Technology Integration Specialist

Technology Integration Specialist

The Technology Integration Specialist is responsible for supporting the effective use of technology to enhance teaching and learning across all K-12 schools within the district. This role involves providing professional development, technical support, and instructional guidance to teachers, administrators, and staff to help them integrate technology tools and resources into their curriculum and pedagogical practices. The Specialist acts as a bridge between technology and educational goals, ensuring technology initiatives align with district objectives and learning outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, deliver, and facilitate professional development workshops, sessions, and resources for teachers, administrators, and staff on the effective use of educational technology tools and platforms.
• Provide one-on-one coaching and small-group support to educators as they integrate technology into their classroom instruction.
• Develop and maintain online learning resources, tutorials, and guides related to technology integration.
• Stay current with emerging educational technologies and best practices in technology integration.
• Collaborate with curriculum directors, specialists, instructional coaches, other district-level academic administrators, and department heads to identify opportunities for technology integration within district-approved curriculum standards and learning objectives.
• Assist district-level administration in evaluating, selecting, and implementing appropriate technology tools to meet approved district instructional initiatives.
• Support the creation and use of digital content and online learning experiences.
• Promote digital citizenship, media literacy, and responsible technology use among students and staff in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Provide advanced-level technical support related to educational software and online platforms used in classrooms and administrative settings.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and escalate them appropriately to the IT support team when necessary.
• Help manage and maintain district-wide educational software licenses and accounts.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of district-wide technology plans and strategies.
• Assist in the evaluation and piloting of new educational technology tools and resources.
• Collaborate with the IT department to ensure technology infrastructure supports educational needs.
• Help manage the inventory and deployment of educational assistive technology devices across the district.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, administrators, and appropriate staff, regarding technology initiatives, resources, and support.
• Participate in district meetings, committees, and professional learning communities related to technology and education.
• Build positive relationships with school staff to foster a collaborative environment for technology integration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Educational Technology, Computer Science, or a related field required.
• Master's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field preferred.
• Successful experience integrating technology effectively into classroom instruction.
• Successful experience providing professional development and training in an educational environment.
• Successful experience providing technical support for educational hardware and software is preferred.
• Deep expertise and knowledge in instructional and informational technology.
• Broad knowledge of computer hardware and software applications used in instructional settings.
• Knowledge of the Professional Learning Community process and foundational concepts.
• Knowledge of innovation in education.
• Knowledge of modern pedagogical approaches.
• Knowledge of IL School Code requirements and all applicable Federal and State education requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of individuals, ranging from employees to parents of students.
• Ability to effectively lead/facilitate group processes.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with administrators, faculty, staff, students, and external entities to raise academic performance.
• Ability to conceptualize, launch, and deliver multiple projects to meet needs on time and within budget.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performing, and, at times, unpredictable environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate a strong work ethic, accept responsibility, and be self-motivated.
• Ability to take the initiative to resolve problems without direction.
• Ability to process large amounts of information and organize the information to present it to various individuals who do not possess firsthand knowledge of the situation.
• Ability to work well with other people in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data for decision-making.
• Ability to incorporate and translate organizational and department missions into day-to-day practices.
• Ability to use effective instructional strategies and techniques.
• Ability to effectively contribute to the accomplishment of the organization and department goals as outlined in the district strategic plan.
• Ability to assess the effectiveness of programs and activities.
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records and statistics and to develop meaningful reports from them.
• Ability to interpret educational policies and procedures.
• Ability to take the initiative to resolve problems without direction.
• Experience working with learning management systems (LMS), specifically Schoology, preferred.
• Familiarity with educational data privacy and security regulations (e.g., FERPA and SOPPA).
• Possesses excellent leadership skills.
• Possesses enthusiasm and positive interpersonal skills.
• Skilled at identifying and evaluating new technological developments and gauging their appropriateness for the district.
• Possesses excellent collaboration and organizational skills.
• Possesses excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Possesses practical problem-solving skills and solid troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively and efficiently utilize technology.
• Possesses a desire to learn new things.
• Exhibits self-motivation and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Possesses a growth mindset.
• Ability to seek and implement constructive feedback.
• Illinois Technology Specialist Endorsement or equivalent preferred.
• Relevant technology certifications (e.g., Google Certified Educator, Microsoft Certified Educator) preferred.
• Ability to sit, stand, climb stairs, and walk as needed to meet the demands of the assigned job duties.
• Must be able to lift 35 pounds.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with frequent distractions and foster a professional office atmosphere.
• Ability to travel between school buildings within the district.
• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to use computers and standard office equipment.