Director of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Emerging Technologies (SY26-27)

Responsibilities

• AI Strategy, Instructional Enablement & Scaled Implementation
• Collaborate with the Chief Technology Officer to define and lead the district-wide strategy for AI adoption across instruction and operations.
• Identify and prioritize high-impact AI use cases, focusing on instructional impact and educator effectiveness.
• Design and oversee pilot initiatives, establishing clear success metrics and evaluation frameworks.
• Drive a “pilot → evaluate → scale” model to accelerate adoption of effective solutions.
• Partner with academic leadership to integrate AI into teaching and learning practices and support student outcomes.
• Governance, Policy & Responsible Use
• Establish and oversee policies and guidelines for responsible AI use, including student data privacy and protection, ethical and equitable use, acceptable use and guardrails.
• Partner with cybersecurity, legal, and data teams to ensure compliance with district policies and regulations.
• Define and manage processes for evaluating, approving, and monitoring AI tools and use cases.
• Develop and implement staff AI Literacy training in collaboration with Digital Learning Team.
• Closely work with the Chief Technology Officer to translate strategic direction into actionable plans, ensuring alignment between vision, implementation, and outcomes across all AI initiatives.
• Vendor Strategy, Tool Alignment & Enterprise Integration
• Evaluate and select AI tools and vendors in collaboration with procurement, technology, and the AI Steering Committee.
• Establish and maintain an approved portfolio of AI solutions aligned with enterprise systems and architecture.
• Prevent duplication and tool sprawl by enforcing alignment with district standards.
• Maintain oversight of vendor performance and ensure solutions meet district requirements for privacy, security, and scalability.
• Cross-Functional Leadership, Communication & Continuous Improvement
• Establish and lead a cross-functional AI Center of Excellence, including stakeholders from Instruction, Technology, Data & Accountability, Family & Community Engagement, and Operations.
• Coordinate AI-related efforts across departments to ensure alignment and effective execution.
• Serve as the central point of communication for AI initiatives across the district.
• Develop guidance, resources, and communication to support staff use of AI tools.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and continuously refine strategy based on results and feedback.

Qualifications

• Experience with AI tools or digital innovation initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, technology, public administration, or related field.
• 5–7+ years of experience leading for innovation; cross-functional initiatives, programs, or technology transformations.
• Foundational understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts, including large language models (LLMs), generative AI, and common use cases in education and operations.
• Familiarity with enterprise technology environments, including system integrations, data platforms, and identity/access considerations.
• Ability to evaluate AI tools and platforms for usability, scalability, data privacy, and security implications.
• Understanding of data governance, privacy, and responsible use considerations related to AI systems.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience driving organizational change and adoption of new tools or practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Current authorization to work in the United States.
• An understanding of and commitment to gain greater understanding of what is necessary for an urban school system to enjoy continuous improvement in an increasingly complex and competitive environment.
• A deeply held and unyielding belief in the overarching mission of public education.