What is an ITRT?
What is an ITRT?
Instructional Technology Resource Teacher (ITRT)
"With teaching credibility, a clear vision and excellent communication skills, the ITRT can assist teachers in unlocking the power of technology in classroom instruction."
- Office of Educational Technology - VDOE
Ways the ITRT can benefit the classroom teacher:
Provides direct support to the teacher by coaching or modeling technology tools and resources
Consults and collaborates with teachers, working with students when needed for the purpose of modeling or demonstrating a lesson in the classroom
Advises and assists teachers to determine what, when, where, and how to integrate technology tools in the curriculum
Has a strong foundation in pedagogy and teaching methodologies
Models technology usage for the staff
Assists the teacher with productivity
Develops a rich library of curriculum-driven technology-enhanced resources and materials for subject area teachers
Researches and develops methods of instruction for SOL standards and curriculum with effective technology-based teaching and learning strategies for student achievement
Ways the ITRT can benefit the building:
Collaborates technology use with school personnel, and administrators
Coordinates selection of software
Facilitates a school-wide technology effort
Designs and implements high-quality professional development
Helps schools develop and implement short-term and long-term learning goals into school improvement plans
Is a liaison between the school and the school division technology office
Helps with communication to parents and patrons via the internet by improving school web pages including homework
hotlines and event calendars
HCPS ITRT Mission:
The Instructional Technology Resource Teacher contributes to the knowledge and skills that create a culture where technology enhances engagement, instruction and learning in unique and powerful ways.
HCPS ITRT Role Profile:
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