InstructionalTechnologySpecialist

Job Title: Instructional Technology Specialist Position Function: Ensures technology positively impacts student achievement through curriculum integration and staff development. Models effective, efficient, legal and ethical use of technology throughout the building. Provides level one technical support for staff/students. Essential Performance Responsibilities: Provides on-going staff/student training opportunities with instructional uses of technology; data backup; virus updates and scanning on workstations; how to use the network drives and directories and basic troubleshooting skills Attends professional development to stay current with technology and attend monthly technology meetings Servers as a resource for staff and administration for purchasing of technology to raise student achievement Provides building leadership to staff and administration for usage of various instructional technologies to raise student achievement Serves as a resource for troubleshooting technology systems issues (hardware, network, software) by understanding of site network topology and to work with Macintosh and PC computers Provides support to teachers through coaching, co-teaching and co-planning with meaningful integration of technology into classroom instruction and project based learning activities Collaborates with district coaches and specialists on projects and delivery of professional development Additional Duties: Assists with additional duties as assigned by Supervisor. Equipment: This position may require the ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use. Travel: Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required. Physical and Mental Demands: Regular attendance is essential Demonstrates initiative working independently and with groups Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong people and communication skills Will