Teacher Resource Specialist Trainer (TRST) – Collegiate High School Position Available In Polk, Florida

Teacher Resource Specialist Trainer (TRST) – Collegiate High School 
Salary $50,544.78 – $54,487.86 Annually Location Lakeland Job Type Full-Time Job Number 202500127 Org Collegiate High School Opening Date 05/13/2025 Closing Date 5/23/2025 8:00 AM Eastern

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Description This position is responsible for assessment, planning, training and other related activities associated with the integration and management of technology into the instructional program. This includes analysis of curriculum and instructional methodologies, and the evaluation and application of hardware and software for instructional purposes. Requires development of information and plans that will influence decisions and directions in regard to technology implementation. Requires faculty training as well as interaction on a one-to-one basis with a variety of groups. Utilizes the Polk County School Board technology management system to track and manage school-based, state evaluation and accountability data.

Examples of Duties Essential Functions/Duties:

Work with individual faculty members and with discipline-specific groups on specific strategies to infuse technology into curriculum and instruction.
Support the high school administration and faculty in all technology-related tasks
Support the High School Learning Management System as a system administrator and train faculty in its appropriate use.
Teach workshops to faculty leading to certification as distance education instructors and support their efforts after training.
Keep abreast with latest developments in technology, especially as applied to curriculum and instruction and state testing, disseminate such information to the high school principal and others as appropriate.
Advocate the use of technology to support instruction and serve as the technology liaison between the high school and the Polk County School Board.

Typical Qualifications Required Skills:

Knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of effective instruction. Knowledge of techniques and principles involved in utilizing technology in instruction. Knowledge of technologies applied to the learning environment.
Ability to make decisions within defined parameters of policy and professional standards.
Ability to work cooperatively with college personnel.
Excellent technical written and oral communications skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication.
Demonstrated commitment to community involvement.
Ability to critically analyze and troubleshoot technical issues.
Knowledge of the Florida education system preferred.
Ability to make decisions within defined parameters of policy and professional standards.
Ability to use computers and related software and peripherals, including multimedia, at a high level of competence.

Required Education:

Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree is required.

Preferred Education:

Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in instructional design, instructional technology, information systems, information technology or a closely related area is preferred.

Required Experience:

At least two years of experience in instructional technology is required. Supplemental Information Submissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered: a resume.
an electronic job application (all sections MUST be completed). Important Information If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States. Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship. To request Veteran’s Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application.
Polk State College is a drug-free workplace.
Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation is considered on a case-by-case basis. Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.
Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position. Equal Opportunity Statement Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, or employment. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Lonnie Thompson
Chief of Institutional Compliance & Engagement
Title IX Coordinator
999 Avenue H, NE
Winter Haven, FL 33881
WAD 215A
863.297.1000, ext. 5378