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Job Summary

TITLE: Instructional Technology Specialist (District-wide position)

REPORTS TO: Director(s) of Curriculum and Instruction

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 Months (240 days)

SALARY: Based Upon District 12-month Certified Salary Schedule

Deadline for receiving applications: Until Position is Filled

QUALIFACTIONS:

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred in one of the following areas: Instructional Technology, Library Media Sciences, or Curriculum and Instruction

Valid Alabama Teacher Certification is preferred

Minimum of 3 years teaching, media specialist, or instructional technology experience

Proficiency with learning management system (LMS), multimedia creation tools, and instructional design software

Possess strong leadership traits with the ability to provide direction and guidance

Experience in the creation and delivery of technology rich professional development

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work with people of all ages and levels of technical skills while maintaining a positive and patient attitude

Well informed, efficient, and effective in selecting, using, and troubleshooting various technological devices and internal/web/cloud based applications

Takes initiative, detail oriented, and is highly organized RESPONSIBILITIES:

Be a technology leader that supports learning

Stay current in new and emerging technologies and uses of technology in education

Provides support and troubleshooting for the LMS, ensuring seamless course delivery and system optimization

Collaborate with technology director and school administrators to assess, create and implement technology integration based on school and district plan

Assist faculty and staff in selecting and implementing educational technology tools to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes

Facilitate the selection, installation, and start-up of all educational technology systems and equipment

Plan and implement technology-enriched workshops, training sessions and one-on-one coaching to help educators effectively incorporate technology into their curriculum

Participate with technology and curriculum and instruction teams to identify instructional goals and objectives and to develop long range plans to accomplish them

Administer technology related surveys and evaluate results data provided by district

Coordinate all resources needed to ensure the proper use and integration of technology

Assist in developing and managing local school technology plan, budget, and inventory

Attend required meetings and other professional development opportunities

Provide technical support for new and existing software used by students and staff

Required to have prompt, regular attendance during normal business hours

Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements: Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with evaluation procedures and Board policy.

Please Note: All candidates must submit to a background check. Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Anniston City Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Anniston City Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the hiring manager or HR office.