Educational Technology Specialist

Description

Valley Beth Shalom Harold M. Schulweis Day School, a K-6 Solomon Schechter elementary school with approximately 250 students, offers a forward-thinking education and enriching foundation for life’s journey. Students thrive in an environment that focuses on academic excellence, technology leadership, arts and athletics, strong Jewish values, a dynamic community, and personal growth. Students reach their learning potential guided by talented teachers through individual learning approaches and small group instruction. 

Teaching responsibilities include (but are not limited to): 

Technology Director 
● Help develop the vision and implementation of the technology program in coordination with administration 
● Provide professional development for faculty and administration- both workshop presentations and consultation 
● Create, introduce, implement and follow up with existing and new AUPs (Acceptable Use Policies) 
● Oversee the use and development of the Innovation Lab 
● Assist in developing strategies for the use of technology in the new 21st Century Library and Israel Interactive Center 

Technology Teacher 
● Teach technology classes to students in grades K-6 
● Integrate technology with General and Judaic Studies Directors, teachers and the Curriculum Coordinator 
● Meet with teachers, general and Judaic, on an ongoing basis to find ways to integrate technology into existing and new curricula 
● Help develop and utilize iPad and laptop integration throughout the grade levels and subject areas 
● Help to establish goals, timelines and skills needed to complete multimedia projects 
● Teach keyboarding 
● Attend and support presentations, both in school and at evening events 

IT Support 
● Work with IT Director to help support teachers 

Technology Task Force 
● Serve on Technology Task Force 

Yearbook Coordinator 
● Coordinate the creation of the school’s annual yearbook with the Art Specialist 
● Work with committee members as assigned 

ERB Testing Support 
● Help support online testing with the Director of General Studies and IT Director. 

Robotics Team Coordinator 
● Conduct weekly after school club sessions 
● Attend one to two competitions per year on Sundays 

Additional Duties and Responsibilities: 
● Meet with the Curriculum Coordinator, and Directors of General and Judaic Studies for curriculum planning and implementation 

● Additional responsibilities as determined by the Head of School 

Qualifications: 
● Experience in teaching technology as a separate or integrated subject 
● Bachelor's degree or equivalent from four-year college or university required 
● Teaching credential and experience in elementary grades required 
● Certifications and membership in technology organizations preferred

Contact

Human Resources
resumes@vbsds.org