Library and Instructional Technology Coordinator
The Library and Instructional Technology Coordinator works closely
with the Assistant Head of School, the Director of Technology, and the
Academic Team to provide leadership for the school’s use of
educational and emerging technologies as well as pedagogies and
practices surrounding the use of print and digital resources. This
person is a member of a team of educators who will develop, hone, and
implement a vision for the incorporation of emerging technologies and
best practices in library/academic technology programs at Westridge
School. The Library and Instructional Technology Coordinator
collaborates with and supports teachers in their use of technology,
digital, and print resources to enhance student learning. In
addition, this person oversees the physical space and programs
provided within the School’s Academic Resource Center Learning Commons
and supports students in their use of that space and its resources.
Roles and Responsibilities
Academic Leadership and Support
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Along with a team of educational leaders, develop , refine, and
support a common vision for a dynamic program of media and
information literacy, technology integration, and learning
Technology Integration
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Advise and assist teachers in determining how technology can be
implemented in the curriculum to enhance teaching and learning
Design and develop a multi-faceted professional development
program in teaching and learning with technology
Support students in the use of academic technology
Identify and support members of the community in sharing their
experiences with technology and energize others to be leaders in
the use of educational technologies
Research and educate the community on trends, research,
applications and best practices related to the use of technology
in the school’s program
Oversight of the Joan S. Irvine Academic Resource Center (ARC)
Learning Commons and its personnel
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 Supervise ARC learning commons personnel
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Create a welcome and vibrant atmosphere within the ARC Learning
Commons, ensuring the accessibility of the space to all members
of the school community, in conjunction with the School’s
Research Librarian & Archivist
Manage the operation of the school’s Learning Commons and all
programs housed within it, in collaboration with the Research
Librarian & Archivist
Support the work of students through ensuring accessibility of
print, digital, and technological resources within the Learning
Commons, in collaboration with the Research Librarian &
Archivist
Program Development and Implementation
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Develop, implement, and oversee programs within the ARC Learning
Commons in accordance with best practices in library programs, in
conjunction with the Research Librarian & Archivist
Develop and implement a comprehensive research and
information/media literacy program to ensure students can apply
digital tools to gather, evaluate and apply information
Develop and implement a digital citizenship program to empower
students to think critically, behave safely and participate
responsibly in our digital world
Teaching Responsibilities:
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Assist with teaching the 7th Grade Computer Science
Technology Orientation sessions for new families
course and
Lifting & Carrying Requirements & other physical requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk;
sit for extended periods of time; and have sufficient hand, arm and finger
dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. The
employee works with electric and electronic equipment. Exposure to video
display terminals occurs on a regular basis. Learned physical skill required
for keyboarding.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Essential
duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are
essential to the performance of this job (including physical requirements).
An incumbent must be able to perform all of the essential duties and
responsibilities described above. An employee holding this position will be
required to perform any other job related duties as requested by management.
All requirements are subject to reasonable accommodation in accordance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act.