Technology Specialist

Job Title/Position: Technology Specialist Wage/Hour Status: Salary/At will Evaluator: Supervisor Site: District Wide Contract Length: Year Round

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor degree

Experience:

Three years teaching experience and/or professional development training in a school setting

Special Knowledge/Skills:

*Knowledge of computer hardware, software applications, instructional technology, and general troubleshooting *Ability to develop and deliver technology training to adult learners and support technology *Knowledge of curriculum and technology used in instructional setting *Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to manage priorities, maintain accurate records, and work independently

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Training:

*Provide online curriculum-specific professional learning for teachers and coaches *Provide campus and district-level staff development in technology issues including use of computer hardware and software applications, maintenance, general troubleshooting, previewing, evaluating, and selecting software, etc. *Design individual instructional modules, instructional materials, and training aides *Assess participant acquisition of skills using a variety of evaluation measures *Share technical and instructional strategies with teachers for the effective use of technology in the classroom

Technical Support:

*Ensure the district meets all grant assurance requirements

• Submit artifacts {i.e. master schedules, assessment calendar, equipment and technology plan, reports} to TEA and other stakeholders

*Ensure a blended learning plan is designed, developed and implemented appropriately at each participating campus *Participate in required communities of practice and additional grant program meetings *Assist in integrating technology in the existing instructional curriculum

*Assist with detection and resolution of software application and hardware problems

• Provide performance data to ensure students meet product-specific weekly student software progress target {i.e. minutes, lessons, etc.} with TEA-approved supplemental products *Serve as liaison to outside vendors that provide support for technology equipment, materials and curriculum *Assist directors and campus committees with planning of technology training, implementation of technology plans, and selection of technology equipment and software *Assist in evaluating the implementation of technology at the campus and district level, including the use of 1-1 mobile device initiatives *Attend instructional workshops as required

Campus and District Operations Support:

*Assist with campus readiness, classroom setups, furniture placement, deliveries, and school event setup and breakdown *Receive, organize, and distribute supplies, furniture, technology, and equipment as assigned *Assist with storage organization, equipment transfers between locations, and surplus equipment processing

*Identify and report facility, equipment, and safety concerns; coordinate assigned follow-up with district staff and vendors

*Support daily operational needs across campuses as directed by the supervisor

Budget and Inventory:

*Assist with the bidding process, purchase, distribution, maintenance, and installation of hardware, software, and other technological equipment and materials within instructional programs *Assist in budgeting and monitoring campus technology expenditures *Monitor purchase and use of legal software at the campus level

Other:

*Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required *Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and local board policy *Comply with all district and campus routine and regulations

Working Conditions

*Maintain emotional control under stress, frequent district-wide travel, repetitive hand motions, and prolonged use of computer *Ability to lift and carry loads of 50 pounds or more *Perform any and all duties as assigned

Retirement is through the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) of Texas and not Social Security. TRS requires five years of participation before any retirement funds are vested. Texas Workers Compensation covers workers in this position.

Federal employees shall not engage in text messaging (a) when driving GOV, or when driving POV while on official Government business, or (b) when using electronic equipment supplied by the Government while driving.