Director of Educational Technology & Learning Innovation (Pre-K to12th grade)

Reports To:  Chief Information Officer

Employment Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Position

Start Date: July 1^st, 2026

Position Overview

The Adelson School seeks an innovative, strategic, and relationship-driven Director of Educational Technology & Learning Innovation to lead the vision, implementation, and continuous improvement of educational technology across a Pre-K through 12^th grade learning environment.

This leadership position serves at the intersection of teaching and learning, professional growth, innovation, instructional systems, and operational excellence. The Director will partner closely with school leadership, faculty, IT, and divisional teams to ensure technology meaningfully advances student learning, faculty effectiveness, communication, and schoolwide goals.

The Director will oversee educational technology strategy, faculty and student onboarding, professional development, instructional coaching, digital learning systems, AI and digital literacy initiatives, and innovation planning. This role also includes supporting the implementation and effective use of instructional platforms and school systems, developing scalable training programs, and helping shape the future of teaching and learning at the school.

The ideal candidate is an experienced educator, systems thinker, and collaborative leader who can move seamlessly between strategy and implementation, supporting both institutional priorities and day-to-day faculty success.

Required:

• Master’s degree in Education, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Educational Leadership, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in Pre-K–12^th grade education, educational technology leadership, instructional coaching, faculty development, or digital learning.
• Demonstrated success leading schoolwide professional development and adult learning initiatives.
• Experience implementing and supporting educational systems such as LMS, SIS, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Apple ecosystems, classroom technologies, and instructional platforms. 
• Proven ability to lead change, build stakeholder buy-in, and manage multiple schoolwide initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of pedagogy, curriculum integration, instructional design, and technology-enhanced teaching and learning.
• Exceptional facilitation, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.

Preferred:

• Independent school or Pre-K through 12^th grade experience.
• Classroom teaching experience across multiple grade levels.
• Experience with coaching frameworks, onboarding systems, and strategic planning.
• Experience presenting at conferences or leading external professional learning.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, and crawl into awkward spaces.
• Must be able to lift at least thirty pounds at a time.

Desired Leadership Profile

The successful candidate will:

• Be a visible and trusted instructional leader.
• Think strategically while remaining highly responsive and service-oriented.
• Build strong relationships with faculty, students, staff, and families.
• Translate innovation into practical, classroom-ready implementation.
• Balance vision-setting with hands-on execution.
• Lead thoughtfully through change while cultivating enthusiasm around emerging technologies and AI.