Purpose Statement

Under the direction of the Principal, the Innovative Digital Learning Teacher serves as a facilitator of learning

in a Verizon Innovative Learning School – Digital Promise during the duration of the grant and is contingent

on grant funding. The Innovative Digital Learning Teacherprovides teachers with the pedagogical support to

effectively leverage technology in the classroom for optimal learning.

Essential Functions

Supports and challenges teachers and leaders to fulfill their vision, and advocates to improve

student achievement by engaging students in the learning process, personalizing learning, etc.

Works to ensure that every teacher in the building has the opportunity to become proficient in

leveraging technology in the classroom to access deeper learning through rigorous and relevant

lessons.

Collaborates with staff and school leadership to develop and execute strategic plans.

Collaborates with national Digital Promise staff on weekly tracking and reporting of progress on

program implementation.

Leads and supports the faculty in the integration of effective uses of digital technology through a

consistent pattern of strategic outreach and informal support.

Collaborates with teachers in composing effective technology-infused, content-based lessons, and

support teachers as they implement these lessons in their classrooms. In addition, helping teachers

reflect upon and improve lessons.

Promotes a strong learning culture among all project participants using the Professional Learning

Communities process.

Participates in ongoing professional development related to job responsibilities and maintaining

expertise in the field.

Promotes model instructional practices and the role of technology in them.

Collaboratively develops engaging lessons with faculty and provides support through classroom

observations, modeling, and co-teaching.

Provides assistance and training to instructional staff in the integration of technology to support

student achievement. This includes planning and implementing job-embedded professional

development and workshops for individuals, small groups, and large groups.

Nurtures and grows student opportunities for leadership in technology and STEM.

Periodically collects data on levels of technology integration via classroom observations to inform

professional learning supports.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily

perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining productive, collaborative relationships

with others; relates to students and staff with mutual respect while carrying out integrative technology

lessons and professional development; models district standards of ethics, confidentiality and

professionalism; meets schedules and deadlines; plans and organizes work; follows through with directives;

uses effective interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy.

KNOWLEDGE is required to interpret and apply procedures, processes, and policies as appropriate;

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knowledge of best practices in curriculum, instruction and assessment and methods of supporting and

extending integrative technology in instruction and student learning; can read, interpret, and apply and

explain rules, policies and procedures.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods,

leading, guiding, and facilitating learning of others. Utilizing resources from other work units is often required

to perform the job’s functions.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:

lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and fine finger dexterity.

Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 30% walking, 60% standing. The job is performed under minimal

temperature variations and in generally hazard free environment.

Experience: A minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience in appropriate content areas and

effective use of integrating technology in instruction and student learning. Technology

Integration Professional Learning required.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Equivalency None Specified