Director of Technology and Innovation

Director of Technology and Innovation

Woburn Public Schools Administrative Office - Woburn, Massachusetts. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details: Job . Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled. Starting Date:
Jul 1, 2026.

The Woburn Public Schools (WPS) consists of 10 schools in the City of Woburn, MA. The district’s administration recognizes the rapid pace of technological change and the expectation to use technology tools for teaching, learning, assessment, management, and communication. The school system educates a diverse student population of approximately 4,500 students. With the support of citizens, the school committee, faculty, administration, and city government, Woburn Public Schools has positioned itself to become one of the region’s premier school districts by funding and supporting increased technology infrastructure, hardware, and software.

This is a full‑time, twelve‑month position. The Director of Technology is responsible for the strategic direction of all aspects of WPS instructional and information technology and systems, including planning, developing, directing, coordinating, and maintaining instructional and administrative systems. They provide vision and leadership for developing and implementing IT initiatives and supporting WPS goals with an emphasis on integrating technology‑based teaching and learning in all classrooms.

WPS is a Google for Education and Power School district.

• 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), Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and 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.
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