Department: Kingdom Collegiate Academy (KCA)
Coordinate and develop the technology program at Kingdom Collegiate Academy by working collaboratively with faculty, support staff, and instructing students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
(Other duties may be assigned)
- Kingdom Collegiate Academy is an educational ministry of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship. The work of a teacher is considered a form of ministry as they are entrusted with the responsibility of nurturing students’ spiritual, academic, and personal development under Christian teachings. A teacher’s role is to live a life that models the church’s core values to prepare students for a life of service and devotion to God. Teachers are required to model the practice of prayer, provide spiritual guidance and leadership, and participate in chapel, worship, and school-sponsored activities. Teachers must engage with all student families by providing spiritual support and guidance to help foster a Christ-centered environment. To further the church’s mission of disciplining the church to impact the world, teachers must be involved in spiritual discipleship while performing the essential job requirements.
- Implement the school’s technology plan and evaluate progress continuously.
- Develop and maintain good rapport with colleagues, parents, students, and church ministries to promote a positive learning environment.
- Create an environment that encourages student’s creativity and independent use of instructional technology.
- Facilitate the effective use of existing and emerging technology in the classroom and media center for teachers and students.
- Communicate the purpose and focus of the school’s instructional technology program effectively with colleagues, parents, students, church ministries, and members of the community.
- Train and assist teachers in integrating technology using student-centered strategies with the goal of improving student engagement and achievement.
- Effectively use technology integration and inclusion of Common Core standards in staff development and trainings.
- Train and develop faculty and support staff on current and new hardware and software.
- Facilitate staff participation in the evaluation and selection of software, hardware, and materials to support instructional objectives and student achievements.
- Coordinate training and support from outside vendors, consultants, and technology trainers.
- Ensure efficient maintenance, troubleshooting, operation and management of existing school technology resources and coordinate repairs with IT support staff as needed.
- Assist with the planning, design and installation of future expansions as growth and emerging technology demand.
- Ensure that technology needs are in place and functioning for school and parent meetings and coordinate school personnel use via Microsoft Outlook.
- Update and configure local workstations as needed and maintain inventory of hardware and related peripherals.
- Coordinate and ensure compliance with protocols and processes for IT support.
- Maintain and support the use of student passwords, software library, and all necessary documentation for both campus hardware and software.
- Organize technology resources for easy accessibility by students and staff in coordination with the Librarian.
- Ensure software in the school is properly licensed and maintain related records.
- Follow established protocols and procedures to maintain network security.
- Use educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth.
- Follow established school policies, procedures and guidelines in a spirit of positive cooperation.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Attendance/Punctuality — Is consistently at work and on time. Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent. Attend and participate in schedule devotional, in service retreat, committee, faculty and PTF meetings. Arrive at meetings and appointments on time.
Computer Skills — Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Products and other industry software and hardware.
Customer Service — Manage difficult or emotional customer situations. Respond promptly to customer needs. Solicit customer feedback to improve service. Respond to requests for service and assistance. Meet commitments.
Dependability — Use classroom instructional time appropriately and wisely. Follow instructions and respond to management direction. Accept responsibility for own actions.
Design — Generate creative ideas for teaching styles and solutions to problems. Translate concepts and information into images. Use feedback to modify designs. Apply design principles. Demonstrate attention to detail.
Diversity — Demonstrate knowledge of EEO policy. Show respect, sensitivity, and appreciation for cultural differences. Demonstrate the ability to address the various learning styles of students. Educate others on the value of diversity.
Ethics — Inspire the trust of others by keeping commitments and working with integrity and ethically. Uphold organizational goals.
Interpersonal Skills — Create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students. Focus on solving conflict, not blaming. Maintain confidentiality. Listen to others without interrupting. Keep emotions under control and value constructive feedback.
Mathematical Skills — Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as grade averages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Present numerical data effectively.
Oral Communication — Ability to communicate primarily in English. Speak clearly and persuasively in positive and/or negative situations. Listen and gets clarification in order to respond questions. Demonstrate group presentation skills.
Planning/Organizing — Prioritize and plans work activities. Plan for additional resources. Set goals and objectives. Develop realistic action plans.
Problem Solving — Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and demonstrates the ability to develop alternative solutions. Gather and analyze information in order to develop alternative solutions. Work well in group problem solving situations.
Professionalism — Approach others in a tactful manner by showing respect and consideration regardless of status or position. React well under pressure by keeping emotions under control. Represents the school in a favorable and professional manner to the constituency and general public whether on or off duty.
Reasoning Ability — Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Teamwork — Balance team and individual responsibilities. Exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views and ideas by seeking the counsel of administrators and colleagues as needed. Maintains a teachable attitude. Contribute to building a positive team spirit. Put success of team above own interests. Support everyone’s efforts to succeed.
Written Communication — Write routine reports and other correspondence clearly and informatively and can vary writing style to meet needs using standard English. Edit work for spelling and grammar. Able to read and interpret documents such as lesson plans, procedure manuals, and safety rules.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Communications, Technology or related field and a minimum of three years related classroom teaching experience, preferably in a Christian School. State teacher certification or ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International) certification is required. The successful candidate must complete the Christian philosophy of education in service.
Computer Skills
Must demonstrate knowledge in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Creative suite, multimedia applications, interactive white board technology, tablet technology, 1-to-1 computing, BYOD computing, NETS, and common core standards for instructional technology.
Spiritual Commitment
All employees are expected to commit to Christ and to the philosophy, ministry and vision of OCBF and to help the church to meet the spiritual, social, emotional and physical needs of the church family.
Members are asked to commit to:
- Consciously pursuing spiritual growth by participating in the vital experience of the church (Education, Fellowship, Outreach and Worship).
- Faithfully give at least 10% of their income to the ministry of OCBF.
- Faithfully serve in one of the ministries of the church in a volunteer capacity.
- Agree to read and function under the guidelines and authority of the Church Constitution and By-Laws.
Physical Demands
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds (copy paper, books, cots, supplies). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
