Technology Innovation & Integration Specialist

Job Title: Technology Innovation and Integration Specialist

Department: Technology

Reports To: Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

FLSA Status: Exempt

Updated: May 2026

Job Purpose

The role of this position is to provide instructional technology that will support the professional growth and development of all students and staff in facilitating learning and the application of effective instructional technology practices. This position provides support through planning, modeling, and training across all content areas. The position will be responsible to plan and implement instructional technology based on district, building, and/or teacher needs, in order to serve the students at Linden Community Schools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of instructional technology and its uses
• Working knowledge and background with artificial intelligence
• Working knowledge of computers and other instructional technology devices and applications
• Bachelor’s Degree, minimum
• High-level problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to transmit new ideas in working with adults and students
• Ability to build and sustain positive relationships
• Experience in a K-12 public education setting
• Trusting relationships with co-workers

• Provide technical support to teachers in using technology effectively for assessing student learning, differentiating instruction, and providing rigorous, relevant and engaging learning experiences for all students.
• Introduce teachers to new technology integration methods, materials and instructional strategies that have proven to increase student achievement.
• Partner with instructional coaches and department heads to embed AI literacy into the K-12 curriculum across all subject areas.
• Use data analytics to measure the effectiveness of AI tools on student engagement and teacher workload reduction.
• Evaluate and recommend AI-powered educational tools (e.g., adaptive learning platforms, lesson planners, and grading assistants) that align with state standards.
• Develop frameworks for teaching the ethical implications of AI, including bias, data privacy, and digital citizenship.
• Design and lead ongoing PD sessions ranging from "AI 101" to advanced workshops on automating administrative tasks.
• Vet AI vendors to ensure they meet strict student data privacy requirements and do not use student data to train LLMs without consent.
• Stay at the forefront of Generative AI (GenAI) and Machine Learning (ML) trends, advising the Cabinet/Superintendent on long-term tech investments.
• Collaborates with instructional staff in regard to the effective use of technology tools and resources.
• Work with building level administration to identify, research, and implement virtual learning opportunities for students and teachers.
• Provide support and training to teachers in the use of online and blended learning, digital content and collaborative learning networks to support and extend student learning as well as expand opportunities for online professional development for teachers and administrators.
• Works collaboratively and communicates effectively with district-level instructional supervisors to evaluate, select and implement technology-enhanced learning experiences addressing content standards and student technology standards.
• Identifies technology integration competencies among instructional staff, in collaboration with school administrators, and delivers appropriate coaching, training, and resources to support the professional growth of individuals.
• Evaluate the results of professional learning programs to determine the effectiveness of increasing student learning.
• Model and promote digital citizenship by facilitating safe, healthy, legal and ethical use of digital information and technologies.
• Regularly evaluates and reflects on professional practice and dispositions to improve and strengthen the ability to effectively support and facilitate technology-enhanced learning experiences.
• Supports the collaboration and communication among school and district staff through the management of electronic interaction venues, e.g. websites and video-conferencing.
• Coordinates with the school and Technology Department for timely reporting of equipment needing repair or other support issues, as well as ensuring the smooth and successful deployment of new technologies to include troubleshooting basic software, hardware and connectivity problems common to digital learning environments.
• Participate in Administrative Staff meetings and other meetings as required.
• Is proficient and knowledgeable in the district’s student management system (Synergy) and the capabilities of using Synergy to enhance the student’s and teacher’s responsibility in the education process.
• Responsible for district-wide data integration.
• Assists students, teachers, and administration with data requests.
• Comply with all district policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

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.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before staff.

Mathematical Skills

Excellent mathematical skills. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions and percentages. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

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 sit, stand, communicate and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk, use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

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 quiet. The employee is continuously required to meet deadlines with severe time constraints, interact with the public and other staff, and attend administrative meetings and board meetings as necessary.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Statement Of Nondiscrimination

It is the policy of the Linden Community Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

The following person have been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies:

District Compliance Officers

Linden Community Schools

7205 W. Silver Lake Rd.

Linden, Michigan 48451

(810) 591-0980

For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, see the following website: http://1.usa.gov/1Jssk6D or call 1-800-421-3481.