Classroom Technology Trainer - Technology Support Center

Olathe Public Schools•Olathe, KS

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Olathe Public Schools Department of Technology Advancement and Training is responsible for the identification of digital solutions and the coordination and development of training on digital applications and innovations that enable district employees to perform in a modern work environment where technology significantly enhances the end user’s experience and productivity. The Classroom Technology Trainer is an essential member of the Technology Advancement and Training team. This individual utilizes their certified teaching experience to develop training materials and facilitate training sessions on the use of technologies that empower all district staff to work productively and efficiently within the various settings of a PreK-12 education environment.

Requirements

Strong customer service skills via phone, electronic communication and in person
Previous experience as a Certified Teacher required
Ability to manage multiple projects at once
Education or job experience in the technology field
Ability to work with a team
Skills in problem-solving, organization, attention to detail, prompt documentation, time management and collaboration with Technology Division Staff
Excellent oral and written communication
Ability to work with others with lesser technical skills to resolve questions and issues
Ability to work occasional evenings
Must have own transportation

Nice To Haves

Microsoft and Apple certifications preferred
Experience presenting and training preferred
Experience with Articulate Storyline and Rise 360 preferred
Experience with Canvas preferred
Experience with video editing preferred

Responsibilities

Facilitates in-person and virtual training on the use of Digital Workplace technologies such as email, file sharing, Office 365, Windows 10, and other technology applications, software, and hardware as needed.
Facilitates in-person and virtual training on the use of Instructional Technologies such as Canvas, Seesaw, Nearpod, Turnitin, and other technology applications, software, and hardware as needed.
Maintains current knowledge of technology and instructional practices that relate to the integration of technology in an office and classroom environment.
Provides resource information regarding new techniques and practices that relate to the use of technology.
Delivers onboarding sessions to acclimatize new employees to the Digital Workplace tools utilized within Olathe Public Schools.
Responds to requests for training support by phone, email, and/or our ticketing system.
Collaborates with Learning Services and assists with the training of technology that is relevant to the needs of instructional staff.
Maintains and creates training resources including but not limited to documentation, video tutorials, tips, and helpful links on the District Technology Website for ongoing technology professional learning.
Assists with scheduling and conducting requested onsite technology training.
Assesses the needs for training within the school district and communicates these to the Director of Technology Advancement and Training.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Technology Advancement and Training.