Instructional Technology Specialist

Serve as an instructional technology partner to enhance and improve the overall curriculum and instructional program through the implementation of an ongoing technology integration, curriculum and professional development program designed to improve the effective use of technology in SSISD by students and staff. Facilitate effective use of the one to one device initiative.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree

Valid Texas teaching certificate

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Knowledge of best practices in curriculum, assessment, instruction and instructional technology

Experience using technology to improve teaching and learning

Knowledge of effective design and presentation strategies for professional learning

Ability to enhance instruction by integrating technology into all subjects and grade levels of the curriculum

Knowledge of variety of instructional strategies

Ability to perform in Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook

Experience using interactive boards, student response systems, video conference systems, iPads and appropriate applications

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience

Instructional Technology support role (preferred, not required)

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Curriculum/Research:

• Collaborate with the curriculum, professional learning, other administrative departments and campuses in the use of technology to improve student learning
• Work collaboratively to plan and conduct appropriate training to support educational technology resources
• Serve on assigned district committees and participate in the planning and evaluation process using established district criteria
• Participate in professional development opportunities to keep current with emerging technologies to develop and maintain expertise
• Maintain membership in professional organizations as well as attend and present at conferences and training workshops
• Work in collaboration with district and campus staff to develop a district implementation plan for department initiatives
• Provide opportunities for collaboration and communication between the Curriculum & Instruction and the Technology Departments
• Assist in developing instructional processes to ensure that technology integration activities are related to program outcomes
• Work with the district technology team to implement the one to one program on each campus
• Initiate programs supporting best practices for the 21^st Century Classroom
• Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in the classroom that integrates technology   Technical/Training:
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• Provide effective educational technology practices through mentoring, training, planning and professional growth opportunities
• Report any vandalism, illegal use of hardware or software, or missing technology equipmentSchool/Organization Climate:
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• Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations
• Support and model a positive climate
• Demonstrate high expectations of students and staff
• Assess and respond to any needs related to job responsibilities
• Cooperate and collaborate with principals, academic specialists, and team leaders to determine the appropriate use of technology for instructions in all subject areas and for management functionsProfessional Growth and Development:
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• Participate in professional development and training programs to enhance skills
• Actively seek and use evaluative feedback from peers, subordinates, and superordinates regarding performance
• Stay abreast of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies
• Observe professional ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Texas Education Agency Code of EthicsSchool/Community Relations:
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• Articulate the district’s mission, philosophy, and implementation strategies to the community and solicit support in the realization of these goals as they pertain to technology application courses, the use of an automated curriculum, and the use of technology to enhance learning
• Demonstrate awareness of district/community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs
• Project a positive image to the school and the communityOther:
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• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents as required
• Submit and make presentations at professional conferences and workshops
• Perform other duties as assignedWORKING CONDITIONSMental Demands:
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• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress; coordinate district support function
• Ability to function in a fast-paced and stressful environment and maintain emotion controlPhysical Demands/Environmental Factors:
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• Working with computers in various school settings including student laptops
• High level of energy required
• Frequent district-wide travel and occasional statewide travel
• Occasional prolonged and irregular hours
• Lifting boxes