Downers Grove School District 58 · 2 weeks ago
Director of Technology Salary $106,000-$120,000 based on experience . For more information about benefits click the handbook link below.
Downers Grove, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$106K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expDowners Grove School District 58 is seeking a Director of Technology to provide strategic leadership for all technology operations and digital infrastructure across the district. The role involves shaping how technology supports teaching and learning, leading a team responsible for maintaining secure systems, and building the data infrastructure necessary for informed decision-making.
Primary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Provides leadership and guidance to assure effective use of instructional technology integrated with the learning experience
Develops guides and instructional materials
Assists administrators in assessing needs and exploring ways in which technology can help meet identified needs
Works with the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction and curriculum committees to match hardware, software, and professional development with curricular goals
Provides guidance to administrators in planning instructional technology
Prepares documents relating to use of instructional technology in the district
Provides staff support to ensure effective use of instructional technology
Plans, conducts, and evaluates in-service training sessions to introduce staff to appropriate hardware, software, and integrated technology pedagogy
Assists staff in integrating instructional technology into their lessons
Trains and supports staff to become knowledgeable about or comfortable with technology
Uses technology to improve communication, directing and coordinating the use of e-mail, district websites, communications platforms, phone systems, and other forms of communication to facilitate decision-making and to enhance effective communication with key stakeholders
Supports the operation, deployment, and evaluation of digital learning software
Supports the deployment of end-user devices (students and staff). Including procurement, budgeting, management, support, and life cycle management
Oversees the Google Workspace management, including licensing for users, devices, and applications
Evaluates technology department staff and contributes to the evaluation of other staff as assigned
Facilitates training for staff in the use of technology to manage student data
Manages the help desk support system
Oversees the District data operations, including, but not limited to, our local student information system, registration, ISBE SIS, and assessment platforms
Oversees the digital distribution of student report cards and scheduling of parent-teacher conferences
Develops guidelines and procedures for District hardware, software and network purchases
Makes recommendations for the selection of equipment, supplies, and professional development related to technology
Directs and supervises budgeting, compliance, grants, e-rate, reporting requirements and data management
Performs all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of five years of successful experience in an educational setting (K-8 preferred)
Deep knowledge of data systems, integrations, and analytics platforms
Proven experience managing enterprise applications (SIS, LMS)
Strong understanding of network infrastructure, cloud services, and cybersecurity
Demonstrated success leading technical teams and managing budgets
Knowledge of data privacy laws and compliance requirements in education
Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences
Type 75 Certification - General Administrative
Preferred
Demonstrated professional experience in a technology leadership role preferred
Benefits
Hospital Major Medical Insurance Benefit information is on page 5 and 6 of the handbook.
Company
Downers Grove School District 58
District 58 includes more than 5,000 preschool through 8th grade students and more than 600 staff on a journey of discovery and learning at our 11 neighborhood elementary schools and 2 middle schools.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
Daily Herald
2024-11-24
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