Specialist Digital Learning

Pay Grade: 840   (Min $343.43 min per hr)
Work Days:  226

 

Primary Purpose: Develop and train instructional staff to effectively incorporate the use of technology into instructional programs and curriculum

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Texas teaching certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of instructional software applications
• Ability to develop and deliver technology training to adult learners
• Knowledge of curriculum and technology used in instructional setting
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• K-12 Teaching Experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Training:

• Design, develop, and present effective campus and district-level staff development on the use of technology-based instructional strategies in the classroom
• Assess participant acquisition of skills using a variety of evaluation procedures and conduct follow-up training based on results
• Design individual instructional modules, instructional materials, and training aides that incorporate the use of technology into the existing curriculum
• Work with principal(s) and campus committees in planning technology training, implementing technology pans, and selecting instructional equipment and software
• Work with district technology staff and outside vendors to ensure that teachers and administrators have the support, equipment, and materials needed to implement technology-based instruction
• Monitor and evaluate implementation of technology-based curriculum at the campus level
• Prepares special studies and reports

Other:

• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, state board of Education rule, and local board policy
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations
• Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisors
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
• Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor

Equipment Used:

• Uses computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Mental Demands:

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy,procedures, and data; coordinate district
  functions; maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Frequent districtwide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Work with frequent interruptions. Frequent
  standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling. Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions.
  Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

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