Computer Technology Teacher

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Intermediate - Grades 4, 5

Date Posted:

7/15/2024

Location:

Lee A. Tolbert Community Academy

Position Purpose

- Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' skills and competence in the use of technology.

Essential Functions

- Develops and administers technology education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives; develops technology units to be delivered in the classroom or technology lab.

- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.

- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, and utilizes appropriate equipment for subject area; translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.

- Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of technical skills to everyday existence; guides students in the selection of projects.

- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.

- Maintains familiarity with district and Kansas State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.

- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

- Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

- Maintains inventory records; ensures machines and equipment are in proper working order.

Additional Duties

- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

- Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Work Schedule

- Standard teacher work schedule.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.

- In-dept knowledge of, and ability to use, MS Office Standard (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).

- Knowledge of PC and MAC hardware and software.

- Knowledge of a wide range of industrial, technical and technology-related subject areas, as well as best practices in incorporating technology into student learning activities.

- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

- Ability to organize and coordinate work.

- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

- Works in standard office and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License:

- Kansas State Certification as a Computer/Technology Education Teacher perferred.

Education:

- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Experience:

- Successful prior teaching experience preferred.

FLSA Status: Exempt