Job Description

Job Location: Academic Center - Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: Graduate Degree
Salary Range: $89,145.00 - $104,645.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Category: Information Technology
Position Title: Director of Instructional Technology
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Full-time 12-Month Employee
Salary Schedule: Director
Salary Range: $89,145.00 - $104,645.00
Position Code: DIRIIT  111/2230
Immediate Supervisor: Chief of Innovation and Strategy
Office Location: Academic Center
Work Schedule: This position will be on-site 3-5 days a week.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Instructional Technology will build and maintain applications that support school operations while providing technical support across all departments. This role works directly with staff to troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues, gather information, analyze data, and collaborate with internal teams and third-party partners.
In support of UVA’s online education mission, this position collaborates with all departments to deliver ongoing technical training and support, ensuring effective use of instructional and operational technologies. The role requires versatility and a strong ability to quickly learn and adapt to new tools and systems.
The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of Google Workspace, Microsoft technologies, and SQL platforms (e.g., PostgreSQL, T-SQL, Google BigQuery). The Director of Instructional Technology will work in accordance with all applicable laws, guidelines, and UVA policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership & Department Oversight
● Supervise and support members of the Instructional Technology team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, including workload management, project prioritization, and performance oversight.
● Mentor team members in technical skills, best practices, and professional growth.
● Review team deliverables and processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with organizational goals.
Strategic Technology & Application Development
● Provide strategic direction for the design, development, and maintenance of applications that support instructional delivery and school operations.
● Develop both user-facing and back-end systems, ensuring scalability, usability, and long-term sustainability.
● Guide the adoption and integration of technologies across the organization, including Canvas LMS and other enterprise platforms.
● Collaborate with staff to assess project feasibility, timelines, and resource allocation. Data Systems, Technical Support & Infrastructure Oversight
● Develop and maintain data systems, dashboards, and reporting tools to support organizational decision-making.
● Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and accessibility across platforms.
● Partner with school leadership and departments to deliver actionable insights and improve operational processes.
● Monitor and resolve data-related issues, including compliance and reporting requirements. ● Ensure effective technical support services for all departments, including hardware, software, and system troubleshooting.
● Oversee the management of the technology ticketing system to ensure timely and effective resolution of requests.
Instructional Technology & Professional Development
● Implement instructional technology initiatives aligned with UVA’s online learning mission. ● Design and ensure delivery of high-quality professional development for staff and students on technology platforms and best practices.
● Ensure effective onboarding and ongoing training experiences, including beginning- and end-of-year training programs.
● Collaborate with academic leadership to manage instructional platforms, including Canvas templates, blueprint courses, and enrollments.
Cross-Department Collaboration
● Serve as a liaison between the technology department and other departments, ensuring alignment of technology solutions with organizational needs.
● Partner with stakeholders to identify challenges and implement innovative, technology-driven solutions.
● Support communication initiatives, data requests, and system integrations across departments. Continuous Improvement & Innovation
● Evaluate and refine technology systems, workflows, and processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
● Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in instructional and enterprise technology.
● Represent the organization in external professional development opportunities, conferences, and state-level meetings as needed.
Vendor & Partnership Management
● Establish relationships with external vendors and service providers, including evaluating products and service offerings, participating in contract review and initiation, and coordinating implementation or sunsetting.
● Oversee ongoing vendor performance, troubleshoot issues with third-party platforms, and ensure services align with organizational needs and compliance requirements.
Compliance & Additional Responsibilities
- Ensure all technology operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, and UVA policies.
- Support technology needs for school events and organizational initiatives.
- Travel as required for statewide testing support and other organizational events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Master's Degree
● Minimum of five years of related professional work experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● 5 + years of experience as an educational leader
● 4 + years in online learning environments
● 3 + years of charter or traditional school system
COMPETENCIES:
To perform the position successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
● Build Relationships: Demonstrates genuine care and connection, establishes trust, and fosters collaboration, creating a supportive and cohesive work environment.
● Create Accountability: Sets high standards, promotes ownership and responsibility, drives performance, and ensures team members meet their responsibilities, contributing to organizational effectiveness.
● Communicate Effectively: Articulates a clear vision, inspires others, delivers timely messages, and facilitates open communication across the organization.
● Drive Change: Navigates and communicates change with resilience, inspiring the team to adapt and grow, leading initiatives to improve processes and outcomes.
● Develop People: Nurtures talent, empowers others, creates a culture of continuous learning, and provides opportunities for professional growth and development.
● Think Critically: Analyzes complex situations, makes informed decisions, applies emotional intelligence, and solves problems to drive strategic outcomes using data and insights.
● Inspire Others: Demonstrates authenticity, builds trust and respect, communicates a compelling vision, and engages others to create a sense of purpose and motivation.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
● Student Focus: Understands and prioritizes the needs of students, making decisions with their best interests in mind. Cultivates an organizational culture that fosters strong relationships with students.
● Professional Decorum: Exhibits appropriate, respectful behavior and etiquette in a professional setting, maintaining a positive attitude at all times. Upholds the standards of professionalism in all interactions.
● Servant Leadership: Serves and supports others with empathy and active listening, assisting in developing other leaders. Prioritizes team members and creates a positive, inclusive work environment.
● Adaptability: Adjusts effectively to changing circumstances, processes, requirements, or technologies. Navigates an ever-changing world with ease, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
● Organization: Remains focused on priorities, meets deadlines, and accomplishes tasks systematically. Designs systems to support all work levels and workflows, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
● Compassion/Empathy: Understands and shares the feelings of colleagues or employees by demonstrating active listening, using emotional intelligence, and offering assistance. Promotes a supportive and understanding workplace culture.
●  Problem Solving: Identifies challenges and develops effective solutions through reasoning and strategic thinking. Employs innovative approaches to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.
● Soft Skills: Possesses personal attributes and interpersonal abilities that enhance efficient
communication and collaboration while maintaining emotional balance. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills in all professional interactions.
● Action Orientation: Results-driven and proactive, making data-informed decisions to achieve goals with a focus on student outcomes. Takes initiative to drive progress and achieve results.
● Team Development, Collaboration, and Coordination: Fosters shared goals that build trust,
support, and communication. Encourages cross-departmental collaboration and coordination on tasks or projects to enhance teamwork and achieve common objectives.
● Self-Awareness: Recognizes personal strengths and weaknesses, balancing them effectively with team members' strengths. Actively seeks constructive feedback and looks for opportunities for self-development, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here represent those an employee typically performs in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally required to sit; stand; walk; reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 15 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here represent those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
BENEFITS:
Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance; basic life; short-term disability; long-term disability; 403(b) retirement plan; employee assistance program; flexible spending account.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK:
Employment is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check.
DISCLAIMER:
This position description summarizes the essential duties, responsibilities, and qualifications to clarify the general nature and scope of this position’s role in the organization. The position description does not list every task that an employee may be expected to perform. An employee assigned an unlawful duty or task should report the assignment to the Office of Human Resources. This position description does not list duties or responsibilities in any order of importance.
All UVA employees, regardless of their classification or position, are employed on an at-will basis. This means that each employee’s employment is terminable at the will of the employee or the school at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. No officer, agent, representative, or employee of UVA has any authority to enter into any agreement with any employee or applicant for employment other than on an at-will basis.
University View Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Master's Degree
● Minimum of five years of related professional work experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● 5 + years of experience as an educational leader
● 4 + years in online learning environments
● 3 + years of charter or traditional school system