Date of Availability: 08/20/2018
Date Closing: Until filled
Digital Media Specialist
Internal Applicant Deadline: Thursday, July 26, 2018 at 4:30 pm
Description:
Edina Public Schools is seeking a full-time Digital and Media Specialist at South View Middle School beginning August 20, 2018. The
Media Specialist will provide Next Generation leadership and expertise to develop, implement, and maintain a digital information media program by working
collaboratively with other employees to support student technology and information literacy skills.
The responsibilities of this position include:
• Supports teachers in designing lesson plans, preparing instruction, delivering instruction and evaluative materials to maximize the learning of all students
• Promotes the media program to employees and students
• Assists in monitoring media and technology needs, usage and trends and assists in the budgetary decision process
• Provides guidance to students in connecting experiences with everyday life
• Maintains a safe, inspiring, and welcoming learning environment for all students, parents, employees, and community members
• Models learning through engaging in professional growth opportunities and employee collaboration
• Serves as a resource to individual educators relating to the integration of literacy, technology support and technology in instruction
• Conducts needs assessment to design, develop, model, and deliver professional development concerning the integration of educational technologies and best practices for using technology to enhance instruction, meet curriculum standards, and improve student achievement
Qualifications:
• Current MN Media Specialist licensure, required
• Experience managing a media program and the integration of technology
• Experience working with middle school students, preferred
Application Procedure:
Apply online. Required documents include letter of interest, resume, transcripts, credentials or three letters of recommendation, and copy of license.
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