Technology Specialist

Overview
The D103 Instructional Technology Team believes that three words guide all of our work; equip, explore, empower. This team-created vision is intended to be considered in all decisions we make and actions we take. We are a dynamic, collaborative, fun, and safe team that seeks to continually improve how we serve all of our stakeholders, including each other.

The primary function of the technology specialist is to act as the front line of technology support for the faculty, staff, and students at Half Day School (grades 3-5). This role will also support district-wide technology initiatives at the discretion of the Director of Technology & Assessment.


Required Skills:

• Ability and desire to learn
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Patient, resilient, and positive
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals and groups of all sizes
• Competencies in a variety of areas, including problem-solving, multi-tasking, record keeping, prioritizing, and the like

Primary Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):
Building Technology Support

• Develop and maintain a strong customer service approach with staff, students, and families
• Utilize the district’s technology support ticket system (FMX) to manage support requests from both faculty and staff, and complete in a timely manner
• Work alongside the building Technology Coach to support and implement the school’s technology plan
• Manage, maintain, inspect, and facilitate repairs, as needed, for all classroom technology to ensure it is working per the District vision
• Configure and manage technology components to support district assessments

Device and Software Management

• Learn and help manage, deploy, and install technology, including iPads, Mac and Windows computers, classroom video and audio equipment, printers, etc.
• Learn and help manage district and school software such as Google Workspace, student information system, mobile device management system, Learning Platforms, and various other learning and management tools
• Provide, create, and curate training and documentation for school and district hardware and software.

Other Duties as Assigned
Preferred Qualifications

• College Degree or equivalent certifications
• School District experience
• Technical support experience
• Printer support experience
• Training experience and/or willingness to learn

Physical Requirements
Moderate degree of physical stamina. Ability to move freely to various locations within school settings. Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and bending. Lifting of devices 40-80 lbs. Climbing of ladders 6’-10’. Exposure to noise and activity in a school setting.

REPORTS TO: Director of Technology and Assessment, Building Administration

Work Year: 12-month employee

SALARY AND BENEFITS PACKAGE
Commensurate with education and experience

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Apply online only

SELECTION PROCEDURE
Online applications will be reviewed by administration and potential candidates will be contacted for interviews.