Technology Specialist & Teacher

Job Overview
The Technology Specialist & Teacher collaborates extensively with the technology team to provide support and to develop and implement an effective media and technology program in order to  provide all students with access to technology. Technology support is provided through performance of user administration, hardware and software support, and maintenance of server and network  environments. The Technology Specialist serves as a curriculum consultant to teachers and related service providers who are seeking strategies and tools to integrate technology into classroom curriculum.  The Technology Specialist & Teacher is responsible for conducting 6 instructional classes to students per week.  Classes will be led at our SKILLs program.

Technology Support

• User administration for staff and students for email and active directory accounts
• Maintain hardware inventory
• Maintain software inventory and track software licenses
• Assist in maintenance of iPads and app purchases
• Installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Mac and PC desktop and laptop computers
• Assist with troubleshooting and maintenance of servers  
• Maintain staff data in IRIS system (emergency alert system)
• Configuration and  maintenance of printers, scanners and copiers
• Phone system support
• Maintain AV equipment and assist in setups for school assemblies and meetings
• Regular maintenance of smartboards and contact with vendor for support
• Keep up to date with technology changes in the field of education.  Provide staff development.
• Attend technology meetings

Technology Lab Instructor

• Teach one period of technology per week to 6 class cohorts (6 periods/week)
• Develop appropriate curriculum to meet needs of students
• Manage selection of new materials and resources in collaboration with the Cooke Director of Technology and Administration
• Communicate Technology Lab needs to administration
• Develop policies and procedures for student and faculty use of technology lab
• Plan classroom activities that promote appropriate technology knowledge acquisition for all students
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, materials, and resources to implement lesson plans
• Monitor all students’ safe and appropriate usage of technology

Technology Consultant

• Collaborate with teachers and related service providers to integrate technology within the classroom
• Offer techniques, strategies, and problem-solving advice regarding technology within the classroom (SMART boards, iPads, software, etc.)
• Serve as a resource regarding new opportunities related to using technology within the special education population
• Provide leadership in assessing, evaluating, and implementing information and instructional technologies
• Serve as a liaison for Faculty to Director of Technology regarding IT needs (e.g. hardware, software)

General Professional Responsibilities

• Arrive at school in a timely fashion
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance
• Utilize supervisor for guidance, discussions, collaboration, and self-growth
• Develop professional growth goals with supervisor and create and implement a plan to reach the agreed upon goals

Education and Prior Experience

• Knowledge and understanding of technology resources for schools is mandatory
• Master’s degree preferred
• New York State Teaching Certification preferred

Physical Requirements

Able to maintain the physical capacity required to navigate the school environment and to ensure the safety of the students; the ability to…

• walk, run, sit, and stand
• move rapidly forward, backward, and laterally
• bend and stoop
• push, pull, and lift
• lift and carry equipment of up to 30 lbs

All Cooke staff are responsible for developing a professional growth plan with their supervisor.  Staff training is an integral part of the Cooke school and as such is a requirement of the job.  All staff must at a minimum: attend all scheduled Staff Development activities throughout the year and participate in staff orientation scheduled for the last week in August.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement

The Cooke Center for Learning and Development provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Cooke Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Cooke Center for Learning and Development expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.  Improper interference with the ability of the Cooke Center’s employees to perform their expected job duties is not tolerated.Employment at the Cooke Center for Learning and Development

You must be authorized to work in the United States.  All Cooke staff members are requested to have fingerprint clearance through the NYC Department of Education.

Please submit your cover letter and resume as one PDF document.  Include the text Technology Specialist in the subject line along with your name (for example, Technology Specialist - Tom Riddle).  Please submit your salary requirements as well.  Mail to: humanresources@cookecenter.org.  Do not call.  No recruiters need submit.  Thank you.