Media and Innovation Specialist
Job Description:
Forest Lake Area Schools is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a 1.0 FTE Media and Innovation Specialist beginning January 2020 at Columbus Elementary School. This position will report to the school principal and work with both students and teachers, providing media instruction for K-6 students and developing and providing instruction and support for students and teachers in the areas of STEM, technology integration, and gifted education.
ResponsibilitiesTeach media lessons to K-6 students and manage all aspects of the media center
Work collaboratively with teachers, grade level teams and PLCs to plan and deliver STEM-focused instruction aligned to Minnesota math and science standards and ISTE technology standards and incorporating skills in coding and the engineering design process
Provide extended learning and enrichment opportunities for students through hands-on and problem-based learning
Plan and facilitate grade-wide/school-wide STEM-focused problem-solving activities that leverage critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication
Provide leadership and expertise in 21st Century learning through planning and facilitation of professional development to promote best practices in teaching and learning in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math
Facilitate professional development around best practices in instructional technology to help teachers effectively integrate digital tools into classroom instruction in order to provide a rich learning environment for all students
Start date: January 2020
Application deadline: Open until filled