Job Post: Full-Time Technology Specialist

Full-Time Technology Specialist
October 22, 2007
General Description:
The Carey School is an independent, coeducation Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade school with approximately 224 students. The school is located at 2101 Alameda de Las Pulgas in San Mateo, California, approximately 20 miles south of San Francisco and 30 miles north of San Jose (near Highway 92). For more information please visit www.careyschool.com. The Carey School is creating a new full-time Technology Specialist position to meet the needs of its expanding technology curriculum. The Technology Specialist will report to the Technology Director and will work closely with school faculty, parents and students on all aspects of the school’s technology operations. The candidate is responsible for managing and maintaining the school’s network of OS-X computers, email, library database and other applications, external website, printers,
backups, phone systems, security infrastructure and other technology-related systems. The candidate will also participate in the development and implementation of a comprehensive Technology Plan for the school, including the evaluation, selection, purchase and implementation of new hardware, software and school information systems. Finally, the Technology Specialist will also have the opportunity to work directly with school faculty and staff on their technology needs.

Duties:
• Administer OS-X servers
• Maintain and improve computer systems in the computer lab, classrooms, and offices
• Oversee the school’s network, including physical networks, routers and internet connections
• Manage critical software applications including the school’s business systems, email systems
and student information systems
• Install and configure server-based educational software and productivity software (Microsoft
Office, Adobe software, etc.)
• Assist with the management and update of the school’s website
• Ensure reliable backups and lead disaster recovery procedures
• Manage phone and security systems, including SPAM / virus protection software
• Evaluate, negotiate, select, purchase and implement new hardware and software as needed
• Develop and implement strategic and tactical technology projects as directed by the
Technology Director
• Maintain current documentation of the school’s technology infrastructure and systems
• Assist other school faculty and staff in implementing technology in the classroom
• Assist with school-wide technology professional development
• Provide just-in-time support for other faculty and staff

Qualifications:
• BA/BS degree. Master’s degree and/or previous teaching experience is a huge plus
• Minimum 3 - 5 years experience in technology positions, ideally in a K-12 academic setting
• Strong experience with and deep understanding of Macintosh system and networks including
OS X client/server systems using Open Directory, Home/Mobile Accounts, DNS and DHCP
service. Expertise with OS-X server and network administration and creating and deploying
client computer images is required
• Windows XP/2000 experience is a plus
• Experience with networks, phone systems, business software, school information systems,
email systems, backups and other technology systems
• Desire and ability to work with faculty, staff and students to understand and address technology
needs. Ability to assist individuals with varying degrees of technical experience
• Programming skills, such as scripting, web site layout and programming, database knowledge,
is a huge plus
• Excellent problem-solving, organization and verbal/written communication skills
• Eagerness to learn new technology
• Patience and a sense of humor

Software Experience:
• OS-X Server (Workgroup Manager, Server Admin, etc)
• Apple Remote Desktop
• Synchronize Pro
• FileMaker Pro 7
• Raisers Edge (admissions / development software - BlackBaud)
• QuickBooks Accounting Software
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Macromedia Creative Suite (Dreamweaver, InDesign, etc.)
• K-5 Educational Software

Full-time, 12-month position:
The Technology Specialist position is a full-time, 12-month salaried position. Salary is based upon experience and qualifications.
Position includes full health, dental, and retirement benefits.
Position open until filled, with desire to fill as soon as possible.
Please send resume to:
The Carey School
One Carey School Lane
(2101 Alameda de Las Pulgas)
San Mateo, CA 94403
Attn: Barney Desroches
Or send resume electronically to: tech2@careyschool.com

Job Post: Customer Care Training Analyst

From ITEC grad Kira Zadow-Colley:

I am currently working for Hotwire.com, and I we have an opening. The offices are located in downtown San Francisco.

I'd love the opportunity to work some of you guys, and I'm excited about the opportunity to share the position with other extremely well qualified individuals. No relocation is required, and rates are very competitive. The scale of the projects that you will beworking on are going to be large (+ 200) and international inscope.

Consider it an impressive addition to your portfolio. This is for a full time position. It is primarily development (writing) and analysis of data for Call Centers. You will be developing Curriculum and working with an outsourcer who is 100% ILT. We are in the process of transitioning to eLearning. So this position is growing, and will involve development and analysis.

If you decide to apply - please mention me Kira Zadow-Colley fromHotwire.com mailto:kzcolley@hotwire.com) The Posting is listed through the expedia.com job board.Below is a breif of the position:
Customer Care Training Analyst - 5956
Location: Hotwire; San Fransisco
Hiring Manager: Jennie O'Hara
Recruiter: Stephanie Troxel (415) 343-8890
The position of Customer Care Training Analyst requires a customer and business focused and flexible individual, possessing the ability to balance independence and
individual contribution, with a strong team orientation while collaborating with a wide variety of individuals across and outside of the organization. As part of the Customer Care team, they will make an effective contribution to ongoing business information analysis, trend analysis, and business metrics analysis, along with the design of content to support new business initiatives. The position involves working with the Hotwire Customer Care team, based in San Francisco, and outsourced Customer Call Centers, based in the US and Internationally.

If you have any questions, you can always IM me on AOL:
m8ingcacti or on Yahoo: kzzadowcolley

Thanks, and good luck!

Kira Zadow-Colley ITECgrad 2006

Web 2.0 and Learning Event

LEARNING 2.0: WHAT IS IT, AND WHY SHOULD YOU CARE?

Trying to figure out what people mean by Learning 2.0?

Want to understand what's myth and what's true; what's hype and what's real?

Curious about what will become of instructor-led training in a Web 2.0 world?

There is surely a lot of buzz about Web 2.0 and now Learning 2.0. Blogs and v-logs, wikis and group chat, podcasts and VODS social networks and informal learning, m-learning and rapid e-learning, simulations and virtual worlds are quickly becoming a part of the ongoing conversation among learning professionals.

Come and join this fun dialogue with Lance Dublin, industry veteran, consultant and author to understand how to best integrate and leverage these "new" approaches and technologies to make Learning 2.0 real.

Presented by Lance DublinLance is an independent management consultant, international speaker and author based in San Francisco, California and serving clients world-wide. He specializes in strategy development, program design, and implementation for corporate learning programs and organizational Change management. He brings to his work more than 30 years' experience in adult education and training, communication and change management, and organizational design and development Lance is a regular speaker and keynote presenter at regional, national and international conferences.

In addition, he is the author of numerous published articles, co- Author of the capstone book in ASTD's e-learning series, "Implementinge-Learning" and a contributor to ASTD's "Handbook of Training Design and Delivery", Elliot Masie's "Learning Rants, Raves and Reflections," and Marc Rosenberg's "Beyond e-Learning."

DATE: Wednesday, October 10, 2007
TIME: 5:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Crowne Plaza Hotel (480 Sutter Street at Powell)

More Event Info and Easy Pre-Registration Online! http://www.astdgoldengate.org/

Job Post: Technology Aide for Hillcrest School

The Hillcrest PTA is hiring for a part time enrichment technology teacher to instruct students in grades 4-8 (approximately 20-25 at a time) in the school computer lab for the 2007-2008 school year. We would give preference to someone who can begin immediately.

Hours: M-F 9:30-11:30 (8 one hour sessions – 2 sessions 4th grade, 4 sessions 5th grade, 1 session 7th grade, 1 session 8th grade) for a total of 10 hours per week instruction + 1 hour prep time

Pay: $30/hr (PTA employee, not OUSD) no benefits

General Course Description: Beginning in 4th and 5th grades, students need to learn how to touch type so that they can use the computer keyboard with fluency. So that they will be able to use computers as a tool, they need to be able to word-process, use email responsibly, and research efficiently.

Our student goals include but are not limited to:

• typing with fluency
• research effectively and responsibly
  use email responsibly
• able to produce posters with graphics, brochures, papers,
  produce computer art
• develop and present a powerpoint report
• learn about excel

Also, we would like the 7th and 8th graders to create a digital yearbook toward the end of the school year.

In the school computer lab we have: Type to Learn, Mavis Beacon Typing, Microsoft Office, Kidpics???, Kidspiration??? and money to purchase software. In addition we could use someone who knows how to maintain a computer lab, troubleshoot problems and network computers. We are willing to negotiate a limited number of additional hours for this role.

Qualifications: Candidates should have experience with and interest in working with kids in addition to experience in technology. No teaching credential is required.

Contact Information:
Monica Marcone
Hillcrest PTA Curriculum Manager
monica@marcone.us
510-654-8222

GAP Workshop for Spring 2008 Grads

Students who are planning to graduate Spring 2008 semester are invited to attend the GAP workshops.

We have scheduled two meeting:

1. On September 24, Monday, in Burk Hall 168 at 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
2. On September 25, Tuesday, in Burk Hall 170 at 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

These events are also reflected on the ITEC calendar.

Job Post: AAA University Paid Intern

CSAA (the Northern California chapter of AAA, the Automobile Club of America) is seeking instructional design interns in the Contact Center College of our corporate University. The Contact Center College is responsible for the training needs of five contact centers located in CA and AZ.

In the Contact Center College of CSAA, we are performing a massive redesign initiative for all of our new hire training as we move from 95% ILT to a performance-based blended learning approach to an approach that will be 65% elearning, 25% live work and assessments and 10% performance management and coaching in the training lab.

We are seeking skilled instructional design students to help us with this task. We have immediate openings for students with expertise and/or experience producing work in Dreamweaver and/or Captivate.

Interns will be hired for between 15-40 hours per week and paid based on their skill and experience.

This is an opportunity for students to gain valuable real work experience on a team of instructional designers and make money while doing it. Interested students should send their resume and samples to desiree_oliver@csaa.com

CSAA is located at 100 Van Ness Avenue in San Francisco, just steps from the M-Muni line.

Job Post: Captivate software tutorials

From Karen Quigg:


The tutorials will be for 3D medical imaging software, and there are 30 planned.

Most of the preliminary ID work has been done, but we will need an ID to make adjustments to the overall plan based on the current version of the imaging software and client requests.

This position will begin as soon as a qualified candidate has been found, and we anticipate that the project will last for the next 3 months.

A minimum of 20 hours a week is required, and at least part of that time will need to be in our downtown SF office.

Pay commensurate with experience.

The ideal candidate will also have experience producing print-based instruction, as the next phase of this project will be print-based and we'd prefer to work with the same person in an ongoing manner. It is also extremely important that you have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Please send a resume, a link to work samples, writing samples (a paper from a class project is just fine), and a general schedule of your availability through November
2007 to kquigg@newmentor.com.