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Start Your Online Application Now At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no "typical" Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning. We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive. We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation. You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins. Purpose Statement: The ideal candidate is both a technology visionary as well as an action-oriented and student-centered operator and will lead Hopkins'' integration of technology in Hopkins Learning Framework aligned learning strategies. They have mastery of their content and instructional expertise and an interest in creating an educational model that fully aligns with Vision 2031. This person has a strong technology integration background and can apply this skill set to co-create technology integration ecosystems to enable rigorous, personalized learning for all students. This role offers opportunities to shape district practice, influence system design, and grow as an instructional leader within a collaborative, values-driven team. The role is primarily school-embedded (approximately 80%), focused on technology integration instructional coaching, co-planning, modeling, and professional learning, with 20% dedicated to districtwide resource development and cross-functional systems work. You may be a strong fit for this role if? You thrive in classrooms and learning spaces , working side-by-side with educators and students to design, facilitate, and refine meaningful learning experiences. You enjoy coaching, modeling, and co-planning more than managing tools , and see technology integration as an instructional practice?not a technical task. You are energized by a people-facing, coaching-heavy role , building trust-based partnerships that support instructional growth over time. You can move fluidly between site-based relationships and district-level systems work , translating classroom insights into scalable practices and resources. You value equity, accessibility, and inclusive design as foundational to technology integration and intentionally reduce barriers to learning for all students. You embed technology integration into instructional planning and learning facilitation , aligning tools and pedagogies to clear learning goals and student outcomes. You design and facilitate ongoing, strategic, and scaffolded professional learning that builds educator capacity and leads to sustained changes in practice. You provide responsive, in-the-moment implementation support , adjusting coaching and guidance based on learner needs, instructional context, and evidence of impact. You are a high-capacity, outcomes-oriented instructional leader who wants to do meaningful, embedded work that improves learning experiences?not one-off initiatives. You are motivated by collaboration and contribution, and are excited to bring your distinct strengths and expertise to a cohesive Technology Integration Specialist team. Technology Integration Specialists'' Mission: In Hopkins, we are creating a better world by inspiring each student to reach their full potential. Our core values - authentic inclusivity, intentionally adventurous, optimistic innovation, humility of heart, vigilant equity, and love - ensure that students are at the center of their learning experience. We believe that how we utilize and support the resources, software, technologies and digital pedagogies being used in our learning spaces matters in service to Hopkins Learning Framework, Student Success Metrics, E-12+ Hopkins System Goals, the Equity Audit findings and our Vision 2031. By 2031 all Hopkins graduates will be prepared to compete in an increasingly competitive marketplace and sought out by colleges, universities and employers. The Technology Integration Specialist (TIS) team supports both school site teams and district teams in reimaging school from the ground up. This team will lead the work of ensuring technology is fully integrated in learning experiences and ensuring our technology investment works in service to our student learning goals and outcomes. Positions Available - TIS Specialty Areas: We are seeking Technology Integration Specialist team member(s) to join our talented team with divergent areas of expertise. We anticipate hiring up to 1.0 FTE for this vacancy. Final assignment may emphasize one specialty area or include responsibilities across both, depending on district needs and candidate strengths. Special Services Programming Role Overview : The Special Services Technology Integration Specialist is an educator-leader who partners with special education and support teams to ensure equitable access to technology and assistive tools that drive student success, wellness, and inclusive learning. This role serves as an instructional partner, job-embedded learning designer and a coach of technology-enabled pedagogy. They balance direct support for classrooms and students with systemwide leadership, fostering accessibility, compliance, and inclusive innovation across the district. Key Responsibilities : 1. Special Services Partnership, Support & Invested Parties Engagement Partner with special services and support staff to implement high-leverage technology strategies that advance student success, wellness, and individualized learning outcomes. Co-design and model technology-supported, concept-based inquiry and transdisciplinary learning environments in alignment with the Hopkins Learning Framework to support 504, IEP, and special services goals. Provide "in-the-moment" technology support for students and staff during instruction, including digital resource familiarization, troubleshooting, and solutioning. Collaborate directly with special services teachers and staff to support students and caregivers in maximizing district 1:1 devices to support equitable access and support accommodations and modifications. Support implementation of high leverage UDL principles to reduce barriers for student access. 2. Departmental/Systemwide Collaboration & Resource Alignment Support special services teams in troubleshooting technology barriers impacting student learning to increase equitable access to education. Collaborate with department and site leadership on technology integration goals aligned to broader service area priorities. Work across instructional areas and sites to increase visibility and adoption of accessibility tools and assistive technologies for all students. Collaborate with Technology Integration Specialists, Digital Learning Specialists (DLS), Instructional Design & Learning (IDL), and Information Services teams on system-level accessibility initiatives. 3. Leadership, Compliance & Ecosystem Development Serve as a district leader to forge and support new accessibility and assistive technology integration ecosystems. Maintain current knowledge of accessibility legislation and ensure systemwide compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices. Support strategic planning for special populations to align developmentally appropriate Tier 1 resources with programs. Support districtwide resource creation, curation, and sharing to strengthen inclusive technology practices and accessibility awareness across schools. Elementary Programming Role Overview : The Elementary Technology Integration Specialist is an educator-leader who partners with school teams to ensure effective and strategic use of technology to support student success, wellness, and personalized learning. This role serves as an instructional partner, job-embedded learning designer and a coach of technology-enabled pedagogy. They balance site-based support with systemwide collaboration, fostering cohesion across the district''s technology integration ecosystem. Key Responsibilities : 1. School-Level Instructional Leadership (Technology Integration Instructional Coaching, Co-Planning & Modeling) Collaborate with elementary instructional, operational, and support staff to implement high-leverage technology strategies that advance student success and wellness outcomes. Partner with school leadership to assess and address technology integration needs in alignment with site and system priorities. Co-design and model technology-supported, concept-based inquiry and transdisciplinary learning environments in line with the Hopkins Learning Framework. Support personalized learning through impactful technology use within specialized programs (e.g., PYP, PBL, Language Immersion, Outdoor Immersion, STEAM, Multiage). 2. Systemwide Collaboration & Resource Alignment (20% of role; district impact and coherence) Collaborate with Technology Integration Specialists (TIS), Digital Learning Specialists (DLS), Innovation, Design & Learning (IDL), and Information Services (IS) teams on district-level strategic initiatives. Contribute to the creation, curation, and sharing of resources that enhance outcomes-focused technology integration across schools. Serve as a bridge between site-based teams and district initiatives in their technology integration pedagogies and practices to ensure cohesive implementation and alignment with systemwide goals. 3. Leadership & Invested Parties Engagement Serve as a leader to forge and support elementary and districtwide cohesion for technology integration ecosystems aligned with the Hopkins Learning Framework. Partner with district and site leaders, teachers, students, and caregivers to ensure successful implementation and meaningful use of technology and outcomes in personalized learning environments. Collaborate across instructional and operational teams to improve user experience, accessibility, and equitable technology access for all elementary invested parties and learning spaces. Essential Functions: 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. This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. In addition to the specialty-area responsibilities above, all Technology Integration Specialists are expected to demonstrate the following core functions across assignments. Instructional Impact Facilitate the alignment of digital tools, pedagogies, and practices to reimagined learning models that advance student-centered, differentiated, and personalized instruction. Partner with staff in learning spaces to model effective, meaningful educational technology integration practices. Work directly with staff in individual and small-group settings to develop innovative instructional approaches that leverage technology to improve learning experiences for all learners. Support new-to-Hopkins staff in implementing a holistic, restorative, and personalized approach to technology integration aligned with district frameworks and priorities. Drive measurable improvements in student engagement, access, and learning outcomes through intentional, equity-centered technology integration. Translate instructional vision and learning frameworks into day-to-day classroom practice through modeling, co-planning, and embedded support. Other duties as assigned in service to our Hopkins communities and in alignment with district frameworks and priorities. Professional Learning & Coaching Provide professional learning opportunities that support educators'' evolving instructional roles and build capacity for high-leverage technology-enhanced learning. Collaborate with educators to reflect on instructional practice and continuously improve the effectiveness of technology integration in learning environments. Design and facilitate job-embedded professional learning experiences that result in sustained changes in instructional practice. Coach educators to independently select, adapt, and evaluate digital tools in alignment with learning goals rather than tool adoption alone. Other duties as assigned in service to our Hopkins communities and in alignment with district frameworks and priorities. System Collaboration & Stewardship Contribute effectively to system, team, and project goals in service to districtwide priorities and strategic initiatives. Collaborate across invested and impacted parties to support digital resource vetting, ongoing evaluation, and coordinated use of instructional technologies. Partner with cross-functional teams and departments (e.g., Information Services, IDL, TIS, DLS, HILT, BILT, and program leads) to advance coherent systemwide implementation and professional learning. Advance the District''s mission and core values through careful stewardship of learning, environment, and resources. Perform responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District''s established Core Values and commitment to high-quality, innovative, and equitable learning. Strengthen district coherence by connecting site-based instructional insights to systemwide resource development and strategic decision-making. Serve as a learning-focused liaison between instructional teams and system partners to ensure technology investments deliver instructional value. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by using feedback, data, and implementation evidence to refine resources and practices over time. Other duties as assigned in service to our Hopkins communities and in alignment with district frameworks and priorities. Qualifications: Continued employment is contingent upon consistency in applying professional dispositions and all required licenses/certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation. Required Qualifications : Minnesota teaching license in special education Bachelor''s degree in education, or a closely related field Driver''s license - travel required to locations throughout the District Ability to perform work duties in an office and classroom setting Preferred Qualifications : Minnesota teaching license in elementary education Teaching experience Experience integrating technology in K?12 learning environments Experience designing and facilitating scalable professional learning Experience facilitating adult learning and/or teacher leadership Experience with digital resource vetting, evaluation, coordination, and outcomes-focused implementation Project management experience Demonstrated success enacting transformative, equitable technology integration Experience managing multiple tasks, projects and competing priorities Professional Dispositions / Ways of Working : Centers the work around the experiences of students, caregivers, staff, and leadership Builds trust through partnership, courageous conversation, and follow-through Adapts to evolving technologies and innovative programming with curiosity and agility Organizes multiple priorities, processes and systems effectively Embodies Hopkins Core Values in how you show up to work every day Ability to forge, support, and evolve coherent technology integration ecosystems that align instructional practice, professional learning, and system priorities Assignment Information: The Technology Integration Specialist directly reports to the: Learning Design Futurist (Assistant Director of Innovation, Design and Learning) Director of Technology and Information Services Distribution of FTE: 80% school site(s) and 20% coordinated district resource The Technology Integration Specialist partners with site leadership initiatives and designated school site(s) communities in service to District strategic plans. The Technology Integration Specialist serves as a partner and liaison to the: Innovation, Design and Learning Team Information Services Department School site(s) leadership teams, including BILT Data Specialist Team Digital Literacy Specialist (DLS) Team Instructional and Peer Coaching Teams Application Process: REQUIRED for internal candidates: Cover Letter and apply on AppliTrack/Frontline Candidates should submit a cover letter which clearly indicates: (1) desired Specialty Area (from the TIS Team Specialty Areas menu listed above) (2) experiences in Hopkins Public Schools (3) Minnesota licensure area(s) Hours & Compensation: 1.0 - FTE Willingness to work year-round, 185 days, on a flexible calendar HEA Union Contract Range: BA, Step 0: $48,039.00 MA, Step 0: $52,223.00 Position specific Benefits information is available HERE Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE Hopkins Public Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online