Teacher - Instructional Technology Resource (ITRT)

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORKUnder the supervision of the Principal, the Instructional Technology Resource Reacher (ITRT) provides on-site, job-embedded professional development for teachers to support the improvement of student learning through the use of technology tools and practices. As an instructional technology professional development coach, the ITRT assists teachers with the integration of technology in the classroom, trains teachers to use technology in an effective and productive manner, and assists with curriculum development as it relates to educational technology and academic standards. The ITRT is responsible for modeling instructional and technology integration with students, teachers, and administrators while providing training and professional development to teachers, developing curriculum related to technology initiatives with their instructional colleagues, or performing similar kinds of duties and responsibilities as the school division may deem appropriate.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProvide direct support to the classroom teacher for the utilization of technology tools and resources to support instruction in the classroomConsult and collaborate directly with teachers and school personnel, and work with students for the purpose of modeling or demonstrating a lesson for a teacherCollaborate and assist teachers in integrating appropriate technology tools in the curriculum to enhance teaching and learningDesign and implement high quality technology professional development opportunities throughout the school year for teachers and staff to use technology in an effective mannerDevelop a rich library of curriculum-driven support materials and technology-enhanced resources for grade levels and subject areas for teachersResearch and develop methods of academic standards and curriculum with effective technology-based teaching and learning strategies to improve student achievementAssist schools in developing and implementing short-term and long-term learning goals into school improvement plans to support student achievement objectives and proficienciesFacilitate the school and division wide technology integration effort in promoting 21st century teaching and learning skillsPerform other duties as assignedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESMust have a strong foundation in pedagogy and teaching methodologies and be skilled about the integration of technology into the curriculumMust be able to communicate effectively with adult and student learnersEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEMust hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license, in a core academic disciplineMust have a minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience in the K-12 curriculum