Overview
Under the supervision of the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Technology plays a critical role on our Network team, ensuring all staff and students have well-functioning, streamlined technology. They monitor and ensure all devices are operating at our organizational standard and all issues are addressed quickly, with little negative impact on instruction. They serve as organizational experts in our operating systems and software programs (ex. GoogleSuite, PowerSchool, SchoolPass, ParentSquare, etc.) with the ability to address “quick fixes” internally and work with software program support teams as needed. Finally, the Director of Technology ensures all state and network-wide testing runs efficiently from a technology perspective.
Background on the Organization Circle City Schools is a small network of schools in Indianapolis, Indiana composed of ACE Prep (K-6) and Circle City Prep (K-8). Both campuses are committed to high expectations paired with high levels of support. We hold a deep belief that all scholars have immense potential and unique strengths. ACE Prep, serving grades K-6 in the Greater Broad Ripple area, was founded in 2016 and boasts a 90%+ IREAD pass rate in SY24 and SY25. While focused on academic rigor, ACE totes a small school environment where each child is seen and cared for. Circle City Prep, serving K-8 scholars on the Far Eastside of Indianapolis, was founded in 2017 and serves 90%+ low-income and 30%+ multilingual learners. For the last four years, Circle City Prep has been the highest performing public school in its community and focuses on a well rounded school experience.
Job Responsibilities As the Director of Technology, you will:
Establish and implement Network IT strategy.
Develop innovative IT initiatives to foster the growth goals and desired environment of Network students and staff.
Analyze and identify risks from current Network systems, security, and data reports to identify and develop solutions that minimize risks.
Inventory, manage, and troubleshoot through the lifecycle of all Network's IT assets (hardware & software, including but not limited to access points, switches, servers, firewalls, copiers, laptops, phones, etc.).
Manage all network platforms including but not limited to, instructional and operational programs.
Develop and maintain adequate industry-specific knowledge of standards and unique technology needs by participating in training programs offered to develop skill and proficiency in scope of work.
Integrate IT standardization and well-established processes and procedures into daily operations.
Serve as the testing technical and prepare technology for state testing.
Identify emerging technologies that will further support business needs.
Provide regular written and verbal updates to the Chief Operating Officer and Directors of Operations on the status of systems supporting the education environment.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements As the Director of Technology, you must:
Strong technical ability with IT certifications, required.
Bachelor’s Degree, Technical School or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
3+ years of experience and/or training pertinent to job responsibilities, required.
Strong data gathering and analytical skills, required.
Experience with complex systems in an educational environment, preferred.
Mastery in Student Information System (SIS), specifically PowerSchool, and other software used in the organization.
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Background on the Organization Circle City Schools is a small network of schools in Indianapolis, Indiana composed of ACE Prep (K-6) and Circle City Prep (K-8). Both campuses are committed to high expectations paired with high levels of support. We hold a deep belief that all scholars have immense potential and unique strengths. ACE Prep, serving grades K-6 in the Greater Broad Ripple area, was founded in 2016 and boasts a 90%+ IREAD pass rate in SY24 and SY25. While focused on academic rigor, ACE totes a small school environment where each child is seen and cared for. Circle City Prep, serving K-8 scholars on the Far Eastside of Indianapolis, was founded in 2017 and serves 90%+ low-income and 30%+ multilingual learners. For the last four years, Circle City Prep has been the highest performing public school in its community and focuses on a well rounded school experience.
Job Responsibilities As the Director of Technology, you will:
Establish and implement Network IT strategy.
Develop innovative IT initiatives to foster the growth goals and desired environment of Network students and staff.
Analyze and identify risks from current Network systems, security, and data reports to identify and develop solutions that minimize risks.
Inventory, manage, and troubleshoot through the lifecycle of all Network's IT assets (hardware & software, including but not limited to access points, switches, servers, firewalls, copiers, laptops, phones, etc.).
Manage all network platforms including but not limited to, instructional and operational programs.
Develop and maintain adequate industry-specific knowledge of standards and unique technology needs by participating in training programs offered to develop skill and proficiency in scope of work.
Integrate IT standardization and well-established processes and procedures into daily operations.
Serve as the testing technical and prepare technology for state testing.
Identify emerging technologies that will further support business needs.
Provide regular written and verbal updates to the Chief Operating Officer and Directors of Operations on the status of systems supporting the education environment.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements As the Director of Technology, you must:
Strong technical ability with IT certifications, required.
Bachelor’s Degree, Technical School or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
3+ years of experience and/or training pertinent to job responsibilities, required.
Strong data gathering and analytical skills, required.
Experience with complex systems in an educational environment, preferred.
Mastery in Student Information System (SIS), specifically PowerSchool, and other software used in the organization.
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