Elementary Technology Teacher (Leave Replacement)

Scarsdale Public Schools; Village of Scarsdale (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Scarsdale Public Schools seeks an innovative K-5 probationary Leave Replacement Technology Teacher for Greenacres Elementary School. You will integrate technology with the curriculum, deliver engaging lessons, and collaborate with classroom teachers to meet district technology goals.

Under supervision, you will support project-based learning, develop instructional materials, and participate in district professional development to enhance technology integration across grade levels.

Qualifications

• Understand coding, media literacy, and digital ethics per the district technology plan.
• Understand constructivist teaching models like Harvard Creative Computing Curriculum.
• Understand instructional learning and SAMR framework for tech integration.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to implement project-based technology instruction.
• Co-plan and co-teach lessons to deliver integrated technology across core curriculum.
• Develop and deliver tutorials, presentations, and handouts for technology use.
• Lead professional learning for staff to build capacity in instructional technology.
• Coordinate with administration to plan and support district technology programs.
• Assist with equipment and provide tech support during instruction when needed.

Skills

Coding concepts

Media literacy

Digital ethics

Education

NY Permanent/Professional Certification for Elementary Level

NY Educational Technology Specialist certification preferred

Job description

Elementary Technology Teacher

Scarsdale School District is seeking a talented, dynamic, and innovative K-5 probationary Leave Replacement Technology Teacher for Greenacres Elementary School. Greenacres elementary school is a dynamic neighborhood school that spans grades K-5 with an approximate enrollment of approximately 450 students. We offer rich and varied educational programs, along with an active, supportive parent body. The successful candidate will provide classroom instruction to students and collaborate with classroom teachers to support the instructional technology expectations outlined in the District Technology Plan.

Scarsdale Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Studies have shown that women and individuals from underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply for positions unless they meet every listed qualification. We are committed to attracting and hiring talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and recognize that the best candidate may not meet every preferred qualification.

General Overview

Under the general supervision of the building Principal and in collaboration with the Director of Instructional Technology, the Technology Teacher supports the integration of technology with curriculum in the elementary school.

Core Area Of Responsibility Include

• Collaborative Instruction and Coaching
• A significant portion of the technology teacher's time will be to provide instruction to students and collaborate with teachers and the building librarian to implement project-based instruction
• Co-plan and co-teach lessons / units with classroom teachers, librarians, and other teaching staff to deliver integrated curriculum to students
• Develop and deliver presentations, tutorials and/or handouts to support teacher and student use of technology within core curriculum activities
• Collaborate with the technology department to create cohesive instructional plans and develop professional development classes/courses/opportunities for teachers
• Facilitate professional learning for teachers and/or grade level teams as well as support staff to build capacity and expertise in the use of instructional technology
• Collaborate with building and district administration to design, implement and support learning opportunities for teachers and support staff
• Collaborate with district and building administration, PTA officers, and others in arranging informative instructional technology programs in the schools
• Research and Development
• Research and develop new integrations and innovations with emerging technology
• Facilitate the building-based technology committee to provide input and feedback for instructional technology decisions for the school and district
• Attend related meetings such as the K-12 Technology Committee or other building committee meetings to advocate for the meaningful integration of technology with curriculum
• Continue to grow professionally in learning new approaches to teaching and learning and in collaboration with colleagues through programs supported by the District, such as team meetings, workshops, and conferences
• Technical Management
• Shared supervision and management of building-based technology aide
• Support technical aspects of instruction, if needed, when technical support services is unavailable
• Coordinate with the Technical Services department to ensure equipment is installed, maintained, repaired, and inventoried according to school and district needs
• Coordinate with Data Services and technical services to ensure rosters for instructional platformers are updated

Qualifications

• Understand principles of coding, media literacy, and digital ethics as outlined through learning standards in our technology plan, such as the NYS Computer Science and Digital Fluency and ISTE standards
• Understand effective technology-based constructivist teaching models, like the Harvard Creative Computing Curriculum
• Understand instructional professional learning models as well as instructional technology integration frameworks like the SAMR model

Certification

• Hold, or be eligible for, NY Permanent/Professional Certification for Elementary Level (any discipline)
• NY Educational Technology Specialist certification preferred.

FLSA Status

Exempt