School Teacher of Technology

Diocese of Harrisburg; McSherrystown (Adams County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Harrisburg's St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School in McSherrystown, PA, seeks an Elementary School Teacher of Technology to deliver technology and information systems education to students in a 10-month, full-time program.

The teacher will collaborate with faculty, support student learning, and model effective technology use in the classroom, library, and online environments while aligning with diocesan curricula and school standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education and/or teaching certificate, or technical degree with an education background, or related field.
• Experience with technology integration in classrooms is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty, parents, and diocese.

Responsibilities

• Teach Technology/Computer-related courses to students according to school and diocesan curricula.
• Model effective use of technology in the classroom and media center for teachers and students.
• Coordinate with School Principal and Technology Coordinator on curriculum integration and IT initiatives.

Skills

Keyboard skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of child growth and developm

Instructional strategies

Classroom management

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education and/or teaching certificate

Tools

Word processing software

Data management tools

Presentation software

Job description

Elementary School Teacher of Technology

Full-Time, 10-month

City & State: McSherrystown, PA

School: St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School "Doing Small Things with Great Love"

Job Grade: 14 FLSA Status: Exempt

NATURE OF POSITION:

Responsible for providing learning experiences in the field of technology or information systems classroom and supervision of students in a supportive and positive climate that develops in each student the skills, attitudes, and knowledge of school standards and expectations. Achieving academic excellence may require that the Technology Teacher work collaboratively with other members of the school faculty, staff and with parents.

REPORTING FUNCTION:

Reports to the Principal.

Job Description

Duties may include any of the following:

IT Support, Education and Training

• If a full-time employee, serve as a part-time IT Help Desk analyst.
• If a full-time employee, assist in the continual building of the IT knowledge base and ensure that its instructions are adequate and accurate.
• Pursue ongoing professional development as needed and approved.

IT Administration

• Attend IT Department meetings as needed.
• Attend Faculty meetings as needed.
• Attend the Information Technology advisory board meetings as needed.
• Assist in the development of the IT budget.

Academic

• Teach Technology/Computer-related courses to students according to school and diocesan curricula.
• Model effective use of technology in the classroom and media center for teachers and students.
• Oversee Web 2.0 technologies, such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and other social media, if the organization does not have an Information Technology Coordinator or Director.
• Provide School and community-wide resources and groups on cyber-Christian living, internet safety, and technology utilization by students and parents if the organization does not have an Information Technology Coordinator or Director.
• Coordinate/Assist School Principal, School Technology Coordinator, and/or Information Technology Director on Technology Education for students and curriculum integration.

POSITION ANALYSIS:

This position requires a mature, detail-oriented individual with above-average keyboard skills, excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, the ability to understand and follow instructions, as well as work independently. The person should possess an overall knowledge of school operations. Position requires knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning. This position also requires the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information literacy, visual and audio presentations, communication, and troubleshooting skills. Cordial and effective communication with priests, parents, students, and faculty, vendors, committee members, officers of church councils, and Diocesan office personnel is an ongoing necessity. This person should be a self-starter, capable of independent problem-solving and decision-making within the scope of authority provided.

Eduational/Work Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education and/or teaching certificate, or technical degree with an education background, or related field.