Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Technology Consultant – Center Programs
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Master’s degree from an accredited university.
- An academic background or experience that includes training in K-12 curriculum, instructional practices, and the use and applications of instructional technologies.
- Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in an area of Special Education.
- Five years successful classroom teaching experience that included use of instructional technology.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with teachers and support staff by helping them integrate technology applications into their instructional practices.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain and troubleshoot technology hardware.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Must pass criminal background check as required by School Safety Legislation.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Ability to work cooperatively to support school-based technology representatives in long- and short-range technology planning to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of programs and services.
- Ability to review, evaluate and recommend most current commercial software and hardware for integration into curriculums. Includes, but not limited to, word processing adaptive equipment, spreadsheets, internet, e-mail, etc.
- Coordinate the purchase and distribution of technology equipment according to building plans.
- Provide on-site support to center-based schools on a regularly scheduled basis.
- Communicate effectively with MISD teachers and support staff to ensure that technology applications are efficiently integrated.
- Ability to develop budget accordingly for purchase of technology hardware and materials.
- Experience in curriculum development and instructional leadership.
ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES SHALL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
- Maintain inventory of technology equipment and materials in Center Programs.
- Provide in-service training for teacher and support staff in the appropriate application of technology.
- Assist teachers and instructional support staff in maximizing the use of existing and anticipated computer technology.
- Prepare grant proposals designed to secure additional funding for the school district in the area of technology.
- Direct and supervise the maintenance and repair of computers.
- Direct and supervise loading and configuring of new and updated software.
- Direct and supervise the set up of computer adaptations, both hardware and software.
- Communicate with hardware vendors and software vendors to solve operational problems.
- Keep abreast of emerging and developing technologies to improve teaching and learning.
- Coordinate with Administrators and Building Technology representatives all computer related support.
REPORTS TO: Director of Center-Based Programs WORKYEAR: 186 Days, with the possibility of additional days during the summer START DATE: Immediately WORKLOCATION: MISD Educational Service Center SALARY: Consultant salary schedule of the MIFT Master Agreement. APPLY ONLINE AT: www.misd.net. Applications will be accepted online until the position is filled.
QUESTIONS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:
Mr. David Rilley Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Operations Macomb Intermediate School District 44001 Garfield Road Clinton Township, MI 48038-1100 586.228.3311
The Macomb Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and is in compliance with all state and federal non-discrimination laws and regulations including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Applicants seeking employment may request reasonable accommodation under ADA and may be subject to post-offer physical examination and background check with the Michigan State Police Department.