Director of Technology and Innovation

Woburn Public Schools•Woburn, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Woburn Public Schools (WPS) is seeking a Director of Technology and Innovation for a full-time, twelve-month position. This role is responsible for the strategic direction of all aspects of WPS instructional and information technology and systems, including planning, developing, directing, coordinating, and maintaining these systems. The Director will provide vision and leadership for IT initiatives, focusing on integrating technology into teaching and learning across all classrooms. WPS utilizes Google for Education and Powerschool. The district is committed to leveraging technology to enhance education and operations for its approximately 4,500 students across 10 schools.

Requirements

Masters degree (preferred)
DESE licensure as an Instructional Technology Specialist
DESE licensure as a Supervisor/Director or Principal
3-5 years experience in a district instructional technology leadership position
3-5 years experience as a teacher
Extensive knowledge of technology uses in educational/instructional settings, technology hardware and network operations, and student database management systems
Demonstrated success working within a diverse workforce with multiple constituencies

Responsibilities

Direct the District’s strategic educational technology planning efforts, including developing and maintaining the Technology and Digital Learning Plan.
Collaborate with District leaders and principals to align, curate, create, and consistently improve digital materials and apps used in the support of learning.
Set annual goals, operational objectives, priorities, strategic approach, and budget requirements in accordance with the District’s Technology and Digital Learning Plan.
Ensure accountability for the overall implementation of plans and strategies, and evaluate IT services and progress on strategic plans and goals.
Create and maintain a support and maintenance plan for all technology devices, software, network components, peripherals, etc.
Develop and plan for providing adequate and affordable hardware and software replacements/upgrades.
Ensure that users receive consistent high quality, reliable and friendly customer service from technical staff and digital learning specialists.
Communicate with the district administration on the technology support required for major program initiatives.
Develop, implement and assess performance standards and service levels for IT services.
Work with special education to ensure that students receive appropriate assistive technology.
Provide technological support and guidance to the curriculum leadership as it relates to digital learning.
Coordinate professional development related to pedagogical approaches, technology integration, instruction, assessment, and digital learning.
Consult with district administration and staff in the development of grant proposals.
Oversee the design, development, and implementation of new technology solutions and services including the maintenance of outside products and services and integration of present systems with new technology.
Ensure the stability, reliability, and integrity of in-house and vendor provided wired and wireless networks overseen by the Network Manager.
Develop and administer a comprehensive security program to protect information, integrity and ensure compliance with federal privacy requirements – the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA), and Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Provide consultation in the design, development and execution of facility construction and remodeling projects that require the Technology Department’s expertise or impact its areas.
Develop, manage, and monitor the department’s budgets for technology and large capital expenses.
Define technology contract specifications, terms, and conditions, including performance and reliability standards, and administer contracts to ensure compliance.
Establish and track support contracts, licenses, maintenance agreements and upgrades for the District’s technology.
Oversee the cost-effective acquisition of devices and software, and management of vendors to ensure that IT operations are within established budget constraints.
Oversee the District’s participation in the E-Rate Program.
Work with the technology support staff to review each staff member’s workload; identify training needs among staff, and run reports to look for trends, (e.g., hardware aging out, the same type of end-user questions, problems, or requests, etc.).
Ensure DESE data submissions are timely and accurate.
Mentor and supervise employees.
Conduct annual performance reviews of direct reports.
Cultivate cohesiveness, sharing of information, communication, high service levels, teamwork, and cross-training.
Direct technology consultants and contractors.
Recruit and retain highly qualified staff members.
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.