"Leave Replacement Educational Technologist, Grades K-8"

The School at Columbia has 3 divisions, Primary (K-2); Intermediate (3-5); Middle (6-8). Each division has an Educational Technologist.

Responsibilities:

• Create and teach curricular materials for K-8 students in class periods dedicated to Technology in Grades K-3.
• Collaborate with teachers in designing and implementing units of study in accord with The School's educational perspective and curricular architecture
• Provide support to The School's teachers and students in the creation, implementation, and use of the technology resources in classrooms
• Assist in the effective integration of technology; generally supporting classroom technology, while increasing each teacher's ability to support classroom technology
• Work with the Division Directors, Technology Director, and the other Educational Technologists to ensure that goals for the application of technology and general competencies are being met within a curricular framework
• Commit to an individualized professional development plan;
• Fulfill all duties, responsibilities, and commitments as outlined in the school’s Guidebook and the organization’s code of conduct
• Keep careful anecdotal and assessment records to write accurate, comprehensive student reports that reflect student growth and support their future education

Qualifications/Requirements:

• B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited college or university
• Knowledge of and experience within an educational setting in which integrated curriculum is designed and delivered
• At least two years (or equivalent) of full-time experience developing curriculum focused on the purposeful use of technology
• Knowledge of and experience with traditional instructional practices for curriculum design and development
• Working knowledge of and experience with innovative pedagogy that makes use of digital technologies
• Appreciates value of a strong team and applies team building skills
• Excellent oral and written communications, listening, and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to equity and justice, including knowledge and skills related to cultural competencies
• Ability to provide second-tier support for academic computing systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a related field
• Knowledge of Spanish
• Prior experience with Computer Science, Design & Fabrication, STEM/STEAM curriculum

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.