All elementary schools have been assigned an elementary technology integration teacher position based upon the enrollment of the school. Integration teachers provide leadership in the school by working with students and teachers to effectively integrate the use of technology into instruction that meets local, state, and national standards for educational technology.

Performance Responsibilities:

Instruction:

• Selects and uses appropriate technology to support content-specific learning outcomes.
• Implements appropriate instructional strategies for integrating technology into instruction.
• Assesses students' learning/instructional needs to identify the appropriate technology for instruction.
• Manages and coordinates daily scheduling and operation of the computer lab(s) to provide maximum student access.
• Uses technology to promote student-centered learning environments including hands-on activities.
• Uses digital content in instruction.
• Uses technology to increase student engagement though collaboration and communication.
• Uses technology to solve problems and increase critical/creative thinking.
• Applies and models legal and ethical use of technology.
• Implements Technology Outcomes and Skills for Computer Applications K-5 Matrix.

Technology Integration Leadership:

• Supports teachers as they integrate technology into instruction and utilize technology resources in the classroom or lab.
• Understands and models teaching that incorporates 21st Century Learning Skills and student-centered learning through student engagement.
• Works collaboratively with classroom teachers to plan and deliver technology integrated lessons that support technology across the curriculum, both in the lab and in the classroom.
• Models creative and innovative uses of technology in classroom instruction.
• Works with teachers to model, coach, and teach technology skills to meet the Maryland Technology Literacy Standards for Students.
• Provides models for teachers of Universal Design for Learning by using technology to meet individual learning needs and to support a variety of learning styles and modalities.
• Provides technology leadership in the school by serving on the school improvement team and/or on the school's technology committee.
• Assists in the design and implementation of professional development in technology integration for school staff.
• Evaluates and reflects upon professional practices, emerging technologies, and current research to support student learning.

Technology integration teachers attend regularly scheduled meetings with the Office of Instructional Technology to help them effectively use technology in teaching and learning. Teachers receive stipends for all after-school meetings which they attend.