Instructional Technology Specialist

A Technology and Business Teacher is responsible for the implementation of the goals of Catholic education as outlined in The Holy See’s Teaching on Catholic Schools (Archbishop Michael Miller):

· Inspired by a Supernatural Vision

· Founded on a Christian Anthropology

· Animated by Communion and Community

· Imbued with a Catholic Worldview

· Sustained by Gospel Witness

Qualified candidates will be driven and inspired by the mission of Catholic schools to form young men and women in a high school setting “who will be good citizens of the world, loving God and neighbor and enriching society with the leaven of the gospel, and who will also be good citizens of the world to come, thus fulfilling their destiny to become saints” (Miller, p. 20).

JOB EXPECTATIONS

· Serve as a leader in the integration of current and emerging digital tools with the Catholic Intellectual Tradition

· Promote the ethical and responsible use of technology and artificial intelligence in alignment with Catholic Social Teaching and the mission of Bishop Lynch High School

· Support teachers in applying Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to instructional design, particularly the integration of instructional technology as a flexible learning tool

· Curate and maintain digital instructional resources (websites, tutorials, interactive tools, databases, etc.) to support teaching and learning

· Support effective use of the school-adopted Learning Management System to enhance instruction and communication

· Collaborate with technology applications teachers to develop curriculum resources and instructional materials

· Promote digital citizenship, academic integrity, and compliance with copyright and acceptable use policies

· Serve as the chair of the ITeam, the school’s advisory committee for the integration of instructional and learning technology

· Perform additional duties as assigned by Director of Teaching and Learning and Asst Principal for Academics.

· Collaborate with professionals in other schools and industries

Qualified candidates will be able to perform the following duties at an exemplary level:

· Model and uphold the core values of Bishop Lynch High School: Faithful, Caring, Dedicated

· Design and deliver engaging professional development for faculty and staff

· Evaluate and apply instructional technology to support student-centered learning

· Demonstrate strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Adobe, and learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard)

· Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with administrators, faculty, students, and stakeholders

· Build positive, collaborative relationships as a team-oriented professional

· Exhibit strong organization, adaptability, and sound professional judgment

· Ability to identify emerging trends in instructional and learning technology, design for change, and train and support others in adapting to change, · Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field preferred

· Experience teaching in a classroom setting, preferably within a Catholic school environment

· Demonstrated experience with the effective integration of educational technology in curriculum, instructional design, and assessment

· Experience supporting faculty through coaching, professional learning, or instructional support roles

· Strong understanding of UDL principles and student-centered instructional practices

· Proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard, Canvas, or similar platforms) and educational technology tools

· Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a professional learning community

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic school environment