Tri-County Primary and Intermediate School Instruction and Technology Specialist

Job Purpose Statement: The purpose of the Instruction and Technology Specialist (ITS) is to coach and mentor teachers to enhance their instruction, integrating impactful research-based strategies and meaningful technology tools.

Minimum Qualifications: Valid Teaching License, 5 years of classroom teaching experience.

Evaluated By: Building Administrators, with input from the Technology Director, using the modified Technology Integration Specialist RISE Rubric

Position Location: Tri-County Primary and Intermediate School

Desired Skills:

• Deep knowledge of and experience in instructional strategies and assessment-driven instruction.
• Technologically proficient
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Innovative.
• Ability to effectively train and collaborate with faculty
• Ability to multitask and manage time.
• Ability to work with teachers and students of all ages.

Key Performance Responsibilities:

• Effectively use and provide support for current, district-provided technology (both hardware and software applications) and instructional practices in the classroom, including classroom visits to help coach/mentor staff.

• Collaborate with teachers and administration in individual or team meetings for the purpose of better understanding learning goals and developing training on the use of instructional resources.

• Assess and identify teacher needs and recommend appropriate strategies to support instruction in the classroom.

• Explore online or other instructional technology resources to improve classroom instruction and enhance student learning opportunities.

• Pursue opportunities (attend professional organization meetings, webinars, and technology department meetings) to improve knowledge and practice and seek professional development opportunities.

• Research student and staff data privacy and terms of use for current and new online resources.

• Works with Building Administrators, Technology Director, and Tri-County ITS to develop relevant parent communication (social media posts, meeting/event presentations, etc).

• Coordinates with building administration, counselors, and the Technology Director to develop relevant technology literacy skills or classroom lessons for Digital Learning Week and CyberSecurity Safety Month.

• Facilitate or conduct technology-focused professional learning for school and district staff.

• Help maintain the corporation's social media

• Assist with the vetting/evaluation process of potential curriculum adoption materials and participate in the implementation training with the staff of adopted curriculum resources in order to train/support staff implementation.

• Provide support in creating or reviewing student assessments and analyzing student assessment data. Assist teachers with designing instructional decisions based on assessment data.

• Assist teachers in obtaining or creating materials that are in alignment with curriculum.

• Model effective, differentiated instruction when requested.

• Provide encouragement and support to teachers.

• Encourage ongoing professional growth for all teachers. Develop and maintain a confidential, collegial relationship with teachers.

• Maintains high ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students