Position: Director of Information Technology
Division(s): All School
Date Effective: Fall 2022
Reports to: Head of School
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A master's degree (preferred) or bachelor's degree in computer science or technology. Experience in computer information systems, systems administration, systems engineering or equivalent work experience
- Demonstrated understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, Apple and Microsoft operating systems, endpoint protection, mobile device management
- Basic understanding of most technology protocols, command line interface, scripting, programming languages, LDAP, Layer 3 Switching, Android, iOS
- Demonstrated experience troubleshooting all types of technology in a networked environment
- At least one technology certification from vendors such as Apple, CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco or demonstrated equivalent skillset
- Experience working with Veracross or similar school information system
- Demonstrated experience developing a large budget, procuring equipment in bulk and negotiating with vendors
- Experience and interest in teaching and working with students and faculty colleagues
- Experience with technologies that support both school infrastructure and classroom learning environments
- Knowledge of 21st-century learning principles and teaching techniques that use technology
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Certified Google Educator or Apple Certified Teacher/Educator a plus
- Skills, talents, and flexibility for contributing to the independent school community in additional capacities. For example, coaching sports, advising extracurricular activities, supervising a computer club, coaching a robotics team, etc.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Director of Information Technology is broadly tasked with overseeing and supporting all aspects of information technology across the Whitby community. The Director is responsible for managing a department that functions to provide comprehensive analysis, support, and solutions to all members of the Whitby community. In addition, the Director ensures the accessibility, security, confidentiality, and structural integrity of all the school’s data. The Director provides leadership in ensuring that requests for hardware and software are supported by current research in pedagogy and/or industry best practices, that they are consistent with the school system’s instructional technology plan and technology guidelines, and that they can work within the framework of the school’s infrastructure.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee maintenance of the school’s internal hardware and software infrastructure
- Oversee maintenance of external cloud-based services
- Manage all aspects of the school’s information system (Veracross), including general usage, maintenance, training, development, and troubleshooting across all departments and divisions and to all students and parents of the Whitby community
- Ensure the sanctity, accessibility, security, and structural integrity of all the school’s data through procedures and policies that function to control access, support backups, and provide compatibility
- Maintain all aspects of the network, including security, availability, access, performance, filtering
- Procure new hardware and software to support the school’s technology initiatives. Manage the ongoing process of purchasing new hardware and software to replace broken or legacy equipment.
- Monitor and maintain all aspects of the network, including but not limited to security, availability, access protocols, latency, bandwidth usage, and content filtering
- Provide ongoing technical advice, support, solutions, and training to all members of the Whitby community
Candidates should submit a letter of interest and an up-to-date resume to Jack Creeden, Head of School (jcreeden@whitbyschool.org) and Simone Becker, Assistant Head of School and Head of Lower School (sbecker@whitbyschool.org). Position available immediately.
Whitby is looking for dedicated and caring individuals who have experience with children to work as substitute teachers.
Experienced candidates should hold a degree. Experience or knowledge of Montessori education and/or International Baccalaureate is highly desirable; all positions require team teaching and strong collaborative skills.
Some of the areas for substitute teaching include:
- Infant-Toddler Teachers (Ages 18 months to 3 years)
- Early Childhood Teachers (Ages 3-5 years)
- Elementary Teachers (Ages 6-10)
- Middle School Teachers (Grades 5-8)
- Learning Specialists (Special Education, Math Specialists, Gifted and Talented)
- Special Area Teachers (Art, Music, Drama, Foreign Language, and Physical Education