SRCE-26-187, Term Technology Integration Consultant

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP•Port Hawkesbury, NS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) is seeking a Technology Integration Consultant to work directly with schools and teachers to fully integrate technology into the teaching and learning process. This role reports to the Coordinator of Programs/French Programs. The SRCE is a public education system in Nova Scotia, established on April 1, 2018, dedicated to supporting student learning, achievement, well-being, and success. With approximately 1,166 employees, the SRCE operates 20 schools and 375 pre-primary programs across four counties in northeastern Nova Scotia. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting various technology initiatives and ensuring the effective use of educational technology within the region.

Requirements

Valid Nova Scotia teacher certification
Master of Education Degree
Minimum of five years of successful experience in school/regional support
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent leadership, decision-making, time management, interpersonal, and problem solving skills
Knowledge, training, and experience with InSchool, sources of student data, and software projects including Power School, PowerTeacher Pro, School Messenger, and TIENET
Expertise in school data management and the use of related technologies such as Microsoft Excel.
Proficiency in the use of technology to transform instruction, assessment, and evaluation
Experience with educational hardware and software including but not limited to: GAFE, Moodle, Mimio, iPads, Chromebooks, and digital resources
Excellence in classroom pedagogy and lesson development utilizing the following learning skills - critical thinking, collaboration, communication & problem solving, and creativity
Proficiency in the use of technology to promote and enhance student engagement & motivation
Proficiency in the integration of Nova Scotia Information Communication Technology (ICT) curriculum outcomes into classroom curriculum and activities.
Experience working regionally in a technology support position and in delivering professional development to school personnel
Successful teaching experience with demonstrated integration of technologies in teaching and learning as part of everyday instructional practices
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work collaboratively as a member of various technology-oriented and regional centre teams.
Must be able to travel to all school sites in the SRCE.

Responsibilities

Collaborating with school personnel regarding knowledge management and technology support.
Providing data and statistics as requested by the Strait Regional Centre for Education, Department of Education & Early Childhood Development or other sources.
Planning and conducting appropriate professional development sessions for teachers, school administrators, secretaries, and regional support staff.
Representing the Strait Regional Centre for Education on various technology initiatives at the provincial level including RBTS and Google Apps for Education committees.
Overseeing and supporting the continued implementation of the Student Information System - Power School, Power Teacher Pro, TIENET, School Messenger, and related applications within all schools of the Strait Regional Centre for Education.
Liaising with technical support staff and oversee the delivery of technology support services to all regional centre facilities.
Supporting various initiatives involving technology integration in any aspect of school programs including coding, Google Apps for Education, makerspaces, and IEIE plans.
Providing leadership and work with school administrators in the implementation of all pertinent policies and procedures regarding student discipline and student conduct, including service on related regional centre committees.
Serving on the Strait Regional Centre for Education Programs and Student Services team to assist schools in providing excellent learning opportunities for students and staff.
Other duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Programs/French Programs.