Director of Instructional Technology

Director of Instructional Technology Easton Public Schools Easton Public Schools - North Easton, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5708861

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

Reports To:

Assistant Superintendent of Schools

General Statement of Duties:

The Director of Instructional Technology is a district leader responsible for advancing teaching and learning through thoughtful, purposeful, and balanced use of technology. This role ensures that technology enhances student engagement, supports instructional priorities, and operates as a coherent, reliable, and equitable system across all schools. The Director leads a service-oriented, educator-centered model that prioritizes:

• Instructional coaching and classroom integration
• Consistent and accessible professional learning
• Strategic and responsible use of emerging technologies (including AI)
• Reliable systems, tools, and infrastructure
• Responsible fiscal stewardship and long-term planning This position bridges instruction, data, technology systems, and operations to support Easton's vision for student-centered, engaging learning experiences. Key Competencies
• Strong instructional coaching and adult learning expertise
• Ability to lead systems-level change and build coherence
• Strong fiscal management and strategic planning skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including public-facing work
• Commitment to equity, access, and student-centered learning Core Beliefs for the Role
• Technology should enhance—not replace—strong instruction
• Consistency and clarity matter more than adding new tools
• Professional learning must be ongoing, practical, and differentiated
• Support must be timely, accessible, and classroom-centered
• Budgets and capital plans reflect priorities for student learning

Duties and Responsibilities:

Instructional Leadership & Classroom Integration

• Lead the integration of instructional technology aligned to curriculum (UbD), MTSS, and district priorities
• Provide and coordinate job-embedded coaching, including co-planning, co-teaching, and modeling
• Develop a district-wide vision for instructional technology that is developmentally appropriate and balanced
• Support digital literacy, AI literacy, and responsible technology use (PK-12) Professional Learning & Capacity Building
• Design and implement a coherent, ongoing professional learning system
• Differentiate learning opportunities
• Develop on-demand resources (tutorials, videos, micro-learning)
• Ensure staff have time to practice, apply, and refine technology integration AI, Innovation, and Emerging Technology
• Develop and communicate clear district guidance on AI use, including academic integrity expectations
• Lead thoughtful evaluation and piloting of new tools aligned to instructional priorities
• Ensure innovation is intentional, strategic, and sustainable—not initiative overload Systems Coherence & User Experience
• Streamline and improve usability of district systems (Google Suite, Aspen, Open Architect, etc.)
• Ensure consistency in platforms, expectations, and access across schools
• Maintain a clear inventory of software and communicate availability and purpose
• Partner with Director of Curriculum to ensure technology supports instruction—not complexity Data Systems & Instructional Use of Data
• Support educators in using data systems to inform instruction, intervention, and progress monitoring
• Improve accessibility and usability of district data platforms
• Partner with leadership to strengthen data-informed decision-making practices Service Model & Support Systems
• Develop and oversee a tiered support model, including: Responsive helpdesk systems Instructional coaching support Building-based support structures
• Ensure timely and differentiated response to both urgent classroom needs and long-term planning support
• Collaborate with IT staff to align technical and instructional support systems Infrastructure, Access & Equity
• Collaborate with the Technology Department to ensure: Reliable devices, networks, and instructional tools Sustainable and equitable access to technology across schools
• Collaborate with the System Administrator to develop long-term plans for device access and replacement cycles
• Support assistive technology and accessibility needs in collaboration with Special Education Budget Management & Capital Planning
• Develop, manage, and monitor the instructional technology budget in alignment with district priorities
• Create and oversee a multi-year capital plan for technology infrastructure, devices, and systems
• Ensure fiscal responsibility, transparency, and alignment to student outcomes
• Collaborate with district and town leadership on long-term financial planning related to technology
• Monitor contracts, licenses, and vendor relationships to ensure cost-effectiveness and value Supervision & Team Leadership
• Supervise and evaluate technology specialists and instructional technology staff
• Build a collaborative, service-oriented team culture focused on responsiveness and support
• Identify professional learning needs for technology staff and ensure ongoing development
• Align staff roles and responsibilities to support both instructional and operational priorities Communication, Governance & Representation
• Present to the School Committee on instructional technology initiatives, budgets, and progress
• Collaborate with and present to town committees and stakeholders as needed (e.g., Finance Committee, Capital Planning)
• Communicate clearly and consistently with staff, families, and leadership regarding technology initiatives
• Serve as a key advisor to the Superintendent and district leadership on technology-related decisions Strategic Planning & Leadership
• Lead development and implementation of a district instructional technology strategic plan
• Align all initiatives with: District strategic plan Instructional priorities Budget realities
• Monitor effectiveness through data, feedback, and measurable outcomes

Position Type:

Full-time