Bridgeton Public Schools

Job Description
Revised

POSITION:

DISTRICT TECHNOLOGY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master’s Degree Preferred
2. Public school experience preferred.
3. Experience in design and implementation of district curriculum and the NJCCCS/ Common Core State Standards.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills
5. Experience in computer and educational technology services.
6. Knowledge of the Teachscape Evaluation Platform.
7. Demonstrated achievement in teaching/presenting technology use/applications and staff development.
8. Knowledge and experience with various computer applications.
9. Knowledge of network systems.
10. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship.

REPORTS TO:

Director of Technology

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Recommends, prepares and provides educational technology staff development programs for District professional and support staff.
2. Serves as the primary resource for teacher technology leaders in their role as a technology resource for other members of the professional staff.
3. Trains professional and support staff in the use of technology and the related operational software and systems to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of programs and services.
4. Acts as resource person, providing demonstrations, in-services, consultations or sharing articles and materials as requested by staff and/or administration, for administrative software packages.
5. Motivate classroom teachers to utilize technology in the classroom.
6. Develops an educational technology program at each instructional level based on curriculum and student needs for the purpose of improving student learning in all subject areas.
7. Coordinates the implementation of district technology directives at the school level.
8. Demonstrates ability to operate technology hardware and educational software used at the building level.
9. Coordinates the development and implementation of the district school-based technology plan in cooperation with district, building-level staff and administration to include:
   1. Needs assessment
   2. Vision and knowledge of future education and technology trends and needs
   3. Technology instruction and support of NJ Common Core Curriculum Content Standards, in all subject areas.
10. Previews software programs, reads journals and articles, attends conferences, demonstrations and workshops, networks with others in the field to keep abreast of trends and significant developments in educational technology.
11. Maintains District wide software inventory.
12. Establishes guidelines for upgrading and purchasing technology software and materials as they pertain to the District’s educational program.
13. Maintains an inventory of software drivers and manuals for the computers and accessories in the building and downloads updated software drivers for installed hardware.
14. Recommends software programs to enhance student achievement.
15. Develops the school district’s technology plan.
16. Assists staff with their technology needs.
17. Meets regularly with Administration, Staff, and School Technology Teacher Coordinators (STTC) to articulate and address administrative software package questions, initiatives or concerns.
18. Works in partnership with administrators to provide direction, development, evaluation, and implementation of eLearning/online learning technology plans.
19. Researches assistive devices, computer hardware and software applications, vendors, consultants, etc. for the purpose of being Knowledgeable about trends and recommending acquisitions.
20. Provide technical assistance and training to staff in the use of new and/or existing devices and software.
21. Provides leadership and coordinate the planning and implementation of technology integration in the schools.
22. Develops contacts with vendors and other educational institutions to exchange ideas about the use of technology and professional development.
23. Participates in local, regional or national technology meetings, workshops and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information to maintain or develop technology skills and/or represent the District to external individuals and/or organizations.
24. Demonstrates a willingness to devote the additional time and attention required to resolve emergency situations when hardware and/or software are malfunctioning.
25. Gives proper attention to the care and protection of school property and uses materials economically.
26. Maintains cordial and workable professional and social relationships with other members of the professional and non-professional staff and with students, parents and community members.
27. Performs all state reporting and compliance procedures.
28. Adheres to and promotes the philosophy and objectives of the school, the administrative staff and the Board of Education and interprets the policies and programs of the school in a position and constructive manner.
29. Attend Board of Education meetings to assist with all Technology needs.
30. Performs all other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

12 Months. Salary and contract to be determined by the Board of Education

EVALUATION:

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board policies and procedures on the evaluation of professional staff.

AS 5/7/14
AS 8/20/15
Rev. 3-28-22