Technology Coordinator

SUMMARY: The Technology Coordinator oversees, coordinates, and supports the use of all technology at the ESC, including both hardware and software. This position came about due to the need for providing both technical and creative guidance to schools on implementing technology that could be sustained and managed per a district's size and resources. In accordance with state law, grants are provided to all ESC’s (Education Service Cooperatives) in the State to provide and maintain a technology training center to support the APSCN network and its applications as well as help districts maintain that connectivity. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

At Arch Ford:

• Manage and maintain the Co-op LAN


• Manage and maintain Co-op’s Google domain and email accounts 


• Almost all tech purchasing, repair and maintenance


• E-Rate application assistance


• Co-op Website assistance


• Tech assistance for all Co-op employees


• Assistance to ALE & HUB administrators and teachers


• Device repair for ALE & HUB staff and student devices


• Attend Co-op Tech Coordinator meetings and complete requirements for the job as outlined by ADE


• Facilitate Co-op Tech Coordinator meetings (held here at AF)


• Plan and coordinate summer technology PD


• Present Technology PD sessions


• Speak to Superintendents or other groups when needed


• Attend Specialist’s Meetings and work with them on technology skills


• Facilitate Library Media Specialist Group - meets once per semester and corresponds through Google Group with updates and relevant information


• Facilitate Arch Ford Region Techs - meets at least 4 times yearly or more when there is relevant information 


• Technology setup for workshops


• Maintain AF Summer PD application 

For the Districts:

• Gather information upon request and disseminate relevant information and mandates to member school districts. 


• Help districts understand, stay informed and compliant on tech issues


• Communicate with Administrators and Tech Coordinators for compliance and info


• Provide training and meetings for district Tech Coordinators


• Provide training and meeting space for district Library Media Specialists


• Meet at the district with different technology teacher teams upon request


• Provide PD at the district upon request


• Assist with assessment testing needs - tech and testing coordinator


• Assist with district E-Rate needs


• Find information, answer emails


• Maintain and enroll drivers in the bus driver online course training modules

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional Certification - preferred Masters in Education with a minimum of Bachelors in Education or computer experience


• Experience in the K-12 education system as mentor, leader, technical advisor and direct skills in the field


• Specialized knowledge in understanding networks, computers and software applications especially related to the   K-12 education field.


• Broad understanding of the State network (Arkansas) as it pertains to the K-12 system and use of APSCN/eFinance, eSchool and other data platforms


• Skills in analytical thinking, meshing required technologies for best compatibility, and system platform integration.


• Creativity and innovation are helpful


• Ability to converse with peers professionally, offer help timely in progressing growth of networks and applications


• Listen to needs and adopt appropriate responses,


• Be inquisitive and be available for consultations and assist as needed and required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Coordinator will be required to stand for longer periods of time to provide professional learning opportunities to teachers (approximately 6 hours per day), walk to interact with teachers, sit, stoop, or crouch


• Use of hands to handle or feel, type, and pick up objects, and reach with hands and arms


• Effective Oral and Written Communication  


• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer.


• Ability to drive to provide support on-site for districts


• Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds