Position Title:       Education Technology Specialist

• Works with Lower and Upper principals, supervisors and teachers to develop and implement school’s technology plan for the instructional use of computers. 
• Provides workshops for renewal credit and mini-sessions on single topics for the staff of assigned schools.
• Assists in the development and implementation of technology professional development.
• Assesses the needs and plans for new technology co-chair committee of assigned schools and communicates these to the appropriate personnel or technology committee.
• Uses data to design technology-based instructional strategies.
• Assesses levels of teacher technology understanding, skills, and integration within the classroom.
• Develops and review instructional technology practices (Zoom, Apps, Google classroom, etc.).
• Recommends hardware, software, and related resources.
• Works with Information Technology System Supervisor to secure adequate resources for instructional computing; including E-Rate funding.
• Works with school administration and faculty to recommend appropriate and relevant grants for implementation of technology related educational program.
• Develops, implements, and periodically evaluates the school technology in-service plan to identify and develop resource people at every grade level who can provide leadership in working to accomplish the instructional technology plan; to help all teachers to become functionally computer literate and learn their roles in accomplishing the technology plan.
• Coordinates the activities of outside vendors, consultants, and trainers.
• Assists faculty and staff in dealing with minor technical issues to maintain a positive attitude about the use of instructional technologies and avoid frustrations and fear of technology by those unfamiliar with them.
• Monitors and manages device maintenance and safety (safe and secure laptop/device usage and online browsing habits. keeping data and info secure).

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Exceptional computer and technology skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; especially being a good listener, skills in written and oral communications; administrative skills.
• Strong work ethic; high ethical standards; self-confidence; good time-management skills; budgeting and other administrative skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Proficiency in American Sign Language desired, willingness to learn preferred

• Three years of teaching experience preferred.
• Teacher Certification.
• Working knowledge of Office 365, Google Drive, Schoology, NWEA, Newsela, Thinking Map, OTIS (PD), iXL, Kami, ST Math, curriculum, curriculum development and school reform. Knowledge of testing and assessment.
• Technical knowledge in the fields of computer science, computer education and the broad range of technologies used in educational environments.
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of instructional technology. 
• Substantial experience working with students and teachers in instructional technology.

• Required clearance include medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Department of Education and SCR and SEL clearance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of walking around in the building and meeting with faculty and staff.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.