The Director of Information Technology is an innovative, creative, and dynamic leader charged with developing and implementing a strategic vision in all areas of technology for the School. In addition to overseeing and managing the School’s technology hardware, software, and budget, the Director implements best practices involving digital tools and technology integration into daily practical classroom use. As both a generator of big ideas and a hands-on implementer, the Director engages with administrators, staff, educators, and students to extend the responsible and creative use of technology.
The Director must be a strategic thinker with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, while also operating as a dynamic leader with the credibility to create and sustain momentum in the School’s appropriate use of technology in its curriculum and instruction. An understanding of the culture of independent school education is deeply valued. Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Technology is a member of the Senior Administrative Team and works with the School’s leadership to define, develop, shape, and prioritize the School’s academic technology program.
The ideal candidate finds joy in working with children, adults, and in school life; is kind and patient, and possesses a healthy sense of humor; shows an appreciation for the craft of teaching, along with a passion for and knowledge of K-12 Academic Technology; is committed to leading and supporting teachers’ ongoing professional development; possesses or shows promise of successful leadership experience and has led the development and implementation of innovative program design; possesses an organized, hands-on leadership style that can delegate with confidence; demonstrates strong knowledge and understanding of technology operations and educational integration necessary at an independent school; is well-versed in instructional technology hardware, software, and related web-based tools, information technology, systems management, and network development and management; demonstrates success working with faculty in all disciplines to identify instructional needs to enable/enhance student learning, and the ability to apply information technology in solving business problems; has a strong understanding of relational databases and client-server concepts.
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Qualified candidates should submit their Cover Letter, Resume and
LCDS Employment Application with references to Brenda Tarvin at
tarvinb@lancastercountryday.org.
Please note: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination, including a booster if eligible, is strongly recommended for employment at Lancaster Country Day School.