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Tech Teacher/Technology Integrator 2018-2019

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Summary Information:
Employer: International School of Denver
Position Type: Teaching
Categories: Technology Education
School / Org: International School of Denver
Location Colorado
FTE: 1
No. of Positions: 1
Posting Date: 8 March 2018
Closing Date: 8 May 2018

Details:
Under the direction of the Deputy Head of School or his/her designee this position of Technology Integrator promotes the use of technologies to support student achievement in the ECE-Grade 5 classroom. The Technology Integrator provides leadership, staff development, and instructional support to all instructional staff. In addition, the Technology Integrator serves as a liaison between the Deputy Head of School and Technology Specialist in regards to school technology initiatives and school based implementation and support for academic administrators and teachers. The Technology Integrator develops and offers school wide instructional technology education for teachers and academic administrative staff. He/she also assists in the development and implementation of curriculum and technology integration projects. The Technology Integrator provides instructional staff with the essential support needed to complete technology-based instructional management and productivity functions at every grade level, by both direct teaching and modeling in the classroom with the students and by training teachers.The Technology Integrator collaborates with appropriate instructional and technical staff to support, manage, optimize the use of instructional software, and network resources to support quality teaching and learning. This skilled professional works independently and collaboratively with colleagues and adheres to the principles and standards that have been initiated by the Technology Specialist.

Key Duties and Responsibilities as a Teacher
Align with the ISD Mission, Vision, Values and Beliefs and be a proactive advocate for the school.

Follow course objectives and outlines for course of study according to appropriate curriculum guidelines related to the requirements of the Colorado State Standards and the curriculum agreements of International School of Denver.

Manage and maintain classroom in compliance with requirements of State of Colorado, Department of Human Services licensing requirements and ISD policies and procedures.

Plan, prepare and teach high quality tech lessons in line with current best practice taking into account the international dimension of the school population and the ISD Learning Principles.

Challenge and inspire students by matching learning to the differing educational needs and learning styles of individuals in the classes or groups assigned.

Give timely, constructive and developmental oral feedback and written response to students as outlined in ISD policies.

Assess, record and report the development, progress and attainment of students in collaboration with classroom teacher.

Work closely with the Program Heads and Subject Coordinators to ensure high standards of learning and teaching across the curriculum.

Work closely and plan collaboratively with colleagues creating a sense of cohesion and spirit within the team, cooperating with colleagues in other grade levels and specialist departments.

Work closely and collaboratively with the lower school classroom teachers, co-teaching as and when appropriate.

Ensure an organized, supportive and stimulating high-quality learning environment at all times.

Maintain good order and discipline among the students, safeguarding their health and safety whenever they are authorized to be on the school premises and when they are engaged in authorized school activities elsewhere.

Carry out all administrative and organizational tasks as required, including attendance records and supervision of students, following timings and ensuring that there is always a prompt start and end to lessons and recess times and that school policies and procedures are followed at all times.

Actively promote positive professional partnerships between home and school.

Provide timely guidance and advice to parents on educational and social/ emotional matters throughout the year, ensuring relevant records and reports are kept and meetings take place as necessary.

Communicate and consult with the Division Coordinator, appropriate Student Support Specialists and/or Head of School about any student issues that may require action beyond the classroom, in accordance with the Behavior Management Policy.

Facilitate collaboration between grade levels and divisions, ensuring highly successful transition for all students.

Participate fully in supervision duties, staff meetings, parent meetings, workshops and various co-curricular, extra-curricular and PTO activities that promote the school’s programs and reputation.

Participate fully in the annual ISD Teacher Reflection, Evaluation and Growth Process.

Actively seek opportunities and participate in Professional Development (PD) in order to keep up to date with current best practice.

Attend all PD workshops and training as organized by the school to support the School Strategic Plan.

Be prepared to share best practice with colleagues through opportunities such as team or co-teaching, peer observations, modeling and assisting with PD workshops.

Key Duties and Responsibilities as a Tech integrator
Collaborates with teachers in composing effective technology-infused, content-based lessons, and supports the teachers as they implement the lessons in their classrooms.

Promotes model instructional practices and the role of technology in them.

Articulates appropriate instructional technology practices as described in technology standards for students, and teachers.

Provides assistance and training to building instructional staff in the integration of technology to support student achievement. This includes planning and implementing job-embedded professional development and workshops for individuals, small groups, and large groups.

Collaborates in the evaluation, selection and implementation of instructional technology materials and software.

Assists with technology training as part of collaborative school staff development initiatives the Technology Standards for teachers and students.

Works with curriculum staff to develop and implement technology enhanced curriculum integration projects.

Provides leadership in developing and implementing technology plans and serves on the technology committee (s).

Collaborates with School Administrators, Technology Specialist, Library Media Specialists, and staff to ensure infrastructure and tools are available to carry out school and technology initiatives.

Conducts research about advancements in technology tools and resources to guide the decision-making process

Gathers and disseminates information relevant to instructional technology.

Participates in ongoing professional development related to job responsibilities and maintaining expertise in the field.

Conducts staff development and supports community awareness initiatives

Assists with help desk requests ECE-Grade 5.

Performs other duties as assigned.



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