POSITION SUMMARY:
The Instructional Technology
Supervisor will organize, develop, monitor, and support the Technology Training
Team members’ activities involving system-wide and school-based training
activities designed to support administrators and instructional staff in the
use of information systems and instructional technology tools. The Instructional
Technology Supervisor will assist in evaluating staff performance, serve as the
Director’s backup on administrative functions, monitor day to day activities,
coverage, and training assignments. This position is responsible for overseeing
technology integration training sessions, coordinating and supporting the
activities of the Technology Training and Support office. The incumbent will
assist with identifying, implementing, and maintaining best practices in the
field of instructional technology as well as assist in the implementation of
the system and state technology plans.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Coordinates and
supervises the operation and workflow of all services provided in the Office of
Technology Training & Support;
Writes and
disseminates communication documents including newsletters, brochures,
compilation reports, internal and external memoranda, surveys, profiles, and
evaluations;
Evaluates assigned
personnel in alignment with articulated Board of Education personnel guidelines
and procedures;
Evaluate the design
and delivery of research-based instructional technology practices for
instruction at all levels;
Serve as Back-up
Payroll Approver;
Conduct assessment,
data collection, and analysis of formal and informal data for use in targeting
and monitoring the effectiveness of training programs;
Research ways to
improve data and performance monitoring of trainings and use of technology
tools;
Assist in the
development and implementation of PGCPS Technology Plan;
Supervise staff
development activities in the areas of technology integration;
Collaborate with
other departments implementing programs and projects;
Develop, oversee, and
follow professional development plans and actively seek out opportunities to
grow professionally;
Prepare and submit
accurate reports as required;
Assists the Director
in the interviewing and hiring of department personnel;
Serves in the absence
of the Director, communicating department directives;
Represents the
department with or in place of the Director at meetings, and conferences to
give and receive information; serves as panelist, presenter and facilitator at
leadership conferences for principals and school staffs statewide;
Collaborates with
department supervisors on the implementation of technology training plans and
documentation;
Support the
activities of the Division of Information Technology and Academics to ensure
complimentary services as instructional technology is used to increase student
achievement;
Coordinate services
which are aligned to the requirements of both school and offices;
Assist in
establishing and assessing annual goals of the office; and
Perform related work
as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Excellent
Teambuilding Skills;
Recent (within last 6
months) work experience in the area of Instructional Technology;
Demonstrate ability
to collaborate with diverse groups, e.g., administrators, staff, teachers;
Demonstrate ability
in the use and implementation of new and emerging technologies;
Demonstrated skill in
effective human relations and in oral and written communications;
Strong customer
service, interpersonal, organizational, management, and teambuilding skills;
Understanding of
technical requirements to implement and support learning technologies;
Knowledge of state
standards, benchmarks, and alternative modes of assessment;
Knowledge and
understanding of the teaching and learning process;
Ability to provide
instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education;
and
Experience in leading
staff development initiatives.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an
accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Educational Policy and a minimum of five (5) years of successful
management experience required.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
None Required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversees and
supervises staff of an assigned office within the department.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
None.