Director of Technology

Job Description Primary Purpose

Direct and manage the district’s instructional technology program. Develop and implement district wide technology-based staff development and training programs to facilitate the effective use of technology tools in instructional programs. Contribute to the development of short- and long-range plans for the integration of technology into the instructional program.

• Education/Certification: Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Special Knowledge/
  
  Skills:
  
  Knowledge of instructional software applications;
  Knowledge of technologies available for use in instructional setting;
  Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation;
  Ability to develop and deliver technology training to adult learners;
  Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience: Three years experience working with instructional software

• Oversee the development and implementation of a comprehensive staff development plan for the use of instructional technology in the classroom.
• Provide staff development to teachers and administrators in the use of teaching techniques that incorporate technology in the delivery of existing curriculum.
• Provide leadership and technical expertise to principals and other district personnel in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of effective instructional technology throughout the district.
• Work cooperatively with other curriculum development staff to smoothly and effectively integrate technology into the instructional curriculum.
• Coordinate the writing of curriculum for technology-based programs.
• Develop and implement a continuing evaluation of the instructional technology program and implement changes based on the findings.

• Compile cost estimates used in the budgeting process and administer the instructional technology budget ensuring that program is cost-effective and funds are managed prudently.
• Coordinate the selection of instructional technology equipment and software. Maintain a database of all instructional software and licensing in the district.
• Provide expertise in developing bids for purchase, distribution, maintenance, and installation of hardware, software, and other technological equipment and materials used for the instructional programs.

• Assist in the development of policies and procedures regarding technology issues.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate instructional technology staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
• Develop training options and improvement plans for instructional technology personnel to ensure best operation of programs.

• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate instructional technology staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
• Develop training options and improvement plans for instructional technology personnel to ensure best operation of programs.

Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of campus technology specialists.

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged sitting. Occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse. Occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Frequently work prolonged or irregular hours. Frequent district wide travel.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions. Maintain emotional control under stress.

Position Type: Full-Time