TITLE:  Educational Technology Specialist

REPORTS TO:  Superintendent/Designee

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s degree in education supplemented by specialized computer courses and 3 to 5 years of experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides input in the development of a system-wide and building level programs that enables students to use technology as learning tools. Investigates and disseminates information on best practices for technology integration, sources of information on trends, research and applications related to technology use in the school program.

Teaches demonstration lessons with the teacher taking over class instruction after the demonstration. Is an effective model/leader of the ongoing program.

Gathers information documenting the effectiveness of the program, interprets this information, and provides constructive input in evaluation of the program.

Provides training to teachers in the use of current technology to meet curriculum goals.

Provides training to teachers in computer competencies.

Provides training to teachers to ensure integration of student computer competencies as outlined by the state.

Participates in the development of activities that help integrate technology into various curriculum areas at the local and state level.

Maintains current knowledge of technology and instructional practices that relate to the use of technology.

Provides resource information relating to new techniques and practices that relate to the use of technology and that enable students to use technology as a learning tool.

Teaches formal workshops for renewal credit and mini-sessions on single topics for the staff of assigned schools.

Communicates with school and district personnel, parents, and community to share information about the technology program.

Serves as liaison between the district and local, state, and federal agencies.

Assists in the development and implementation of technology professional development.

Works with the school media persons to maintain accurate records involving computer use, inventory and maintenance.

Assesses the needs and plans for new technology of assigned schools and communicates these to the appropriate personnel or technology committee.

Follows ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by professional organizations and/or federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.

Provides assistance in the selection, ordering, receiving, and installing new equipment and software.

Communicates with technology vendors.

Assists school personnel in securing supplies for classroom and lab use.

Facilitates the use of computer labs.

Troubleshoots software problems, and recommends repairs as needed.

Supports the use of computers in classrooms.