School IT Specialist

Network Administration:
 Assists with general maintenance to keep network running smoothly
 Assists with coordination and network-related repair requests with Information Technology personnel
 Documents LAN wiring diagram including: wiring closet identification, wiring closet equipment configuration, and
wiring drop identification
 Maintains technical documentation required to support the local-area network
 Performs maintenance and support of assigned servers and resources
 Monitors disk space and server back-ups
 Performs addition/removal of staff/student network and/or system access permissions
Software Administration:
 Maintains an inventory of all available software for the school
 Ensures school level conformance to the District’s software acquisition procedure/process
 Seeks teacher input on future needs and assists with identifying software selections
 Keeps current on new products available and developments in the field of instructional technology
 Installs District approved software where needed and
Hardware Administration:
 Sets up new workstations, print stations, and assignments to default printers
 Maintains inventory and performs record keeping functions of hardware locations, assignments, quantities, types
and required repairs, including start-up and end-of-year processes
 Recommends potential hardware purchases based on District approved hardware standards
 Assists with maintenance of all equipment
 Supervises on-site deliveries by third party vendors for computers, whiteboards, network printers and other
technology installations
Communication:
 Effectively communicates District and school-level technology initiatives using a variety of media to school
administration, school staff, IT personnel and external vendors
Instruction/Training
 Attends District/cluster meeting and professional learning sessions, as necessary, to stay current with hardware and
software utilized in the school and across the District
 Provides information, assistance, and training to staff and students for incorporation into instruction
 Assists in the training of local faculty and staff
 Trains new personnel (electronic mail, data exchange, information stored in Media Center, hardware and software)
 Fosters learning activities that take advantage of available technology resources
 Assists teachers in the development of technology enhanced curriculum material