Job Summary:

The Director of Computer Education will plan, develop, organize, and implement computer instruction curriculum and programming for the school district.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Depending on educational program size and infrastructure, may oversee program instructors and support staff.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Analyzes current curriculum; develops, designs, or modifies program to ensure the school districts computer education needs are being met.
• Facilitates implementation of school programs and plans for computers and computer education.
• Drafts and/or collects appropriate resource and instructional materials.
• Demonstrates and trains instructors on best practices and methods for teaching students to use computers for specified fields and tasks.
• Coordinates, develops, and/or conducts in-service activities.
• Remains current on trends and developments in educational technologies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient, and/or able to gain proficiency, in software to be used and taught within the education program.
• Thorough understanding of best practices in education.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in related field required; Masters degree highly preferred.
• State teachers certification required.
• At least three years of classroom teaching experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.