Instructional Technology Spec Job Listing at Charter Schools USA in Youngsville, LA (Job ID 22237)

Description

JOB PURPOSE

The Instructional Technology Specialist (ITS) will facilitate the integration of technology into instructional programs. The primary responsibility of the ITS is to enhance and improve the teaching and learning process though technology. The role involves collaboration with school teams, state teams, and national team to develop, implement, and support technology-rich educational strategies that align with the CSUSA Education Model.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with state leadership, school administrators to assess, create, and implement technology integration based on school plan.
• Coordinates with the Curriculum & Instruction Team and other business units on content, educational models, goal setting, and training plans for supported products and systems.
• Develops and facilitates synchronous and asynchronous professional development, and training sessions with school staff to increase knowledge of technology.
• Assists in developing curriculum materials and lesson plans that facilitate the implementation of the school technology plan.
• Facilitates the selection, installation, and start-up of educational technology systems and equipment.
• Participates with system technology committees to identify instructional goals and objectives and to develop long range technology plans to accomplish them.
• Prepares and presents information about the technology for internal and external communication.
• Collects feedback on technology usage for continuous improvement efforts, input to purchasing decisions, and training and support needs.

**MAY PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED**

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Takes initiative, detailed oriented, and is highly organized.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree required in Education, Instructional Technology, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred in one of the following areas: Educational Leadership, Instructional Technology, Library Media Sciences and Curriculum Instruction.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in K-12 Teaching, Media Specialist, and/or Instructional Technology.
• Must hold a teaching certificate from any state.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical methods and how they relate to technology integration.
• Proficiency in various educational technologies and digital platforms.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain Apple Learning Coach and Microsoft Educator Trainer recognitions.
• Excellent customer service skills with a sense of urgency and the ability to work with people of various backgrounds and all levels of technical knowledge.
• Ability to train and motivate adult learners.
• Will require multi-day travel both inside and outside of the state.
• May require occasional weekend travel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter:

• Usual office working conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• No physical exertion required.
• Travel within and outside of the state.
• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with CSUSA salary and benefit policy. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by Charter Schools USA.

FLSA OVERTIME CATEGORY

Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Charter Schools USA's policy.

DECLARATION

The Charter Schools USA Human Resources Department retains the sole right and discretion to make changes to this job description. Any employee making changes unauthorized by Human Resources Department will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.