Roles of the Technology Coordinator
Technology Teacher
Coordinate instruction in and access to the Computer Lab
Coordinating staff development activities to ensure that all students/teachers are comfortable using their computers through staff development, mini class lessons and modeling.
Facilitate and assist staff with effective integration of technology and school curriculum looking at both short and longterm goals
Create awareness of new/innovative uses of technology
To participate as a representative in complex and district activities as needed
Liason with State/District RTs and Tech Coordinators from other schools
Attend technology classes, seminars, workshops, conferences, etc...
Establish and maintain publishing facility in the multi-media center and computer room.
Coordinate with other departments--ex. Library
Coordinate/facilitate planning for technology - lead Tech Committee
To keep abreast of the changes in technology.
To contact vendors for purchases, repair and maintenance
Recommend/Specify hardware/software products
To maintain an inventory of hardware, peripherals and software used in the lab and schoolwide
Procurement
Develop and coordinate a time line for additional hardware purchases
Legal/Ethical Use of technology
Help develop a schoolwide AUP policy
ITV/DLT Coordination
To maintain an adequate budget.
Troubleshooting to maintain the lab and classroom computers.
Software/license management
LAN/Manager/AdministratorCoordinate voice/video/data network infrastructure
Coordinate/Document LAN planning & installation
Coordinate with Library/Adminstration Networks
Manage & Maintain the LAN
Coordinate Staff Development Activities re: LAN access & services
Install & Maintain systems security
Support Administrative software (e.g., Macschool, Lotus Notes)
Help develop LAN Access Policies & Procedures
Consult and coordinate with NSSB regarding standards
Coordinate vendors and purchases
Inventory and Record Keeping: Hardware/Software/IP addresses/Passwords/Accounts
Coordinate appropriate Networking related inservicing (email/Internet/general usage & troubleshooting)
Software License Management
Coordinate with Library/Adminstration Networks
Manage & Maintain the LAN
Coordinate Staff Development Activities re: LAN access & services
Install & maintain systems security
Support administrative software (e.g., Macschool, Lotus Notes)
LAN access policies & procedures
Parent/School LiaisonCoordinate Parent Workshops
Advise parents on selection of hardware and software
Keep parents advised on special purchases for students and home use
Serve on fundraising activities/committees that involve funds for technology
