LTS Lower School Teacher Instructional Technology

Methuen Public Schools•Methuen, MA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The LTS Lower School Teacher Instructional Technology Specialist will guide classroom teachers in the effective integration of technology into the Methuen Public Schools Curriculum. This role involves providing assistance with managing 1:1 implementations, identifying and applying emerging technologies, scheduling computer labs, monitoring equipment maintenance, and identifying hardware and software needs. Additionally, the specialist will provide professional development for teachers and staff, model effective technology integration, and maintain contact with the Director of Instructional Technology.

Requirements

Certified or certifiable as an Instructional Technology Specialist by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Knowledge of productivity tools use such as word processing, database, spreadsheet, desktop publishing, telecommunications, and print/graphic utilities
Knowledge of selection, evaluation and use of appropriate computer/technology based materials to support the instruction process
Knowledge of the Massachusetts State Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core of Learning
Communication and inter-personal skills which would be required for user support and training, and interaction with teachers and other professional staff
Demonstrated experience in Windows, OS, and Chrome operating systems, Google Apps for Education, and iOS devices

Responsibilities

Guide the classroom teachers in effective integration of technology into the Methuen Public Schools Curriculum
Provide assistance with managing the 1:1 implementation for all grades at MHS
Assist the school system in identifying, evaluating, and applying emerging technologies to enhance the teaching/learning process in the Methuen Public Schools
Schedule the computer labs to help insure equitable use
Monitor the maintenance needs of all computer equipment in the building
Identify the hardware and software needs of the school
Provide teachers with professional development in the integration of technology into the existing curriculum
Provide staff with a variety of professional development opportunities, including workshops, embedded assistance, digital resources, and/or print resources
Model demonstration lessons on the effective implementation of the Methuen Public Schools Technology Curriculum
Maintain contact with the Director of Instructional Technology in order to help insure that the above is being done