Technology Coordinator

Description & Details

The Boys’ Latin School of Maryland, an independent K-12 boys’ school, is seeking a Lower School Technology Coordinator for the 2019-2020 academic year. The technology coordinator will provide classroom instruction and technology coordination to kindergarten through fifth grade students and faculty. Ideal candidates will have teaching experience in a lower school setting, keen insight into elementary-aged boys, and comprehensive knowledge of the intellectual, social, emotional and physical developmental needs of lower school boys. The ideal candidates will also have a passion for leading and enhancing an already successful lower school technology program including a competitive robotics program.  

Responsibilites and skills

• Enrich and support teaching and learning while strengthening the technological skills of students, teachers, and staff.

• Assist teachers in using technology to assess student learning, differentiate instruction, and provide relevant and engaging learning experiences for all.

• Support faculty development by facilitating growth in academic uses of technology, best practices, and effective utilization strategies, including one-on-one instructional coaching and professional development workshops.

• Develop, integrate, and manage the lower school’s robotics program and competitive FIRST LEGO LEAGUE teams.

• Ensure curriculum alignment that promotes student proficiency in digital citizenship, coding, digital media, and ethical use of technology.

• Work as part of a school-wide technology team to guide and implement the appropriate use of classroom technology focusing on the needs of the Lower School.

• Collaborate with the Technology Director to develop both short-term and long-term technology plans that evaluate the effectiveness of the instructional technology program.

• Compile and maintain the physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required through the Blackbaud Student Information System.

• Develop a technology resource environment through the Blackbaud Learning Management System that can be easily accessed by teachers, non-instructional staff, students, and parents.  

• Support the use of the G Suite and SMARTBoards by teachers, non-instructional staff, and students.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree is required, while an advanced Educational Technology degree is preferred. The ideal candidate will have lower school teaching experience and proficiency with SMARTBoards , LEGO mindstorms software and EV3 robots. An interest in working with boys, an appreciation for single-sex education, and a willingness to be involved in all facets of school life will be valued. 

How to apply / Contact

Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and list of references with contact information to personnel@boyslatinmd.com