IT Educational Services Specialist
vakansiya — 2024

General Summary:

Under the supervision of the head of IT department and School Director should planning, organizing, and implementation of education services for children. These services contribute to the increased social competence in children and the recognition and enhancement of parents as the primary educators of their children.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Maintains and develops a technological infrastructure capable of supporting the educational programs of the school;
• Participates as a member of the School’s Pedagogical Leadership Team regarding issues of planning, program coordination and related topics;
• Establishes yearly improvement targets which are in line with the overall school and division goals, mission and IT Educational services objectives;
• Is responsible for seeing that the administrative software and support systems and website maintenance meets the needs of the school;
• Is in charge, in conjunction with the Director and Principals and Head of IT department procurement and maintenance, with creating a multi-year master technology plan for the school;
• Is in charges of creating a budget for the Educational Services
• Sees that there is a IT curriculum educational plan suitable for primary and secondary schools with clear benchmarks;
• Creates, in conjunction with IT team and the principals, procedures and policies for IT educational services, acceptable use policy, etc.;
• Conducts, in conjunction with IT staff, regular in-services for parents in both divisions;
• Submits a yearly report on the development of the IT Education Services to the Director.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:

• Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Computer Science, Technology, or a related technology/computer field from a school, college or university.
• Have at least three (3) years’ experience in working with students and educational staff in the field of educational technology, experienced in a school setting preferred.
• Knowledge of existing network management tools and emerging tools, architectural concepts and principles;
• Ability to articulate and communicate complex technology concepts effectively in non-technical terms in a compelling manner;
• Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management information retrieval, visual and audio presentations, and telecommunications;
• Have the ability to assist teachers and administrators to integrate educational technology into the curriculum and the instructional programs in support of student achievement;
• Ability to effectively communicate with faculty regarding technology use in both oral and written form;
• Ability to effectively train faculty in technology use;
• Prior successful experience working in a school setting strongly preferred;
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work with children and the public.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Works well with others from diverse backgrounds;
• Focuses on solving conflict; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; contributes to building a positive team spirit;
• Refrains from negative talk and gossip, is friendly and personable;
• Ability to work rapidly and accurately;
• Ability to exercise good judgment and work in an environment with constant interruptions;
• Is on time, punctual to meetings, knows how to manage a schedule, is organized.

Language Skills:

• Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in Azerbaijani and close to fluently in English;
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from students, parents, staff or members of the community;
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Computer Skills:

• Competency with Windows computers and software, in particular Microsoft Office and Google Apps, an understanding of the Windows operating system, in particular Windows 7 and Windows 8, as well as Mac OS X operating system, in particular 10.6, 10.7 10.8;
• Competency in iOS software and iPad functionality;
• An understanding of TCP/IP networking;
• Current knowledge of available and emerging technologies, especially as regards mobile Computing;
• Ability to type accurately and proficiently.

Application procedures:

If you are interested to apply, please send a detailed letter of intent with a CV addressing relevant qualifications.

CVs without cover letters will not be considered. In the subject line of your e-mail message, please, mention title of the position you are applying for. No information inquiries will be handled over the phone. Only short listed candidates will be notified for the interview.