Emerging Technology Specialist

Educational Service Center of Central Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Service Center of Central Ohio seeks an Emerging Technology Specialist to lead AI literacy initiatives, design professional learning, and advise districts on responsible AI adoption. You will guide governance practices and help build district capacity for ethical technology use.

You will partner with educators and administrators to develop readiness plans, evaluate tools, and deliver impactful professional development that enhances teaching, learning, and operations across the region.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of AI concepts and educational applications.
• Experience planning and delivering professional development for adult learners.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Willingness to travel within the ESCCO service region.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation and technical assistance to member districts on AI literacy and emerging technologies.
• Design, develop, and deliver professional learning on AI literacy and emerging technologies.
• Assist with AI readiness plans, governance, and policy guidance for districts.
• Support districts in evaluating AI tools for educational and operational use.
• Develop AI-related resources and best practices; collaborate with district leaders and stakeholders.

Skills

AI literacy concepts

Adult learning facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Communication and presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Emerging Technology Specialist provides leadership, consultation, professional learning, and technical assistance to ESCCO staff and member districts in the responsible use and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies that impact learning and teaching. This position supports educators, administrators, and organizational leaders by designing professional development, facilitating collaborative networks, assisting with AI policy and governance, and helping districts build capacity to use AI and other emerging technologies ethically and effectively to improve teaching, learning, communication, productivity, and operations.

Salary

$90,000

Position Details

Full-time, In-person

Essential Functions

Member District Support

• Provide consultation and technical assistance to member districts regarding AI literacy, implementation strategies, and emerging technologies.
• Partner with district leaders to develop AI readiness plans and implementation frameworks.
• Assist districts in evaluating AI tools and resources for educational and operational use.
• Support the development of district AI governance practices, guidelines, and responsible-use protocols.
• Facilitate strategic discussions regarding the impact of AI and other emerging technologies on teaching, learning, assessment, and workforce readiness.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with district leaders and stakeholders.

Professional Learning

• Assess district needs and identify appropriate professional learning to support collaborative webinars, workshops, etc.
• Design, develop, and deliver professional learning opportunities related to AI literacy and emerging technologies.
• Facilitate workshops, webinars, conferences, institutes, and job-alike networking opportunities.
• Provide coaching and ongoing support to educators, instructional coaches, and administrators.
• Develop resources, guides, online learning materials, and best-practice examples.
• Differentiated learning experiences to meet varying levels of understanding and adoption.

Curriculum, Instruction, And Assessment

• Support educators with integrating AI literacy concepts and other emerging technologies into instructional practices and curriculum.
• Promote responsible and ethical use of AI and other tech tools within educational environments.
• Assist districts in examining the impact of AI and other emerging technologies on assessment design, academic integrity, digital citizenship, and information literacy.
• Support innovative instructional practices that prepare students for a successful future in a technology-dependent environment.

Leadership And Innovation

• Maintain knowledge of emerging AI technologies, educational trends, legislation, and best practices.
• Represent ESCCO at local, regional, state, and national meetings and conferences.
• Collaborate with educational organizations, higher education institutions, and industry partners.
• Contribute to the development and expansion of ESCCO AI-related services and initiatives.
• Assist with grant opportunities, special projects, and strategic planning efforts.

Additional Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Achievement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, Educational Technology, Computer Science, Instructional Design, Information Technology, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in PK-12 education, educational technology, digital learning, professional development, or related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of AI concepts and educational applications.
• Experience planning and delivering professional development for adult learners.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the ESCCO service region.

Performance Evaluations

Job performance is evaluated according to the policy provisions adopted by the Governing Board of the EDUCATIONAL SERVICE CENTER OF CENTRAL OHIO.

Conduct

Each staff member shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance and abuse of any prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the Agency.

Terms Of Employment

Each staff member shall be a role model for students to conduct themselves as citizens and responsible, intelligent human beings. Each staff member has a legal responsibility to help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.

The employees are responsible for maintaining proper certification/licensure and initiating the renewal process in sufficient time to receive the updated certificate/license before the present certificate/license expires.

The Educational Service Center of Central Ohio Governing Board does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, or age in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.