Instructional Technology Specialist jobs in Lynchburg, VA

HARRISONBURG CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Provide leadership in the ongoing development and improvement of programs and services to increase technology awareness and effective use throughout the curriculum to address the diverse learning needs of all students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Graduate from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree with an emphasis in instructional technology preferred, but not required).
2. Possess a minimum of a valid Collegiate Professional teaching license from the Virginia Department of Education. 
3. A minimum of three years of successful teaching experience with proficiency in the use of a wide variety of up-to-date technology-related instructional equipment.
4. Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
5. Familiarity with equity and inclusion frameworks.  Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities.  Respects the worth, dignity and individual differences of others.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present to diverse audiences to foster professional relationships and express and/or exchange ideas.  
7. Excellent interpersonal skills.
8. Proficiency in the use of a variety of office/instructional equipment and technology with experience using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and email.
9. Demonstrated leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provides support to all classroom teachers through collaboration, coaching and/or modeling for the effective integration of technology tools and resources to support instruction in the classroom.
2. Promotes the use of technology in the core curriculum program to address the diverse learning needs of all students.
3. Coordinates the development of a technology-related curriculum to address the diverse learning needs of all students.
4. Coordinates school-community technology projects.
5. Selects and develops technology-enhanced materials and resources related to the educational program to address the diverse learning needs of all students.
6. Stays informed of new technology and computer science SOLs, updates to our digital educational programs and applications, and equipment.
7. Examines and recommends technology materials to appropriate school personnel.
8. Provides leadership in developing and promoting technology educational objectives to address the diverse learning needs of all students.
9. Participates in the development and implementation of technology professional development, including workshops for students and staff.
10. Participates in staff development of self and others, including school and division staff development, some of which occurs during the summer.
11. Performs all duties while exemplifying proper use of technology and abiding by the Acceptable Use Policy.
12. Works with division instructional supervisors to coordinate and implement technology resources to support the core curriculum.
13. Communicates with parents and the community the goals of technology in the school.
14. Reviews annually existing district license software for utility and cost-effectiveness.
15. Takes all industry standard precautions to protect students, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities.
16. Maintains appropriate state licensure; assumes responsibility for and participates in staff development (professional growth) and training to keep materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date.
17. Follows appropriate safety procedures and properly maintains equipment.
18. Actively participates in and attends all required meetings.
19. Maintains confidentiality when appropriate.
20. Complies with and supports school division policies, regulations, procedures, and the HCPS Strategic Plan.
21. Effectively performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Light work, lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently.  Regular travel throughout the school and effectively interact with students, staff, and community members.  Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.  Regular contact with staff members is required.  Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

EVALUATION:

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on the evaluation of licensed personnel.

The above is intended to describe the essential functions of and requirements for the performance of this position.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities and requirements of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and meet the demands of this position.