Instructional Technology Specialist supports faculty members utilizing information technology in support of teaching and learning. Develops computer training materials and assists in teaching how to set up and use computer applications and related technologies. Being an Instructional Technology Specialist may troubleshoot technical problems and train junior staff members. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Instructional Technology Specialist typically reports to a manager. The Instructional Technology Specialist gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be an Instructional Technology Specialist typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Blake School seeks an enthusiastic and dedicated Instructional Technology Coach for the 2023-24 school year. This unique position requires an educator with a deep knowledge of design, building, digital media and tinkering. This candidate has a passion for igniting student curiosity and loves inspiring teachers to move outside of their comfort zones.
This position encompasses many roles—mentor, project planner, software guru and teacher-leader—promoting a growth mindset with teachers and students. As a teacher-leader, a primary focus will be to increase teachers’ fluency with educational technologies to advance Blake’s mission. The Instructional Technology Coach is part of a team along with our Technology Integration Specialist and Teacher Librarian. Together they manage a space for students to explore, play, build and create. This position is based out of the Middle School library in a developing makerspace. Duties will include co-leadership in the makerspace, co-teaching and classroom instruction, coaching teachers, providing professional development opportunities, and resolving educational software issues for faculty and students. This role works with Information Support Services to manage interactive classroom technology in classrooms and provides hands on A/V support for school-wide events on the Blake campus.
Blake is particularly interested in candidates who will enrich the diversity of identity, lived experience and thinking that makes a community strong and empowers students to engage across differences.
The search committee will begin reviewing resumes on Feb. 20. Blake covers the travel and lodging costs for finalist candidates visiting from out of town.
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The Blake School is a pre-kindergarten through grade 12, co-educational, nonsectarian, independent day school enrolling 1,350 bright, talented students from nearly 56 Twin Cities-area communities. Founded in 1900, The Blake School has the advantage of facilities and campuses designed for specific developmental ages. Blake’s mission is to engage students with a dynamic, academically challenging education in a diverse and supportive community committed to pluralism and a common set of values. Students pursue an integrated program of academic, artistic and athletic activities, preparing for college, lifelong learning and purposeful lives as community and global citizens. The school community is also guided by its Commitment to Pluralism and core values.
The Blake School believes that a diverse society enriches all individuals and communities. Diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, geography, religion, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and marital, parental or economic status forms the fabric of our society. As a result of these beliefs, The Blake School actively seeks students, families and employees who value and contribute to the fullness of a diverse community within the context of its mission. In doing so, we recognize our responsibility to help make each person's experience a success. EOE
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