Director of Technology

Under the supervision of the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, provide services to manage the use of technology for administrative and curricular purposes in a networked environment serving pre-school, TK-12, and adult school. Serve all district students by directing the integration of digital tools and best practices into curriculum, instruction, data analysis, and administrative systems.

​REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Provide leadership in all aspects of technology for the school system.

•  Lead the development and implementation of a district strategic vision for educational technology for the purpose of ensuring effective, efficient use of technology to support district programs and services.

• Provide policy support and decision-making on academic and administrative technology matters for the purpose of leading the District in the lawful and effective use of technology.

• Supervise district-wide technology personnel in the maintenance and monitoring of district networks, hardware, accounts, and software.

• Manage the student information system; stay up to date with new features, provide training and assistance to site personnel, implement changes and new features.

• Manage the data warehouse and school-to-home communication tools.

• Supervise the Data Specialist in collecting and reporting student data for federal and State reports and assessments and all other data requests and reports.

• Maintain inventories of hardware, software, and licenses. Oversee license renewals and equipment replacement.

• Facilitate updates of district websites. Manage web platform integration with the student information system; act as liaison between district and site admin with contracted web developer.

• Provide technology-related staff development in formal and informal training sessions for certificated and classified staff and administrators. 

• Oversee the technology budget; advise and approve technology purchases.

• Work with E-Rate consultant to identify eligible services and contract requirements.

• Work with construction manager to specify network needs and standards.

• Attend educational technology conferences and workshops

• Collaborate with the Superintendent, Cabinet, principals and school staff to make informed decisions.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Experience with the operations and issues of an educational network.

• General knowledge of infrastructure requirements and components of local and wide area networks.

• Familiarity with educational technology resources, data systems, California state reporting requirements and educational technology issues.

• Ability to organize records and tasks.

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of school system staff.

• Knowledge of instructional practices and procedures in a TK-12 environment.

• Ability to design and implement targeted staff development.

• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as speaking and presentation skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Valid California Administrative Services Credential preferred.

• Significant experience working in K-12 education technology.