Supervisor of Instruction – Educational Technologies and Media

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Leonardtown (MD)

On-site

USD 114,000 - 149,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

St. Mary's County Public Schools is seeking a seasoned Supervisor of Instruction – Educational Technologies and Media to lead instructional technology initiatives and data-informed instruction across the district.

The role emphasizes collaboration, staff development, and effective Schoology implementation in PK-12 settings. The position requires a Master’s degree and an Advanced Professional Certificate or License, plus an Administrator I endorsement and at least five years of teaching

Qualifications

Master's degree.
Advanced Professional Certificate or License.
Administrator I endorsement.
Minimum of five (5) years of effective teaching experience at the (elementary/middle/high) school level.
Must possess a valid driver’s license with no more than four Maryland current points and a clean driving history for five years.

Responsibilities

Participates in identifying and assessing the Library/Media PK-12 curricular and instructional needs of students, community, and school system.
Serves as an educational leader and oversees the implementation and efficient integration of all educational technology.
Develops system instructional technology goals, objectives, and plans to ensure fidelity to curricular initiatives.
Assists the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, the Department of Special Education, and other departments in best practices for Schoology usage.
Coordinates program implementation and prepares required reports in a timely manner.
Represents the system at state and local meetings to share instructional and curricular information.

Education

Master's degree

Advanced Professional Certificate or License

Administrator I endorsement

Job description

Supervisor of Instruction – Educational Technologies and Media

St. Mary's County Public Schools

Department of Accountability & Reporting - Leonardtown, Maryland

Job Details

Job ID:5868951

Starting Date:Immediately

Job Description

Requisition: 12449

Current benefited staff of SMCPS who submit a timely application and meet the minimum qualifications for the position shall be granted an interview and shall be considered to fill the vacancy prior to external applicants being considered. Questions regarding your application and/or candidacy should be directed to the Department of Human Resources.

Position: Supervisor of Instruction – Educational Technologies and Media

Location: Department of Accountability and Reporting

Salary: The salary for this EXEMPT position will be based on SMASA salary schedule for eleven and twelve-month employees – Range D. ($114,168-$148,962)

Effective: August 2026

NATURE OF WORK

Under the direction of the Director of Accountability and Reporting, the Supervisor of Instruction – Educational Technologies and Media will be responsible for instructional programs and analyzing and interpreting data to inform instruction. This position will require collaboration between various departments and school locations throughout the system. In addition to data analysis and Library/Media instruction, the supervisor will be responsible for coordinating and enhancing online learning programs. Primary responsibilities also include leading staff development and supporting staff in the use of various educational technologies. The position is an integral part of the instructional program for all students, staff, and parents/guardians. The incumbent will demonstrate the ability to multitask, handle multiple budgets, address various initiatives, and professionally coordinate with various stakeholders, representing the system and programs in a positive manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community members
Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
Ability to use technology effectively to complete tasks
Ability to report to work daily and on time
Ability to oversee and provide direction to the designated department (personnel support for certificated and non-certificated employees)
Ability to plan and implement short and long-range objectives that relate to the departmental and system-wide objectives
Ability to lead, support the staff, and communicate professionally and effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, colleagues, and the community
Ability to demonstrate excellent leadership and organizational skills, and the ability to motivate people and facilitate productive academic/organizational change
Possess excellent time management skills and the ability to take initiative and make decisions within assigned responsibility in a challenging, fast-paced professional environment, and be flexible in work responsibilities and hours
Possess thorough knowledge of applicable Maryland laws, State Board of Education rules and regulations, Board of Education policies and regulations, regulations and procedures, and contractual obligations

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Planning and Development

Participates in identifying and assessing the Library/Media PK-12 curricular and instructional needs of students, community, and school system with extensive knowledge of the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) standards; reviews and develops local assessments

SUPERVISOR OF INSTRUCTION – EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES AND MEDIA

Serves as an educational leader and oversees the implementation and efficient integration of all educational technology

Develops system instructional technology goals, objectives, and plans to ensure fidelity to SMCPS curricular initiatives

Assists the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, the Department of Special Education, and other departments and sites in best practices for the use of Schoology

Provides troubleshooting assistance to all staff in the areas of digital integration within Schoology

Provides leadership and support in program implementation and prepares required reports in a timely manner

Works with appropriate staff to plan strategies to achieve student success in identified outcomes

Sets focus of curriculum by being knowledgeable about current trends in the areas of responsibility

Assists in coordinating school programs with appropriate local, state, and federal programs and/or regulations

Models and supports the integration of instructional and educational technologies and online blended learning to support student learning

Compiles and analyzes data from various sources to make informed decisions related to the curriculum, instructional program, staff professional development, and viability of various instructional technologies

Accesses Performance Matters and conducts analysis of local, state, and national assessment/test data; communicates results at the instructional program level for each building team to assist in the improvement of data-driven instructional decision-making

Stays current on matters related to federal, state, and local curriculum, content, objectives, policies, regulations, and procedures

Engages with teacher teams to develop a collaborative approach to reviewing data

Personnel Management and Services

Assists in interviewing and assigning instructional personnel, as needed

Collaborates in the planning and implementation of system-wide orientation for appropriate personnel

Establishes effective working relationships with instructional personnel

Conducts observations and conferences with library/media teachers to promote professional growth

Serves as a resource to administrators and instructional staff to promote continuous improvement

Serves as the main point of contact for educational technologies such as Schoology

Designs, develops, and delivers professional development while providing administrative support to secondary teachers in the use of educational technology

Embraces and models access and equity among instructional programs Administration

Plans, conducts, and/or participates in professional development and meetings including MSDE meetings

Schedules and coordinates the services of other system personnel and outside partners and consultants

Represents the system at state and local meetings and conferences to give and receive instructional and curricular information

Plans, develops, and coordinates the publication of curricular materials

Presents information verbally, in writing, and through presentations in a professional, clear, and concise manner

Responds to issues and inquiries from internal and external parties

Collaborates in the transition planning (year-to-year) for students with various SMCPS stakeholders; this would include working with various members of DAA, DCI, and school-based leadership on the appropriate academic placement for students using student lagging data to drive decisions

Procuring and Allocating Resources

Assists in the identification and procurement of grant funding, as appropriate

Reviews instructional budget requests from schools

Tracks and maintains an accurate accounting of allocated budgets and assists in the preparation of the instructional budget for schools, as needed

Coordinates evaluation and selection of instructional material and equipment

Assists in the preparation of bid lists for materials and equipment

Reviews and controls, as appropriate, expenditures of allocated funds for all areas of responsibility

Coordinates large-scale curricular purchase orders and dissemination to schools

Community - Public Relations

Assists in informing the public concerning assigned areas

Assists in establishing procedures as appropriate for soliciting, receiving, assessing, and acting upon community comments/suggestions

Prepares material for public information and awareness to include effective communication with parents/guardians, students, and staff to ensure awareness of all events with the Library Media, Online Learning, and all year-to-year student transitions

Interacting and Articulating within the School System

Receives and transmits communications related to policies, procedures, programs, and operations within the school system

Interacts in committees to help develop curricula; proposes and clarifies policies and procedures; establishes goals, objectives, and beliefs; receives information; and plans strategies

Facilitates and/or participates in committees, meetings, and other partnership activities as required (both during the regularly scheduled workday and/or evening and weekend events) Evaluating Programs and Personnel

Evaluating Programs and Personnel

Performs a continuous evaluation of programs and participates in special evaluations

Assists in the formal and informal observation and evaluation of instructional personnel

Collaborates with administrators, Library/Media Specialists, and other staff to ensure infrastructure and tools are available to carry out school and technology initiatives

Performs a continuous evaluation of the Central Cataloging position in DAR

Collaborates with instructional departments to identify “at-promise” students who are currently underperforming and works on transition planning with various stakeholders, which would include appropriate placement and support of these students at critical junctures in their academic careers (such as at 6th and 9th grade)

Leadership in Interpersonal Relations

Demonstrates strong public relations skills when dealing with students, parents, and the community

Interacts with staff positively and productively, which fosters instructional improvement

Serves as a mediator in resolving conflicts

Demonstrates positive human relations skills

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Master's degree
Advanced Professional Certificate or License
Administrator I endorsement
Minimum of five (5) years of effective teaching experience at the (elementary/middle/high) school level
Must possess a valid driver’s license with no more than four (4) Maryland current points. The applicant must not be convicted, pleaded guilty or nolo contendere, or received a probation before judgment or stet docket entry for any alcohol or controlled substances offense under federal or state law for a minimum of five (5) years prior to the use of a Board-owned vehicle. (Board Policy EEBA)

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