Instructional Technology Specialist (PROGRAM COORDINATOR I-Instructional Services)

Capital Region BOCES; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with 76% premium coverage

Professional development opportunities

14 paid holidays and 4 weeks of vacation

Membership in a public pension-based retirement system

Job summary

Capital Region BOCES is seeking an Instructional Technology Specialist to join their team focused on integrating instructional technology in schools. This position is vital for providing effective solutions surrounding educational software and services within partner districts.

You will support various classroom software products, facilitate workshops, and work closely with district personnel to enhance technology use for better student outcomes. Capital Region BOCES offers excellent job satisfaction, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a classroom teacher or training educators on educational software.
• Ability to create and deliver training in person and via web-conferencing.
• Passion to positively impact student achievement through technology.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom and school-based instructional software products.
• Facilitate workshops and software user groups for educators.
• Collaborate with staff and vendors to deliver training sessions.

Skills

Training delivery

Communication

Educational technology

Collaboration

Education

College Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Capital Region BOCES provides both educational programs and educational support services, including an extensive IT division (NERIC) that serves over 150 school districts locally and statewide. We are preparing students & educators for success and we employ hundreds of individuals who support that mission. Our team ensures that educational programs are administered, and schools run efficiently and effectively so our kids receive a world-class education. They are guided by 5 commitments that support their mission and purpose- Service, Value, Excellence, Improvement and Leadership.

What you will do:

As an Instructional Technology Specialist, you will be part of a dedicated team focused on the integration of instructional technology in schools. This team plays a key role in providing comprehensive, impactful and efficient solutions surrounding the use of educational software and services within our partner school districts. In your role, you can expect the following

• Your day will be busy supporting a variety of classroom and school-based instructional software products. This involves collaborating with district staff and software vendors, delivering training sessions, offering ongoing support to district users and assisting in the procurement of software products for subscribing districts.
• You’ll be part of a dedicated team that contributes to NERIC’s Model School Services; a regional program that helps districts evaluate, plan and integrate technology into their curricula to enhance student achievement.
• You will facilitate workshops and software user groups for educators, administrators, support staff, and other district stakeholders to better ensure they maximize their use of instructional technology.
• You will use your expertise in instructional practices, technology and innovation to support the evolving needs of districts, helping to adapt NERIC’s services as technology tools and instructional requirements evolve.

Why this is a great job:

You will make a difference! You will be working with a close-knit team that is very collaborative. At the end of each day, you will leave your office with a sense of satisfaction that you made an impact on technology in education. Along with great job satisfaction, you will receive:

• Platinum level, co-pay-based health insurance program; individual or family options available and BOCES pays 76% of the premium.
• Amazing professional development opportunities to stay on top of industry trends and best practices.
• Extremely generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays, four weeks of vacation and a separate bank of sick/personal time.
• Membership in a public, pension-based retirement system.

What you bring to our team:

• College Degree in Education, Instructional/Educational Technology or related field with at least 3 years of experience as a classroom teacher leading the use of technology or experience training educators on the use of educational software and technology.
• Your ability to effectively create and deliver training both in person and via web-conferencing.
• Your ability to communicate effectively with school personnel and administrators.
• Passion to have a positive impact on student achievement through effective use of technological resources.
• A valid driver license (as this position may require occasional local and regional travel).

Where you can apply:

Qualified submissions will be considered for all available vacancies. As a public employer, we fall under the jurisdiction of Albany County Civil Service. This terrific opportunity would be an appointment under the title ‘Program Coordinator I-Instructional Services’.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we invite you to view our policy, go to our website at www.capitalregionboces.org/employment/.