JOB DETAILS
The Instructional Technology position is multifaceted and includes teaching as well as coteaching. This teacher will model creative problem solving, critical thinking and flexibility necessary for success in our diverse and changing world.
This position includes using the Microsoft Office 365 Suite to teach computer, technology, keyboarding and coding skills to students in grades PK-5.
The teacher will collaborate with teachers and building leaders to effectively integrate technology in instruction across all content areas as well as developing best practices in technology usage.
In conjunction with the Curriculum Office, this teacher will develop and implement staff development in the area of technology.
LPS is committed to using innovation instruction and integrated technology to equip our students and teachers with the skills necessary to be successful in the 21st century.
SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Remain up-to-date regarding curriculum content and advancements in technology.
- Develop and implement technology lessons at each grade level (PK 5).
- Plan collaboratively to implement innovative technology lessons across content areas to be cotaught.
- Develop and implement professional development.
- Maintain technology inventory in classrooms, computer labs, and mobile labs.
- Ensure computer equipment in the building is functioning properly or request support from HelpDesk in a timely manner.
- Be part of the team working with educators and other specialists in the area of technology integration.
- Encourage creativity in students.
- Support teachers in gaining independence in troubleshooting technology problems.
- Identify varying teaching methods for students who learn differently.
- Other duties as assigned
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :
- As negotiated with Lynn School Committee and Lynn Teachers Union.
- 180 days per year
- Teacher Salary Estimator
BENEFITS : The City of Lynn offers comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits; Harvard Pilgrim PPO / HMO, Altus Dental High / Low, and Vision.
Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan (FSA) as well as Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability are available on a voluntary basis.
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, including a drug test, National fingerprint-based Criminal Background Check (NCBC), and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI).
All MUST be completed PRIOR to the start of employment.
Non-Discrimination Policy It is the policy of the Lynn Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, home status or disability in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its program and activities in compliance with Title VI and VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and M.
G.L., Ch.76. Sec.5, M.G.L., Ch. 151B, and M.G.L., Ch.151C.