What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lower School Technology Facilitator position at The Steward School?
The Steward School seeks an enthusiastic and committed Lower
School (LS) Technology Facilitator to act as a pedagogical consultant and
instructional coach for integration of technology in the classroom for the
2026-2027 academic year. This role is designed for an educator who understands
the developmental needs of young learners and can bridge the gap between core
curriculum and meaningful, balanced technology use. This is a ten-month,
full-time, fully benefited faculty position reporting to the Director of Lower
School.
Responsibilities
Brainstorm
and develop creative projects that integrate technology into core subjects such
as language arts, math, science, and social studies.
Team
teach with LS faculty to model the effective use of technology tools and
classroom management in a digital environment.
Serve as
the primary "first line of support" for LS teachers and students,
troubleshooting hardware and software issues immediately to minimize
instructional downtime.
Assist
with technology support during standardized testing.
Research
and implement specialized tools and apps specifically designed to support early
childhood developmental milestones and 21st-century skills.
Develop
and lead age-appropriate lessons for young students on data privacy, security,
digital citizenship, and online safety (COPPA/FERPA compliance).
Develop
and lead age-appropriate lessons for young students on computational thinking
and robotics.
Guide LS
faculty in the ethical exploration of AI tools for productivity and
personalized learning.
Manage
and support digital portfolio systems (like SeeSaw or Google Workspace) to help
LS students document their learning progress throughout the year.
Maintain
a central repository of LS resources, ensuring teachers have easy access to
vetted, age-appropriate technology materials and lesson ideas.
Assist
with creating content for the school website or hosting sessions during
"Back to School Night" to help parents understand the LS technology
scope and sequence.
Sponsor
LS-specific extracurricular activities that extend beyond the classroom
curriculum.
Create
and share a series of "Tech Tips" or video tutorials focused on tools
commonly used in Lower School, such as SeeSaw, Book Creator, Blackbaud or
interactive flat panels.
Qualifications And Experience
Bachelor’s
degree is required.
Preferred
candidate will have elementary classroom instruction experience with a deep
understanding of classroom management and self-regulation for younger students.
Technological
proficiency in the classroom, including iPads, Seesaw, Google Educational apps,
and interactive flat panels.
Familiarity
with early-childhood STEM tools such as ScratchJr or other age-appropriate
robotics.
Strong
communication, collaboration, and consultative skills to work effectively with
adults in the building.
Growth
mindset and willingness to pursue ongoing professional development.
An
understanding of and passion for equity and inclusion.
The
ability to design curriculum, instruction, and assessment for a diverse
community of learners.
Compensation
and Benefits:
Commensurate
with experience and education.
Comprehensive
benefits package available.
Interested candidates should upload their resume and cover
letter as part of the online employment application. Please reference “Lower
School Technology Facilitator” as the position you are interested in. No phone
calls for visits, please.
School (LS) Technology Facilitator to act as a pedagogical consultant and
instructional coach for integration of technology in the classroom for the
2026-2027 academic year. This role is designed for an educator who understands
the developmental needs of young learners and can bridge the gap between core
curriculum and meaningful, balanced technology use. This is a ten-month,
full-time, fully benefited faculty position reporting to the Director of Lower
School.
Responsibilities
Brainstorm
and develop creative projects that integrate technology into core subjects such
as language arts, math, science, and social studies.
Team
teach with LS faculty to model the effective use of technology tools and
classroom management in a digital environment.
Serve as
the primary "first line of support" for LS teachers and students,
troubleshooting hardware and software issues immediately to minimize
instructional downtime.
Assist
with technology support during standardized testing.
Research
and implement specialized tools and apps specifically designed to support early
childhood developmental milestones and 21st-century skills.
Develop
and lead age-appropriate lessons for young students on data privacy, security,
digital citizenship, and online safety (COPPA/FERPA compliance).
Develop
and lead age-appropriate lessons for young students on computational thinking
and robotics.
Guide LS
faculty in the ethical exploration of AI tools for productivity and
personalized learning.
Manage
and support digital portfolio systems (like SeeSaw or Google Workspace) to help
LS students document their learning progress throughout the year.
Maintain
a central repository of LS resources, ensuring teachers have easy access to
vetted, age-appropriate technology materials and lesson ideas.
Assist
with creating content for the school website or hosting sessions during
"Back to School Night" to help parents understand the LS technology
scope and sequence.
Sponsor
LS-specific extracurricular activities that extend beyond the classroom
curriculum.
Create
and share a series of "Tech Tips" or video tutorials focused on tools
commonly used in Lower School, such as SeeSaw, Book Creator, Blackbaud or
interactive flat panels.
Qualifications And Experience
Bachelor’s
degree is required.
Preferred
candidate will have elementary classroom instruction experience with a deep
understanding of classroom management and self-regulation for younger students.
Technological
proficiency in the classroom, including iPads, Seesaw, Google Educational apps,
and interactive flat panels.
Familiarity
with early-childhood STEM tools such as ScratchJr or other age-appropriate
robotics.
Strong
communication, collaboration, and consultative skills to work effectively with
adults in the building.
Growth
mindset and willingness to pursue ongoing professional development.
An
understanding of and passion for equity and inclusion.
The
ability to design curriculum, instruction, and assessment for a diverse
community of learners.
Compensation
and Benefits:
Commensurate
with experience and education.
Comprehensive
benefits package available.
Interested candidates should upload their resume and cover
letter as part of the online employment application. Please reference “Lower
School Technology Facilitator” as the position you are interested in. No phone
calls for visits, please.