Technology Specialist

Job Description

Job Title:

Technology Specialist

Reports To:

Executive Director

Status:
Full-time.

Position is Monday through Friday, year-round with staff development on occasional Fridays and breaks throughout the year. Will be required to work in both schools.

Updated for  School Year

Position Summary:

What You Will Do (Tech Support and System Administration):

• Be available for daily IT, security, & curriculum support to all staff
• Coordinate installation of technology (Newline boards, projectors, copiers, ect)
• Collaborate and communicate regularly with administrators
• Support staff and students in the use of technology for both administrative and classroom purposes (devices, software, and curriculum tools)
• Provide training and guidance to staff to ensure effective use of educational technology
• Install, configure, test, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot devices and systems to ensure optimal performance
• Provide onsite tech support for standardized testing
• Collaborate with state reporting specialist on student enrollment and student data management in SIS
• Coordinate with the Operations Department in sending emergency family notifications, managing tech inventory and tech management
• Manage device inventory, updates, and distribution
• Maintain accurate inventory records in the asset management system (Mosyle)

What You Will Do (Tech Inventory and Management):

• Maintain and manage all technology inventory
• Audit user privileges and access on a monthly basis
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders regarding repair timelines and costs
• Provide onboarding technology training for new staff
• Support cybersecurity efforts, including anti-spam measures and staff training completion
• Collect and manage media permission forms and related documentation
• Administer and maintain cloud-based systems (e.g., camera systems and other platforms)
• Assign profiles and applications to school-owned devices via an MDM system (Mosyle or similar)
• Manage Google Groups and email distribution lists
• Oversee and support various IT systems, including cybersecurity tools, copiers, and other infrastructure

Spero Academy is committed to supporting those who have served in the armed forces. We recognize the valuable skills, experience, and dedication that veterans bring to the workforce. As such, veterans will be given priority consideration for employment opportunities within our company. We are proud to honor their service and offer meaningful career opportunities.

Spero Academy embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports persons of all identities, abilities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Spero Academy will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require accommodation please contact the our Human Resources Coordinator at hrdemy

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor degree or 2 years of technical helpdesk experience, or
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Experience working with technology and end-user support

These Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Would be Good to Have:

• Familiarity with Apple devices and Chromebooks
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Experience with Mosyle or other Mobile Device Management (MDM) systems
• Understanding of cybersecurity best practices
• Experience working in a school or educational environment
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset
• Ability to assess needs and implement effective, organized solutions

We are a tuition-free public charter school with programming designed to meet the individualized needs of students with disabilities. We invite you to explore our website to learn more about how our program may be able to help your student grow academically, emotionally, and socially.

The Mission of Spero Academy is to provide an individualized and adaptive education to help students grow academically, emotionally and socially.

We are a nonprofit charter school that is devoted to educational programs for students with disabilities that foster a sense of respect, responsibility and community. We are looking for a Technology Specialist who is eager to manage computer programming and upkeep for our staff and the students we serve. We are looking for someone who is able to manage system-wide technology management for both our campuses.