Technology Specialist 1.0 FTE

Posted: Continuous 2012-06-08
Available: July 1, 2012 Closes: 06/20/2012
Pennoyer School
 

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Mission Statement

At Pennoyer School, we are dedicated to the development of our children academically, emotionally, and socially. We must prepare our students to become life-long learners, positive contributors of our community and responsible citizens of a global society.


Description:
The technology specialist will provide direct service to students, staff, and the school district. He/She will possess or be working toward industry certifications or training on systems. He/She will have broad experiences with technology support and evidence of successful experience in technology hardware support. Team work and collaboration and the ability to train students and staff will be essential elements of this position. The technology facilitator will serve as a support staff team member who directly supports school, district, systems, and general technology operations in the district as a team member with direction from the library/media specialist, the principal, or other administrative personnel.
Job Summary:

1. Assist the library media specialist and other certified school personal with duties and tasks related to the District technology program.

2. Oversee the computer lab and mobile labs and library resource center.

3. Implement technology oriented modules designed by the librarian and classroom teachers.

4. Assist students and staff in using technology resources.

5. Work with students in engaging learning and technology enhanced projects.

6. Support technology staff development within the building/district, support webpage development and maintenance.

7. Assist teachers and students in attaining technology competencies. 

8. Troubleshoot and maintain hardware problems, including maintenance of student and staff network accounts.

9. Become familiar with building software used by students and staff, and instruct in its usage. 

10. Install and update software, inventory, check out, repair and maintain technology equipment . 

11. Oversee student use of the Internet and network in accordance with the Acceptable Use Policy.

12. Collaborate to contribute for effective technology use across the District.

13. Participate in technology committee & promote the implementation of District’s technology plan

14. Lead reading groups with students

15. Perform tasks in the library beyond technology; i.e. circulation, research support, inventory control, ordering, small / whole group direction

16. Work on the network, website, manage iOS as well as Windows XP, 7, Servers

17. Experience with managed wireless, virtual server environment, CIPA filter compliance, VM Ware

17. Perform other tasks as required/directed.


Qualifications:

1. Ability to serve as a role model of good character for children

2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

3. Working knowledge of technology, including computers, software, peripheral devices; knowledge of websites and servers is desired

4. Flexibility and a willingness to learn 

5. Highly positive attitude with excellent work habits

6. Able to work cooperatively and pleasantly with students, staff, and public

7. Highly professional language and demeanor

8. Appreciation of cultural diversity 

9. Bachelor's degree strongly preferred


Working Conditions:
Salary: Commensurate with experience; plus excellent benefits including individual health and dental insurance (PPO has a monthly cost and HMO is fully paid for by the Board of Education), IMRF Retirement Pension Service Credit, paid sick, personal, and bereavement leave, and other benefits in a 8.5 hours, 8 hours paid work day, for 200 days per year

Application Procedure:

Apply on line https://pennoyerschool.humanexventures.com/?ret=%2Fapply by completing the on line application and uploading support materials. Please do not call, email, or send any paper materials.

Selection Procedure:

The selection team will review on line applications and supporting materials and the team will call some individuals in for interviews. After initial interviews, candidates meet with the Superintendent who may recommend the individual for hire by the Board of Education.

 


Pennoyer School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

Pennoyer School District #79


5200 N. Cumberland Avenue
Norridge, IL 60706
Suburban · Public



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