Instructional Technology Specialist

JobID: 2778

Position Type:
Technology/Instructional Technology

Date Posted:
12/4/2025

Location:
District Wide

Date Available:
08/01/2026

Position:

Instructional Technology Specialist

To Whom Responsible:

Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction

For Whom/What Responsible:

Provide "visionary leadership" connecting technology to instruction and learning. Assist in the coordination of the district's Technology Plan. Develop and coordinate a district-wide program of technology-related staff development. Coordinate staff development/consultation programs which provide for the instructional needs of individual teachers on a daily basis. Keep the district knowledgeable of current local, state, and national instructional technology initiatives. Assistance in previewing and selecting software and other technology support materials. Locate and obtain sources of funding for technology and instructional innovation, and coordinate funded grant programs. Assist teachers in seeking grants for technology and instructional innovation. Help teachers and students integrate technology into the curriculum to achieve learning objectives. Assess and select technology tools, maintain infrastructure, and troubleshoot classroom-related technology problems.

Qualifications:

Degree: Minimum Bachelor's Degree with a valid Missouri teaching certificate required. Master's degree preferred in one of the following areas: Instructional Technology, Library Media Sciences, or Curriculum Instruction.

Preferred Experience:

Five years of successful classroom teaching, with extensive knowledge of instructional technology applications as well as instructional pedagogy, national and state reform efforts, and learning theory. Experience with staff development and conducting teacher training preferred.

Primary Responsibilities:

To coordinate all aspects of integration of technology into instruction, including staff development and assistance, keeping the district knowledgeable about current initiatives in instruction and technology, and obtaining grant funding for technology and instructional innovation.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

PERSONNEL

• Assist in the implementation of the district's long-range Technology Plan.

• Assist faculty in the integration of technology applications into the curriculum.

• Provide consultation for teachers to assist with technological applications, problems, and concerns on a daily basis.

• Assists teachers in developing curriculum materials and lesson plans that facilitate the implementation of the school technology plan.

• Assist faculty in obtaining grant funding for technology applications and instructional innovation.

• Supervise or collaborate with district staff to ensure that the purchase and installation of hardware and software for instructional purposes are completed, and that teachers using the items have the opportunity for assistance.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in professional growth activities.

• Demonstrates initiative and enthusiasm toward work.

• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships with students, staff and patrons.

• Follows the policies and procedures of the school district.

• Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility.

• Conducts self at all times as a representative of the school.

• Completes duties and responsibilities as assigned.

CURRICULUM

• Research and recommend technology and related support materials for curricular needs.

• Consult with curriculum committees and instructional coaches to ensure technology applications are effectively integrated into all programs.

• Serve as a professional resource person for building and district curriculum development needs.

STAFF DEVELOPMENT

• Participate in instructional technology conferences and workshops, and share knowledge of local, state, and national instructional technology initiatives with faculty by means of demonstrations, the technology committee, and printed materials.

• Advise the Professional Development Committee as to general technology-related staff development needs and opportunities.

• Plan and/or conduct a variety of instructional technology-related staff development activities for faculty and staff as needed.

• Plan and conduct programs for assisting teachers in preparing grant proposals technology and instructional innovations.

FINANCE

• Advise the district of financial incentives, price breaks, and grant opportunities associated with the purchase of technology and related materials.

• Coordinate the application for technology-related grants, both on the district level and building or teacher level.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This position is a 209 day contract. Compensation is according to the teacher salary schedule as established annually by the Board of Education. All other employee benefits are according to the total FTE of employment for the individual.

EVALUATION
Performance of this position will be evaluated according to board policies.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please apply online at:
Warrensburg R-VI Schools
P.O. Box 638
Warrensburg, Missouri 64093
The Warrensburg R-VI District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or deny services on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, handicapping condition, marital status, national origin, parental status, race, religion, participation in constitutionally protected activities, or veteran status. Any questions regarding Title IX, Section 504, the Family Medical and Leave Act, or the Americans with Disabilities Act should be directed to an assistant superintendent of the Warrensburg district at the above address and telephone number. If special needs exist as addressed in the Americans with Disabilities Act which require this publication in an alternative format, the district may be contacted at the above address. Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate these special needs.