TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST

Technology Specialist

Reports to: Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Main Purpose: East Wake Academy fulfills its mission of maintaining a safe, challenging and creative learning environment. This environment strives to develop character and self-esteem while equipping students with the skills needed for a rigorous curriculum and to thrive in a college preparatory atmosphere producing academic excellence. We are dedicated to instilling the values of academic citizenship by creating relationships with parents, businesses and civic partners. East Wake Academy is committed to building a strong foundation of learning while providing our students the competitive edge to win in tomorrow's world.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science or a related field is preferable.
• Professional certification (e.g. CCNS, CISSP, MCSE).
• Strong analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication ability, both written and verbal.
• Personable, professional demeanor.
• Working knowledge of relevant operating systems, software and programming.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Good organization, time management and prioritization.
• Efficient troubleshooting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Belief in the mission and vision of the school and a commitment to support East Wake Academy in reaching and maintaining our mission and vision.
• Assists with identifying, acquiring, and maintaining hardware, software, and network products.
• Assists in the implementation of the system and building-level technology plans.
• Collaborates with teachers and other instructional staff to develop curriculum materials and specific lesson plans that integrate technology.
• Models the integration of technology in all curriculum areas.
• Facilitates school participation in technology programs and activities.
• Conducts staff development in the areas of technology integration, the North Carolina Computer/Technology Skills Curriculum, and the North Carolina Technology Competencies for Educators.
• Implements best practices related to technology use in the school program based on research, pilot programs, and state/national standards.
• Works with the principal and school leadership team to provide access to technology resources and services of the technology facilitator at point of need.
• Works with teachers in the selection of resources that are compatible with the school technology infrastructure.
• Assists with planning the design of the technology infrastructure so that information resources are continually available to the school community.
• Adheres to and communicates copyright as well as other laws and guidelines pertaining to the distribution and ethical use of all resources.
• Serves as the school contact for addressing hardware and software issues.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications Knowledge of technologies available for use in instructional setting.
• Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures regarding technology issues.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the area of instructional technology.

What You Bring To The Job

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to forge relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community.
• Demonstrated organizational and technology skills.
• Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems.
• Self-directed with the ability to work both autonomously and in teams.
• Possess a work ethic and personal belief system that aligns with the mission and vision of East Wake Academy.

Physical Requirements

• Office Position - Sedentary
• See Attached

The physical activity of this position.

• Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. This factor is important if the amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
• Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Particularly for sustained periods of time. Approximate Duration 8 hours
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
• Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Maximum Weight 50lbs Average Weight 20lbs.
• Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
• Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and or heavy equipment.

Physical Exertion Of The Position

• Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

The Visual Acuity Requirements Including Color, Depth Perception, And Field Vision

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services, general laborer, etc.) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection, etc.)

The Conditions The Worker Will Be Subject To In This Position

• The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.