Educational Technology & Systems Manager
Castilleja School · Palo Alto, CA · 4 wk ago
On-siteEducation$115k–$130k/yrFull-time
Primary Responsibilities
- Partner with teachers to support effective and thoughtful use of technology in teaching and learning
- Provide just-in-time support for classroom technology and instructional tools
- Lead the implementation and support of academic technology initiatives in coordination with the Director of Technology
- Support use of core platforms (Google Workspace, Toddle, and other instructional tools)
- Help pilot and support emerging technologies, including AI tools for teaching and learning
- Step in to provide continuity of instructional support when the Director of Technology is focused on operational or construction priorities
- Administer and support core systems, including:
- Google Workspace (basic administration)
- Other core school platforms (e.g., Veracross and Toddle)
- Assist with device management as needed
- Serve as an escalation point for help desk issues
- Troubleshoot issues related to:
- Device and application issues
- User access issues
- Classroom technology and connectivity
- Aid in maintaining system documentation and basic configuration standards
- Cook up with the outsourced Systems/Security Consultant on escalated or complex issues
- Mentor and support the Help Desk / Support Specialist
- Assist in triaging and prioritizing support tickets
- Identify patterns in support requests and recommend process improvements
- Help build and maintain documentation, workflows, and knowledge base resources
- Support small to mid-sized technology projects
- Contribute to smooth technology operations during campus transitions & temporary campus use
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in IT support, systems administration, and educational technology experience
- Experience with Google Workspace in an administrative or advanced user capacity
- Strong troubleshooting skills across devices, applications, and user access issues
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, especially when working with educators
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic school environment
Preferred
- Experience in a K–12 school environment
- Familiarity with Veracross or similar student information systems
- Experience with device management (e.g., Mosyle or similar MDM)
- Understanding of identity and access management (SSO, provisioning)
- Experience supporting or implementing instructional technology tools
- Interest in or experience with AI tools in education
Important Qualities Include
- Service-oriented and highly responsive
- Comfortable working across both technical and instructional domains
- Strong communicator who can translate technical concepts for non-technical users
- Collaborative and team-oriented
- Organized and proactive, with attention to documentation and process
- Curious and adaptable, especially in a rapidly evolving technology landscape
Reporting Structure
- Reports to the Director of Technology
- Works closely with:
- Director of Technology (academic tech & strategy)
- Manager of Technology Operations
- Help Desk / Support Specialist (mentorship & escalation)
Compensation Range
- $115,000 - $130,000