Position Type:
Technology Support/Technology Integration Specialist

Date Posted:
4/2/2024

Location:
Woodland Intermediate School

Date Available:
08/19/2024

Closing Date:
When filled

1105 North Hunt Club Road
Gurnee, Illinois 60031
Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and educational environment by hiring individuals who support and contribute to the diversity and excellence of our student and academic programs through their teaching and service to our students, parents and the community we serve.
If you welcome inclusion, equity and diversity, have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students, embrace and celebrate the individuality of our student population with respect to race, ethnicity, and economic status, and seek to celebrate the cultures that contribute to making our district so rich, please join our team! Minority candidates encouraged to apply.
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Position Type: Certified Support

Date Posted: April 2, 2024

Location: Woodland Intermediate School

Date Available: August 19, 2024 (plus seven days of New Teacher Orientation - August 6 - 9, 2024 and August 14 - 16, 2024)

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Specialist develops and implements the strategic vision in all areas of instructional technology for the district by working with educators and school administrators to ensure that the technology programs and services meet educational needs that align with the district's goals and initiatives. The Specialist will facilitate the integration of digital tools and best practices into curriculum and administrative systems. Integrating Woodland's Equity and Inclusion practices into all areas of educational technology. The Specialist oversees staff development opportunities to meet the diverse learning needs of staff as it relates to integrating technology into academic programming.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. License: Illinois Professional Educator License with a Technology Specialist Endorsement
2. Education:
   1. Required - Bachelor's Degree in Technology Integration or equivalent
   2. Preferred - Master's Degree in Technology Integration or equivalent
3. Experience:
   1. Required - Five (5) years of successful classroom teacher or technology specialist experience at the elementary and/or middle school level, plus professional development experience.
   2. Preferred - Five (5) years of successful classroom teacher or technology specialist experience at the elementary and/or middle school level, plus professional development experience. Experience in a public-school setting.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Leads, develops and enhances technology practices of all educational staff in the implementation of innovative technology infused, and content-based lessons in support of the Illinois Learning Standards.
2. Maintains and manages the Makerspace and collaborates with teachers on using resources within that space.
3. Maintains constant monitoring of national best practice models in technology integration in curriculum, interventions and instructional methodologies and aligns Woodland's practices to these models.
4. Collaborates with the educational staff on the implementation Woodland's technology curriculum based upon the NETS standards.
5. Maintains electronic learning resources for teachers, staff and students including: web sites, tutorials, instructional videos, interactive programs and databases for integrating technology.
6. Proactively provides direct consistent assistance and training to school instructional staff in the integration of technology to support student achievement.
7. Regularly develops small group training sessions and video tutorials for new, innovative and common instructional technologies.
8. Develops tutorials and training sessions to help staff navigate internet/network-based intervention, assessment and data management sites.
9. Assists in the creation, maintenance and integration of the district technology plan and future budgetary planning.
10. Develops long range technology goals in with school staff and the technology department for exploring and implementing technology innovation in the district.
11. Applies for technology related grants and community outreach projects based upon district needs.
12. Assists in writing and updating of district technology plan and policies.
13. Participates in team, department, school and district level meetings, and administrative meetings to assist in technology integration for district needs.
14. Researches best practices in content areas and teaching methodologies to proactively recommend technology enhancements for instructional plans and activities to meet the needs of Woodland students.
15. Researches best practices of effective management methods to proactively recommend technology enhancements for administrative staff.
16. Contributes and models a positive school climate through the support of the district's Strategic Plan and Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) program.
OTHER PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist in other areas as needed.
2. Complete other duties as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Planning and Preparation - Responsible for demonstrating knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and has the ability to assess students learning.
2. Classroom Environment - Responsible for creating an environment of respect and establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages student's behavior, and has the ability to organize physical space.
3. Instruction - Communicates clearly and accurately, uses questioning and discussion techniques, engages students in learning, provides feedback to students, and demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.
4. Professional Responsibility - Reflects on teaching, must maintain accurate records, communicates professionally, contributes to the school and district, grows and develops professionally, and shows professionalism.

Technical: Must be able to utilized a white board/smartboard, iPads with various apps, online assessment tools, Microsoft Office and Google programs, and district email/voicemail systems.

Interpersonal: Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, businesses and community. Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff, and administration, etc. Must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff. Must have the ability to lead and support paraprofessional staff in the classroom and collaborate with all related service providers. Must exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people. Must have strong organizational skills.

DISTRICT CORE COMPETENCIES:
1. Support the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across the entire school community.
2. Welcomes inclusion, equity and diversity.
3. Have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students.
4. Understanding that your identity may be different than students, parents, and staff, you are willing to put those differences aside for the success of all students.
5. Regardless of the identities of students, staff, or parents, works collaboratively to build a successful relationship with them.
6. Willingly anticipate, identify and adopt change.
7. Engage in all job-related interactions and activities, with contacts from within and outside the District, in a courteous and professional manner.
8. Communicate with styles that are approachable and respectful.
9. Participate in professional development and training to become more effective and efficient.
10. Take initiative to manage multiple tasks.
11. Effectively organize work to be as productive as possible.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordination performance.

Physical Effort: Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods.

Working Conditions: Some exposure to definitely disagreeable elements may exist, i.e., temperature changes, use of steps/stairs, walking long distances throughout the building, etc.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-Time 10 Month 185 days Union Position; Exempt Status; Monday thru Friday; 8:20 AM - 3:55 PM

SALARY RANGE: Based on experience and education as defined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
HOW TO APPLY: Internal applicants should apply online and attach a resume to the online application. External applicants should apply online and attach three letters of recommendations and resume to the online application at www.dist50.net. All applicants must be willing to interview in person and demonstrate skills through a situational analysis. Applicants will be contacted within three weeks if invited for an interview. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Further information regarding this position may be obtained by contacting:

CONTACT PERSON:
Ms. Sheri Styczen
Director of Technology & Innovation
sstyczen@dist50.net
(847) 596-5628

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications reviewed upon receipt

Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or other legally protected categories. The Associate Superintendent of Educational Services (847-596-5631) addresses questions regarding student discrimination and serves as the District's Title IX Coordinator, and the Executive Director of Human Resources (847-596-5640) answers questions concerning employment discrimination.
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