School Year 26/27 Instructional Technology Teacher

Lynn Public Schools • Lynn, MA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Lynn Public Schools is a diverse and dynamic educational district serving approximately 17,000 students across 29 school sites. The district is committed to fostering an environment that honors and celebrates diversity and responds effectively to the social-emotional needs of every student and family. Lynn Public Schools is dedicated to helping all students reach their full intellectual, physical, and social-emotional potential, enabling them to thrive and make a positive impact on the community and the world. The district's core values include Inclusiveness, Shared Responsibility, Collaborative Relationships, High Expectations, and Inspiring Life-Long Learning.

Requirements

• Valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Instructional Technology (all levels), Instructional Technology Specialist, and/or Library Media Specialist and/or Digital Literacy 5-12 and/or Technical/Engineering 5-12
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• SEI Endorsement
• Strong district lens regarding EL, curriculum, and equity
• Knowledge of current education legislation/regulations
• Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents and advocate for children in order to effectively problem solve
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work with all stakeholders
• Ability to meet the expectations of the Massachusetts Standards and Indicators of Effective Teaching Practice

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree preferred
• Experience in an urban district/setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Teach digital literacy, computer applications, introduction to programming, web design, and computer technology to students in grades 9-12.
• Adapt existing curriculum to provide rigorous, motivating, and relevant instruction to a broad range of students.
• Leverage industry and academic connections to provide students with enriching opportunities inside and outside of classes.
• Remain up-to-date regarding curriculum content and advancements in technology.
• Develop and implement technology lessons at each grade level (9-12).
• Plan collaboratively to implement innovative technology lessons across content areas to be co-taught.
• Develop and implement professional development.
• Maintain technology inventory in classrooms, computer labs, and mobile labs.
• Ensure computer equipment in the building is functioning properly or request support from HelpDesk in a timely manner.
• Work with educators and other specialists in the area of technology integration.
• Encourage creativity in students.
• Support teachers in gaining independence in troubleshooting technology problems.
• Identify varying teaching methods for students who learn differently.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits (Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, and Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
• Short Term Disability (voluntary)
• Long Term Disability (voluntary)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level