Instructional Technology and Innovation Lab Manager - Bagwell College of Education,School of I Job Kennesaw area,Georgia USA,Education /

Position: Instructional Technology and Innovation Lab Manager - Bagwell College of Education, School of I...

Overview

Instructional Technology and Innovation Lab Manager – Bagwell College of Education, School of Instructional Technology.

Location:

Kennesaw, Georgia. Regular, Full-Time. Job .

Designs, develops, and delivers professional learning for faculty in the effective integration of technology. Collaborates with faculty, students, and external partners to integrate instructional technologies and innovative teaching and learning practices. Serves as a technology coach for faculty in designing and delivering technology-enhanced, face-to-face, and blended instruction. Models and facilitates the use of research-based, learner-centered strategies and innovative pedagogies when planning technology-enhanced learning with faculty.

Oversees the curriculum offered in the Innovation Lab.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Responsibilities

Designs, develops, and delivers professional learning for faculty in the effective integration of technology

Collaborates with faculty and students in the integration of instructional technologies and innovative teaching and learning practices

Serves as a technology coach (one-on-one and in groups) for faculty in designing and delivering technology-enhanced, face-to-face, and blended instruction

Models and facilitates the effective use of research-based, learner-centered strategies and innovative pedagogies when planning technology-enhanced learning with faculty

Offers support and guidance to faculty creating and updating face-to-face and blended learning

Collaborates with faculty to develop curriculum materials and plan technology-enhanced lessons

Develops Technology Innovation Activities (TIAs) for use throughout undergraduate and graduate programs both online and face-to-face to support the integration of technology and innovation throughout the college

Works collaboratively with the Instructional Designer in supporting faculty with blended and online learning

Designs the setup of the Innovation Lab to meet the needs of a wide range of groups visiting the Innovation Lab

Encourages and promotes innovation by offering a variety of learning opportunities in the Innovation Lab (e.g., maker activities, design thinking, personalized learning, video production, robotics, coding, etc.)

Continuously develops new learning experiences offered in the Innovation Lab

Evaluates and selects hardware, software, robotics, and other devices, materials, and supplies purchased to equip the Innovation Lab

Manages the Maker Closet that houses all the supplies for the Innovation Lab

Manages, mentors, and trains student assistants who assist in setting up the lab for each session

Collaborates with Bagwell partners to offer customized sessions and tours of the Innovation Lab

Teaches partners how to design Innovation Labs in their schools or organizations

Researches emerging technologies and how they can be integrated into the curriculum offered in the Innovation Lab

Advocates for the needed resources in the Innovation Lab and its growth and expansion

Engages in continuous professional learning by staying abreast of current and emerging technologies and innovative pedagogies

Serves on technology-related committees as needed

Provides support for visiting students, faculty, and special events offered as needed

Works with vendors to secure complementary hardware and software for faculty and students

Seeks approval for donations by developing MOUs and getting approval through the University Information Technology Services and legal departments at KSU

Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Instructional Technology or a closely-related field

Required Experience
Five (5) years of experience related to the position

Additional &

Preferred Qualifications

Special Technology-Related Certifications
Familiar with maker-based education and design thinking

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Preferred Experience
Experience in developing and facilitating online learning
Experience presenting at local, state or national conferences

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is $65,400 to $80,000 per year. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more. Details available via the university benefits site.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to integrate technology and innovative pedagogies
Able to develop and deliver high-quality professional learning and technology coaching
Able to evaluate and implement current and emerging technologies and stay abreast of the latest trends in education and instructional technology
Able to develop relationships with key stakeholders
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned…