Instructional Technology Resource Teacher, 11 months

Culpeper County School District•Culpeper, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As embedded professional developers, the overall goal of the ITRT program is to assist teachers with the planning and integration of technology in academic settings, train teachers to use technology in an effective manner, and assist with curriculum development as it relates to educational technology. To perform this position successfully, it is necessary to collaborate with Technology and Instruction Department staff as well as school administration. The ITRT is responsible for modeling or co-teaching instructional strategies, providing training and professional development to staff, supporting curriculum, and performing similar kinds of duties and responsibilities as the School Division/Building Administrator deems appropriate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in an applicable field of education or the equivalent in credentialing, training and/or experience
Evidence of instructional technology coursework
A minimum of 3 years of successful classroom experience
Possess or qualify for a professional license and appropriate endorsement as presented by the Virginia Department of Education
Be recommended by the Division Superintendent and approved by the School Board
Knowledge of school curriculum and framework, policies and effective instructional practices.
Knowledge of the teaching and learning process.
Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education.
Ability to infuse technology into curriculum.
Ability to respect confidential information and the individual’s right to privacy.
Ability to communicate openly and effectively with students, colleagues, administration, parents, central office, and community patrons.
Qualities necessary to work effectively with administration, teachers, students, and parents.
Ability to model professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions within the school and within the community.
Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Instructional Technology preferred
Experience training teachers or other adults in the integration of technology preferred

Responsibilities

Working collaboratively with individual teachers or groups of teachers to integrate technology into instruction
Conduct county-wide instructional technology training, including participants in large-scale county initiatives such as Internet safety and digital citizenship lessons
Provide use and integration workshops on new and existing digital technologies
Provide school-based training and assistance in the integration of technology to instructional staff during and outside the school day
Assisting with curriculum and content development by outlining technology supports and integrations
Disseminating information regarding technology resources, emerging technologies, best practices using technology, and professional development opportunities
Assessing levels of teacher and student technology use and skills to better address needs
Modeling effective instructional strategies using technology
Serving as a member of school or division technology committees
Supporting implementation of the division and state technology plan
Using data in support of hardware and software adoptions at the school and division levels
Creating learning resources for teachers, staff, and students
Assisting in the implementation of STEM activities through school-based roles or committee assignments
Implementing school-based lessons for students related to Digital Citizenship, Internet Safety, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cyberbullying, and emerging technology tools and applications
Assisting with online testing as directed by school administration
Review and approve (with ITRT group) applications, software, or services for compliance (FERPA & COPPA) and active Digital Privacy agreements
Assist Technology Department with school-based technology issues to include first-line response to issues associated with teacher and student devices (to include assistance in the management of 1:1 devices)
Assist special education staff with assistive technologies where present
Support and train teachers on software as it relates to attendance, grading, instructional delivery, professional development, and assessment, including benchmark assessments, unit assessments, and locally developed performance assessments
Collaborate with the principal to maintain the school’s web page and social media presence
Perform other duties within the scope of employment and certification as assigned by other division administrative personnel and supervising principal