Itinerant Technology Facilitator

Itinerant Educational Technology Facilitator
Bering Strait School District is accepting applications for a Itinerant Educational Technology Facilitator position at the District Office in Unalakleet for the 2020-2021 school year. We are beginning to do interviews by video conference and other means.
We are a standards-based and data-driven district, and require progressive, flexible teachers who are supportive of a Response to Intervention (RTI) approach to instruction, and willing to implement related strategies.
Being comfortable using technology to track student progress, and to prepare documentation would be a significant advantage. BSSD utilizes a comprehensive web database for tracking student progress called PowerSchool, technology is used for most day-to-day tasks. All classrooms are wirelessly connected to the Internet.

Our district offers very competitive salaries, many strong opportunities for staff development, and an innovative professional climate. When it comes to unique living and work experiences, we have some of the best. Check our website for details about our district, as well as video clips of our villages, and even a forum for posting questions.

Job Description        
 
TITLE: Itinerant Technology Integration Facilitator
 
QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Education required
2. Current Type T Alaska Teaching Certificate required
3. Minimum of three years of teaching experience required
4. Demonstrated successful experience effectively integrating technology use into instructional routines and processes
5. Experience supporting teachers, students and administrators with technology hardware and software use in an education setting
6. Experience with the Macintosh OS X operating system, LAN/WAN networking, wireless router and printer configuration
7. Skill with common BSSD web tools, such as PowerSchool, Mediawiki, GoogleDocs,YouTube, etc.
8. Experience with classroom use of technologies used in BSSD, such as SMART Board, and VTC equipment
9. Linux/Unix web server operation, and Stylesheet (CSS) skills are preferred
10. Willingness to learn Self Service and Inventory functions for remote support of sites
11. Ability to use digital media tools, such as iMovie, Final Cut, Audacity, Podcaster, and Compressor to produce new media deliverables 
12. Experience with common word processing, desktop publishing, and spreadsheet applications; skill with the MS Office Suite preferred
13. Travel as needed to support sites, staff development and project support
14. Able to safely, regularly lift and/or move up to twenty (20) pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
15. Demonstrated ability to live and work in a cross-cultural setting

 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Promotes the integration of education technology into instruction in order to increase student achievement
2. Works with instructional staff and students in district classrooms, and over the Internet to promote the understanding and use of technology in the classroom
3. Provides initial Point of Contact, and support for BSSD Site Tech Liaisons
4. Develop both face-to-face, and remotely conducted training opportunities for staff to increase knowledge and use of educational technology
5. Work closely with site administrators to develop and deliver site-specific training opportunities that meet site needs
6. Work closely with District Office departments to facilitate learning and management of the district through the use of technology
7. Assist in providing support for district-selected software and hardware
8. Travel as directed and program needs require
9. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

 
SALARY:  Placement on Teacher's Salary Schedule
LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT:  200 Days
LOCATION:  Bering Strait School District, Unalakleet – District Office
REPORTS TO:  Coordinator of Technology

Send initial letter of application with resume, or ATP Applitrack file to: recruiting@bssd.org

Written correspondence or mailed applications should be addressed to:

Human Resources
Bering Strait School District
P.O. Box 225
Unalakleet, Alaska 99684

NOTE: Bering Strait School district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

The District Title IX ,504 and ADA contact person is:
H.R. Director
Bering Strait School District
P.O. Box 225
Unalakleet, Alaska 99684