Educational Technology Director

CAPE ELIZABETH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

Job Description

TITLE: Director of Educational Technology

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in educational technology or related field preferred; 
• Maine Department of Education certification as an assistant building administrator (045) or higher preferred; 
• Successful experience as a Technology Director or similar position preferred; 
• Successful experience as a classroom teacher preferred; 
• Experience in budget development and management; 
• Knowledge of network design and maintenance, G Suite, PowerSchool, website design; 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; 
• Demonstrates skills in team management; 
• Demonstrates positive collaboration with others; 
• Demonstrates knowledge of current research, theory, and pedagogy as it relates to computer science and digital technology; 
• Demonstrates knowledge of adaptive technology; 
• Displays a philosophy that is compatible with that of the school department. 

REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools

SUPERVISES:

• In collaboration with town Technology Director, supervises and evaluates data facilitator(s), network and systems administrator(s), and technology support specialist(s); 
• Supports school administrators on the supervision/evaluation of the technology integrators and computer science and technology teachers. 

JOB GOAL: To provide leadership, coordination, and innovation in the development and implementation of a comprehensive K-12 technology education program.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Educational Leadership 
  • Provides vision and leadership for developing and implementing educational technology initiatives, including through serving as a member of the district administrative team; 
  • Co-chairs the Technology Committee and oversees the development of a long-range technology plan for the use of present and emerging technologies designed to improve the teaching and learning process; 
  • Coordinates development and implementation of district computer science and digital technology curriculum and program in partnership with the Assistant Superintendent. 
  • Provides leadership and serves as a resource for district staff in the area of technology and helps facilitate effective integration of technology in instruction; 
  • Evaluates on an annual basis the overall computer science and digital technology educational program of the district and makes resultant recommendations regarding the program to the Superintendent. 
• Communications/Community Relations 
  • Interprets the philosophy of educational technology to staff, students, and the community at large; 
  • Reports as requested to the School Board on the status of the technology plan and technology use in the schools; 
  • Acts as the district’s technology liaison with parent groups and statewide technology organizations and initiatives. 
• Professional Development 
  • Coordinates professional development as it relates to technology in partnership with the Assistant Superintendent; 
  • Oversees the technology-related onboarding and exiting of staff. 
• Budgeting/Program Funding 
  • Develops and manages the district-wide technology budget; 
  • Researches and develops supplemental funding proposals for the district (e.g., grants, E-rate). 
• Administration/Organizational Management ○ Oversees the school department’s website; 
  • Coordinates the evaluation, purchase, distribution, and repair of technology equipment and materials in alignment with district goals; 
  • Maintains an inventory of technology equipment and materials for the district; 
  • Ensures school systems and users follow security best-practices and adhere to applicable laws and regulations including FERPA requirements. 
  • In collaboration with the Town Tech Director, develops and implements procedures to safeguard the integrity and security of all district devices including network security, back-up procedures, and maintenance; 
  • In collaboration with the Town Tech Director, oversees the administration of district network services, serves as liaison with contracted maintenance vendors, and coordinates on-site technicians’ work; 
  • Meets regularly with district technology staff. 
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent. 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Year-round position with rate of pay and benefits as established by the School Board.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the Superintendent in accordance with the district’s policy on evaluation.

APPROVED: April 13, 2021