Primary Purpose: 

To provide students with high quality, appropriate and engaging learning activities and experiences designed to help students attain their maximum potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and to assist the campus staff with continuous improvement through the implementation of the district curriculum and instructional strategies that will directly contribute to increased student achievement.

 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Education/Certification 

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate 

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50) paid by employee. 

 

Required Experience: 

Three (3) years’ teaching experience 

Experience integrating technology into digital learning environments 

Experience working with adult learners 

Experience training teacher or other adults in the integration of technology for instruction 

Experience in the use of internet resources in the instructional process 

Possess current and relevant technology skills including word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentations 

 

Knowledge/Skills: 

Knowledge of instructional software applications 

Ability to develop and deliver technology training to adult learners 

Knowledge of curriculum and technology used in instructional setting 

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills 

 

Major Responsibilities and Duties: 

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, ef orts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.) 

 

Professionalism 

The Educators' Code of Ethics is set forth in the Texas Administrative Code to provide rules for standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community. 

• Rule §247.1 Purpose and Scope; Definitions 
• Rule §247.2 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators 

Instructional Management 

The instructional technology specialist promotes improvement of instruction by assisting with activities such as the following: 

• Collaborate with teachers to support their use of technology in delivery of curricula through a variety of instructional methods. 
• In partnership with multiple stakeholders, work toward integrating the use of hardware, software, and Internet resources in support of student learning and assisting teachers in meeting state and national standards for subject-area and technology-learning objectives. 
• Create learning resources for teachers, staff, and students, to include Web sites, tutorials, interactive programs and databases that support teachers in integrating technology. 
• Understand methods for integrating technology into the curriculum such as project-based and blended learning.

Organization Climate 

The instructional technology specialist assists with fostering a positive school or organization morale through activities such as the following: 

• Assess and plan improvement of the school, school district, or community engagement. 
• Reinforce excellence. 
• Promote a positive, caring climate of learning. 
• Use effective communication skills, instructional technology techniques, and crucial conversations. 

Organization Improvement 

The instructional technology specialist promotes leadership in efforts to improve the school or organization through activities such as the following: 

• Understand key learning theories and methods of instruction, and their relation to technology integration.
• Use effective technology teaching strategies in teaching software and hardware skills. 
• Identify trends in software, curriculum, teaching strategies, and other educational areas. 
• Assess technology skill levels of students, teachers, and staff. 
• Consult with District Instructional Technology Coordinators on the technology needs, including hardware, software, learning resources and training needs. 

Communication and Community Relations 

The instructional technology specialist promotes a positive tone for school or community relations through activities such as the following: 

• Be a positive role model and support the mission of the district. 
• Establish and maintain open communication with District and Campus leadership, Instructional Coaches, teachers, and support staff by conducting necessary technology support and coaching, when necessary. 
• Communicate and work collaboratively with employees and administrators for the purpose of providing administrative support, enhancing program awareness, and assisting with technology implementation of instructional programs. 
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly. 

Professional Growth and Development 

The instructional technology specialist provides leadership in professional growth and development through activities such as the following: 

• Participate in campus and district technology staff development, special events, professional associations, and training programs to improve job performance. 
• Attend professional development opportunities related to instructional technology methods and technologies.
• Disseminate ideas and information to other professionals. 
• Attend meetings and participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills. 

Qualities of an Effective Instructional Technology Specialist 

The instructional technology specialist exhibits qualities such as the following: 

• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job. 
• Keep informed of and comply with state, District, and school regulations and policies for teachers and specialists.
• Demonstrate a high level of personal integrity, a collaborative leadership style, and high ethical standards.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. 
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately. 
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and campus policies affecting schools. 
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 
• Maintain confidentiality.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• None 

Equipment: 

Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and equipment, projections system, digital equipment, handheld devices, wireless hubs, calculator, telephone, printer, copier, shredder, scanner, fax, and other equipment applicable to position. 

 

Working Conditions 

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: 

• Maintain emotional control under stress. 
• Work with frequent interruptions. 
• Work irregular hours and extended work hours to include holidays and weekends. 
• Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing, lifting, and carrying (may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment). 
• May be required under specific circumstances to provide physical restraint of students in danger of causing harm to themselves or others. 
• Occasional district wide and statewide travel. 
• Use computer for prolonged period resulting in repetitive hand motion. 
• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination vibration. 
• Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, etc.), work outside, work around moving objects or vehicles, work on uneven surfaces. 

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.