Technology Specialist​/Trainer

Somerville Public Schools DISTRICT WIDE
- Somerville, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5965617

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Summary

The Technology Specialist/ Trainer is responsible for providing instruction, training, and resources in order to facilitate the use of technology in the classroom to increase student use and knowledge about technology. More specifically, the Technology Specialist/ Trainer serves the purpose/s of integrating technology to enhance the learning environment; installing and maintaining computer hardware and software; overseeing classroom server configurations; providing technical support to site administrators, staff and students;

and resolving school site operational issues.

In addition, the Technology Specialist/Trainer will provide technology – related courses and professional development to district staff as directed by the Director of Technology.

The essential functions or responsibilities listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position

• Assess malfunctions of computer and network hardware, software applications or electronic equipment for the purpose of identifying repair and replacement needs.
• Assist the Technology Department in managing and maintaining network equipment for the purpose of maintaining overall site operations.
• Assist users via remote connection for the purpose of troubleshooting and/or resolving workstation issues.
• Confer with Technology Department to configure classroom servers, peripheral and shared devices (e.g. printers, multimedia components, scanners, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring operational use of computer applications.
• Install computer hardware, peripherals, and application software for the purpose of maintaining overall site operations (classrooms, library, theaters, computer labs, etc.).
• Maintain computers, peripherals, and electronic equipment (e.g. television systems, projectors, video cameras/recorders, electronic controllers, theater systems, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining equipment in a safe and functional operating condition.
• Maintain manual and electronic documents, files and records (e.g. preventive maintenance, purchases, inspections, repair logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, conveying information and/or providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail.
• Maintain user accounts on classroom servers (e.g. authorization, access, passwords, etc.) for the purpose of regulating access to files and folders.
• Perform basic network troubleshooting for the purpose of maintaining critical site operations.
• Prepare status reports, user guides and related materials for the purpose of documenting activities and providing written reference.
• Recommend hardware and software acquisitions, with approval of Technology Department (e.g. assessing needs, justifying purchases, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of required technology.
• Respond to a variety of questions from site staff, parents and students for the purpose of providing information, guidance or referral.
• Support classroom activities for technology related classes (e.g. Applied Technology, Performing Arts, Library Media Center and Telecommunications, etc.) for the purpose of providing information regarding procedures, processes and safety.
• Train school site staff on a variety of software…