Position Title: Instructional Technology Coordinator
Description: The instructional technology coordinator implements, evaluates, and coordinates the integration of technology to support instruction. The technology coordinator is responsible for supervising a team of technologists, network administrators, and technology support staff to work with schools to meet the technology needs of administrators, teachers, and students. Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Work closely with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, the Information Technology department, and key stakeholders to develop and implement a technology plan to meet the needs of teachers and students. 2. Research pedagogy, materials, and trends in instructional technology to provide up to date data and support best practices in the preK-12 setting. Partner with the information technology staff to research, coordinate, and implement methodologies, tools, and programs to support teaching and learning. 3. Provide leadership and training for teachers, administrators, and stakeholders on effective technology implementation aligned to Common Core standards and content specific standards. Develop and implement professional development opportunities for staff who implement technology into curriculum. 4. Work to ensure a sequential technology curriculum, with supporting documentation, is in place for students at all grade levels. Work with the district stakeholders to maintain and update technology policies, including Acceptable Use. 5. Develop, maintain, update, and report on the district technology plan. 6. Manage grants and budget, including bid specifications, evaluations, and vendor selection. Work with the local Intermediate Unit to coordinate E-Rate funding. 7. Maintain a working inventory of all technology assets. Create and implement a maintenance and upgrade plan for all technology assets. 8. Plan and oversee all tasks related to network infrastructure, technical systems, and device management. 9. Chair the district technology committee, and provide monthly reports to the School Board committees. 10. Develop and maintain a professional development plan for all technology staff, including district inservice and outside conferences. 11. Supervise and evaluate district technology staff. 12. Supervise the implementation of district software systems, including payroll, student information systems, instructional media, and communications. 13. Maintain the district website, email, and internet services, including VoIP communications, help desk, and web subscriptions. 14. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: 1. Must posses or be able to acquire PA Instructional Technology Specialist certification. 2. Minimum 5 years of teaching experience in a K-12 setting. 3. Strong communication skills and demonstrated leadership experience. Additional Requirements: 1. Current FBI, PA State Police, and Childline clearances required. 2. Current PA drivers license required to travel among various locations.