Instructional Technology
Specialist
School Overview:
Carroll School is a dynamic independent day school
for elementary and middle school students who have been diagnosed with
language-based learning disabilities, such as dyslexia.
Position Summary:
Reporting
to the Director of Technology, the Instructional Technology Specialist provides
instruction, training, and resources in order to facilitate the use of
technology in the classroom that will increase teacher use and proficiency
level. This Specialist provides input in the development of system-wide and
building level programs that enables students to use technology as a learning
tool. Also this position 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.
Responsibilities:
- Assists in the development and implementation of
technology professional development including workshops and courses to
teachers for both administrative and educational purposes.
- Collaborates with teachers and other IT staff to
develop curriculum materials and specific lesson plans that integrate
technology.
- Ensures Technology Literacy Standards are integrated
into the curriculum and ensures support for the teacher for a successful
transition.
- Gathers information documenting the effectiveness of
the program, interprets this information, and provides constructive input
in evaluation of the program.
- 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.
- Communicates with school personnel to share
information about the technology program and models the use of technology
in the classroom environment.
- Assesses the needs and plans for new technology of
assigned schools and communicates these to the appropriate personnel.
- Assists in assessing technology competencies in both
teaching staff and students.
- Reviews and evaluates new commercial software and
communicates such evaluation to the Director of Technology making
recommendations for purchase.
- Maintains current knowledge of technology in
education and instructional practices that relate to the use of
technology.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director
of Technology.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University
- Experience with technology curriculum and
instruction
- One to three years computer lab or equivalent
experience
- Three to five years classroom technology integration
- Knowledge of effective design and
presentation strategies for staff development
- Experience using technology to improve teaching and
learning
- Excellent organization, communication and
interpersonal skills
- Excellent knowledge of computer applications ability
to develop and deliver technology instruction
- Knowledge of computer hardware and software
- Ability to teach adult learners
- Ability to work well with staff and students
- Ability to work independently and/or within a team
The Carroll School offers a competitive salary
& benefits package as well as professional development opportunities. The Carroll School is an equal opportunity
employer.
Interested
candidates should email cover letter, resume and letters of recommendation to: jobs@carrollschool.org or via mail to: Human Resources, 25 Baker Bridge Road, Lincoln, MA 01773