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Additional Information:

The Educational Technology Specialist is primarily responsible to the Coordinator of Learning and Instruction. The Educational Technology Specialist is responsible for delivery of educational technology resources and services that will support teachers’ educational technology needs, organizational goals, and objectives across MESC as well as some data organization, licensing, and development of resources. This position works closely with other members of the Learning Services branch to ensure that the educational software and instructional strategies used by MESC staff effectively promote student learning and success. 

As an employee in the organization, you will model the intent of the Maskwacis Declaration on Education and the core values of Wahkohtowin, Iyiniw Mamotohnehickikan, Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin, and Nehiyawewin.

Responsibilities

The Educational Technology  Specialist is primarily responsible to the Coordinator of Learning and Instruction. 

The Educational Technology Specialist  is  responsible for: 

1. Coaching school-based staff (school leaders, teachers, and educational assistants) on effective use of educational technology tools and platforms. 
2. Maintaining notes and records.
3. Collaborating with teachers to identify, recommend and create learning materials and activities to improve learning outcomes.  
4. Supporting teachers in reaching their professional and instructional goals in educational technology.
5. Maintenance and enforcement of standards and procedures that adhere to ethical use and copyright laws.
6. Create technology acceptable use AP and forms as required.
7. Audit educational technology resources that support teaching and learning and recommend applicable solutions for use in schools.
8. Developing, designing, and delivering professional learning to MESC staff on using different educational technology tools and platforms. 
9. Coordinating and liaising with vendors and service providers to recommend efficient and cost-effective acquisition of proprietary and open-source education software purchases; managing the installation, licensing, warranties, and service agreements. 
10. Collaborating on the development of digital resources and technology-enhanced assessment practices that support student learning.
11. Maintain an in-depth operational knowledge of Google Workspace for Education Plus.
12. Identify, recommend, support and/or create interactive digital, instructional, and assessment tools. 
13. Collaborate with IT, teachers and school leaders in the identification of resources that are compatible with the school/system technology infrastructure.
14. Organize, populate and maintain digital reports as required. 
15. Remain abreast of the developments, trends, research, and innovations in education technology.
16. Assist the branch in the design, development and delivery of system wide communication and collaboration tools (ie. CIA website, Google Classroom, Google Shared Drives, Google Currents)
17. Model and promote continuous learning experiences through reflection, professional growth, and communication.
18. Collaborate on student achievement analytics and reporting including supporting staff with Dossier.
19. Supports the design, development and delivery of professional development in educational technology, including session evaluations for teachers and school leaders.

     20. Troubleshoot and provide direction for technology related initiatives including platform, hardware and application recommendations.

      21. Liaise with partners relating to digital assessment,  data management and reporting.

      22.Support the implementation of STEM programming in the schools

      23. Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education degree required or related degree
• A minimum of five (5) years of positive classroom experience is an asset
• Experience with instructional coaching and mentoring teachers toward strong, data-supported results.
• Strong understanding of curriculum and best practices in planning, assessment, and instruction.
• Experience working with a wide range of software, including proprietary and open-source, productivity suite, information management, audio/video editing, web design, and training programs are an asset

• Experience working with a wide range of hardware, including desktop computers, mobile devices, 3D Printers, STEM devices, printers and Promethean Boards is an asset

• Experience with the Google applications 
• Experience with learning management systems and applications

Working Conditions

• Travel may be required.
• Ability to attend and conduct presentations
• Over time as required

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills with students, parents, colleagues, and community members.
• Strong content knowledge and management.
• Flexible when dealing with changing priorities and conditions.
• Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity, showing respect to staff, parents, and community members
• Able to work well under pressure and meet set deadlines
• Good organizational, time management, and prioritizing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, solve problems, mediate conflict, and facilitate difficult conversations
• Models empathy, presence, approachability, and attentiveness to the needs of staff
• Commitment and ability to engage in continuing education 
• Ability to explain educational technology applications to non-technical audiences

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