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.

Supervises

• 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.

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;
• Chair 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;
• Provides leadership and serves as a resource for district staff in the area of technology and helps facilitate effective integration of technology in instruction;

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.

Application Instructions

Cape Elizabeth Schools will not accept paper applications or supporting materials. All applications and supporting materials are to be completed via Frontline at https://www.applitrack.com/cape/onlineapp/ and include: completed application, cover letter specific to posted position, current resume; copies of all post secondary transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and copy of current Maine teacher/administrator certification.