Description
Supply Learning Technologies Specialist
The Supply Learning Technologies Specialist (LTS) plays an important role in ensuring continuance of IT services to our students, staff and schools. The Supply LTS is called upon to replace our full-time, in-school Learning Technologies Specialists and Helpdesk during extended absences, and will assist the IT department during periods of particular need. The ideal candidate has sufficient experience which prepares them to competently step into multiple different roles, has critical thinking skills to solve IT related problems, and has a flexible schedule with an ability to accommodate casual work.
Rate of Pay: $28.58/per hour
Job Summary:
Facilitate the learning environment of staff and students through coaching and training, in support of embedding technology in the classroom for educational use. Provide ongoing installation and diagnostics of computer systems, software and peripherals in all areas of the Board.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Facilitate learning environments with staff and students on the educational use of technology in assigned board locations.
Develop innovative approaches for embedding learning technologies into day to day practice
Build strong end user relationships by connecting and engaging with people in a positive, supportive manner
Work collaboratively with other team members to update users and disseminate technical information through the use of website, email and social media
Continuously looking for opportunities to stay on top of technology trends through digital resources and professional development
Install and troubleshoot computer systems, networks and standard software in board locations as required.
Perform technical diagnostics and preventative maintenance on school board devices including specialized equipment.
Maintain inventory database and provide detailed call ticket tracking and resolution
Act as project lead on the day to day coordination and implementation of projects as required.
Liaise with hardware and software vendors
Work in all areas of the Board
Direct temporary or student help as required
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
Requires O.S.S.D. (Grade 12 Diploma), plus a 3 year Computer related diploma program, (a minimum of 1,500 hours of in-class instructional time)
Requires two years demonstrated experience or an appropriate professional certification.
Ability to facilitate coaching and mentoring sessions in the classroom or in front of groups
Critical thinker with excellent problem solving and communication skills. Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with all stakeholders.
Team player who is able to adapt to a changing environment
Requires demonstrated experience installing and supporting Windows and web based software products
Familiarity with editing and updating website content
Sound technical knowledge of a variety of operating systems, platforms and industry standard software
Requires demonstrated experience servicing and repairing computers
Requires bending, heavy lifting and carrying of computer hardware and associated peripherals.
Requires a valid Driver’s License and transportation to all areas of the Board’s jurisdiction.
Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to the posting on Apply to Education. While we welcome all applications, we will only respond to those who are short-listed for this role. Thanks in advance for your understanding and we wish you all the best in your career journey.
What next steps could look like:
All applications will be reviewed. Please continue to check your email (including your junk mail) as invitations to interview are sent via email. Interviews will likely be conducted in person - details will be sent in the invitation.
The successful applicant, as a condition of employment, will be required to submit a satisfactory Criminal Background Check including the Vulnerable Sector Screening component to Human Resources Services. Please note that you cannot start with the Board until a satisfactory CRC with vulnerable sector screening has been submitted.
PVNCCDSB is committed to achieving excellence in Catholic education. We leverage our inclusive organizational culture to further build upon our dynamic and diverse workforce, reflective of the communities we serve. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC), PVNCCDSB will work collaboratively and respectfully with you in all stages of the recruitment process and throughout your employment. For further information about what accommodation and accessibility look like at PVNCCDSB please refer to our website. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact our HR Coordinator at 705-748-4861 ext. 1269.
In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the personal information provided is collected under the Education Act and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
