JOB DESCRIPTION

School Technology Manager

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

The ITM is a creative and dynamic leader charged with developing and implementing a strategic vision in all areas of technology for the school. He / She will facilitate the integration of digital tools and best practices into curriculum and administrative systems. Both a big picture thinker and a hands-on implementer the ITM engages with administrators educators and Technology Vendor parents and students to extend responsible and creative use of technology. Customer Service Minded.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Direct report: Head of School

Regional report: ISP Head of Technology Iberia

Working relationships:

- Teachers and staff across the school.

- Student Parents.

- IT rservice Vendos.

- Other Technology Lead in the Iberia region

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for the use of technology in both the academic and infrastructural systems.
• Support the carrying out of the schools technology strategic plan.
• Maintain knowledge of and communicate current research findings and forecasts related to the effective use of technology in the schools educational program.
• Provide current cutting-edge information to support decision-making on academic and administrative technology matters.
• In collaboration with the administrative team oversee professional development of staff on the integration of technology into the curriculum. Will also at times provide direct professional development.
• Ensure that all educators and students have access to the appropriate technology tools to perform their tasks job with the best possible efficiency.
• Focus on ensuring that network and other technology resources are used safely and responsibly rather than limiting access.
• Oversee all administrative aspects of technology programs and services at the school; including infrastructure implementation and maintenance support of educators staff in the use of different area of technology.
• Own the setup and installation of new equipment for staff and students.
• Perform proper troubleshooting and maintenance work. Determine whether a problem needs outside help or can be fixed in-house.
• Effectively allocate and manage resources to support strategic priorities and initiatives.
• Provide leadership in the purchase and acquisition of new technology and equipment. Consults with appropriate stakeholders to coordinate evaluate and recommend and purchase new technology and equipment.
• Possess the understanding of industry-standard related practices and procedures of regulations and guidelines as they relate to the purchase and use of software (specifically copyright laws and the use of licensed equipment and materials.
• Develop and monitor annual instructional technology and technology operations budget in cooperation with appropriate stakeholders in a school and Regional Level.
• Maintain records/inventory of equipment and resources.
• The Professional use of Technology Help desk system provided by ISP Group.
• Professionally represent the school in interactions with parents community staff and students and resolve conflict in a professional manner.
• Comply with applicable District state local and federal laws rules and regulations.
• Respond willingly to emergency situations outside of the standard work schedule.
• Pitch in where needed even if its outside of formal domain.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School

Technical Skills:

• Hands on Experience with wired and wireless Infrastructure. (HP Aruba Cisco Meraki is preferred)
• Hands on Experience with Windows server operating system and Domain Controllers.
• Hands On Experience with security practices of firewall and content filtering.
• Hands On Knowledge with TCP/IP DNS Routing and Firewalls.
• Hands On Knowledge in managing IP PABX.
• Hands On Knowledge in managing Virtual environment and Backup (VMware Hyper-V preferred).
• Hands On Experience on managing Education Platform O365 Google G-Suite.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years experience in similar role and 10 years of experience in technology in general.
• B.S or Equivalent Degree Computer /Technology Field.

ISPCommitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying hiring developing and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender ethnicity sexual orientation and gender expression age disability status neurodivergence socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.