@groton.org and reference Academic in the subject line.
Groton is an equal opportunity employer.