Senior Educational Technologist; K-12

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, forward‑thinking Senior Educational Technologist to enhance, support, and optimize our digital learning ecosystem. In this role, you will serve as a key contributor to our Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) and its integrated Content Management System (CMS), collaborating closely with IT and academic teams to ensure system health and effective content delivery. Beyond platform support, you will drive the evaluation and secure onboarding of Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) integrations, manage our educational media platforms, and champion innovative pedagogical practices across our K‑12 iPad ecosystem.

• Act as a core functional contributor to the Canvas LMS environment, assisting with sub‑account management, user permissions, system configurations, and routine feature updates.
• Maintain and improve the integrated CMS framework within Canvas, ensuring structured, accessible, and intuitive course navigation and content delivery across all grade levels.
• Analyze system usage data to optimize platform adoption, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and collaborate with partner IT teams to support data rostering and SIS syncing.
• Lead the evaluation, testing, and deployment of new LTI‑integrated tools, third‑party applications, and software extensions within Canvas.
• Establish a rigorous vetting process for new EdTech tools, auditing them for technical compatibility, accessibility compliance (WCAG/VPAT), and student data privacy standards (FERPA, COPPA, SOPPA).
• Maintain a centralized registry of approved integrations and coordinate with vendor teams regarding software renewals and licensing compliance.
• Architect and support teaching and learning strategies tailored to our K‑12 iPad environment, ensuring apps and digital workflows are highly optimized for mobile touch devices.
• Manage and optimize educational media platforms (e.g., Canvas Studio, Panopto) to support asynchronous video learning.
• Partner with the IT/MDM team to facilitate seamless app deployment, profile configurations, and a frictionless end‑user experience on student and faculty iPads.

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in educational technology, instructional design, or systems administration.
• Deep functional knowledge of LMS and CMS frameworks.
• Proven track record of successfully onboarding and configuring LTI 1.3/Advantage integrations.
• Extensive experience with the Apple ecosystem and using iPads as a learning tool in an educational environment.
• Strong understanding of student data privacy laws (FERPA, COPPA) and security frameworks required to safely onboard new software.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to translate complex technical processes into clear, actionable guidance for educators and school leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Critical Thinking: Investigates problems deeply, questions assumptions, and distinguishes truth from plausibility.
• Communication: Articulates ideas with clarity and economy; tailors messages to the audience for maximum impact.
• Entrepreneurial Drive: Takes full ownership, removes obstacles without prompting, and measures success by results.
• Resilience: Uses feedback constructively and rises to higher standards when challenged.
• Curiosity: Seeks to understand how systems work, traces work through real‑world impact, and cares about details and edge cases.

This position offers the unique opportunity to directly shape the digital landscape of our school community. You will work alongside a collaborative team of educators and IT professionals who are deeply passionate about leveraging technology to inspire curiosity, foster equity, and elevate the K‑12 student experience.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. This position is not bonus eligible.

Compensation Range: $125,000 - $140,000 USD

Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.

Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive.