Assistant Director - Office of Educational Technology

Job Description

With the Director, the Assistant Director will be responsible for the development, management, and evaluation of all instructional technology services and technologies that support teaching and learning.

The Assistant Director must have a thorough understanding of the role and purpose of instructional technology and a vision for how instructional technology can strengthen and support teaching and learning.

The Assistant Manager must be able to successfully work with a diverse group of individuals.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assist the Director to foster a shared vision of role of digital-age resources to meet and exceed learning goals, support effective instructional practice, and maximize performance of district and school leaders
• Assist the Director to develop, implement, and communicate a Technology Plan
• At the direction of the Director, provide coaching and consultation to district and school based administrators to support and model the use of instructional technology.
• Assist the Director to coordinate professional development related to technology integration, instruction, assessment, and digital learning
• At the direction of the Director, contribute information, including research and / or assessments, to the selection of technologies that enhance instructional design and delivery -

Assist the Director to ensure equitable access to technology for all learners

At the direction of the Director, work with the office of Information Technology to evaluate current technology practices, hardware, software and systems. Make recommendations to

improve modernization, consistency, function and efficiency and to ensure online communications, website and mobile materials are ADA compliant and adhere to all legal standards

• At the direction of the Director, support appropriate online and social media presence for the purpose of sharing information about the district and promoting successes of the district’s staff and students
• At the direction of the Director, participate in local, state, and national professional networks to contribute to and benefit from advancements and trends in the field of education
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

1. Master’s Degree

2. Demonstrated leadership and commitment to the success of students

3. Demonstrated knowledge of effective curriculum and instructional practices which promote achievement of all learners

4. Demonstrated skills in and knowledge of an array of current educational technology hardware, equipment, and software

5. Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate in written and verbal form to a variety of stakeholders

6. Valid MA DESE certification as Supervisor / Director or Principal / Assistant Principal

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

1. Experience in a building-based or district leadership role

2. Minimum 3 years classroom teaching experience in Massachusetts K-12 public education 3. Experience successfully training adult learners new skills

3. Ability to speak Albanian, Arabic, Nepali, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, or an African Language

SALARY : Based on the Appropriate Lane and Step on the Appendix (V) Salary Schedule - Unit B

WORK YEAR : This is a 221 day position. The work year for this position is 180 pupil session days, plus 41 non-pupil session days.

This deadline does not preclude further advertisement or recruitment.

Position Type : Full-time

Positions Available : 1

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TheWorcester Public Schools provides equal access to employment and the fullrange of general, occupational and vocational education programs.

For moreinformation relating to Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action contact theHuman Resource Manager, 20 Irving Street, Worcester, MA 01609,508-799-3020.

Job Requirements

To maximize the effectiveness of your application, it is recommended that you provide a cover letter which describes the specific training and experience that you have for the position(s) that you are applying for and that you ensure that the certification information in your SchoolSpring profile is updated.

Your MA DESE certification number will allow us to verify that you possess the correct license. Please ensure that your SchoolSpring resume, specifically, is updated as this will be used to determine your Degree and Step placement on the salary schedule.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Application Questions

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1. Have you ever been terminated for cause from a prior position? If so please explain.

Brief Response (Answer limited TO 200characters, including spaces)

2. Have you ever worked for the Worcester Public Schools? When? What capacity?

Brief Response (Answer limited TO 200characters, including spaces)

3. Do you have any relatives employed by the Worcester Public Schools or the School Committee? If yes, please list name, title, and relationship.

Yes / No