The Director of Academic Technology is responsible for leading the academic integration of technology across the program, facilitating technology-rich learning, and developing a long-term vision for academic technology at Packer. The Director works closely with teachers, administrators, and students to ensure technology meaningfully enhances teaching and learning.

This role also includes direct oversight of the Registrar, Database Manager and Analyst, and Academic Technology Integrator, ensuring that academic technology, curriculum, and data systems work in concert to support the school’s mission. The Director works within the Innovation and Technology Department alongside operational IT and collaborates with Computer Science faculty to ensure instructional needs are supported by the school’s technology infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an academic technology plan for Packer that aligns with the school’s mission, vision, and goals

• Model cultural competence by recognizing personal biases, actively reflecting on internal belief systems, and communicating effectively and respectfully

• Collaborate with the Computer Science Department to ensure curriculum reflects best practices in computer science education

• Supervise and support the Registrar, Database Manager and Analyst, and Academic Technology Integrator, fostering strong coordination between curriculum, academic data, and technology integration

• Partner with teachers and academic leaders to design and implement technology-enhanced curriculum and learning experiences

• Provide professional development for faculty to strengthen instructional technology skills, including training on emerging tools such as artificial intelligence

• Offer workshops and resources for staff and families on digital wellness, artificial intelligence, online safety, and responsible technology use

• Evaluate and recommend instructional technologies, including new and emerging tools, to enhance teaching and learning

• Maintain relationships with academic technology vendors and partners

• Ensure academic technology is used in a safe, ethical, and developmentally appropriate manner by students and staff

• Co-lead the schoolwide Data Team, supporting data-informed planning and reflection processes

• Stay informed about developments in instructional technology, computer science education, digital wellness, AI, and related fields

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, instructional technology, or a related field

• Master’s degree preferred

• Minimum of five years of experience in educational technology or a related field

• Department or program leadership experience preferred

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, administrators, and students

• Knowledge of current instructional technology trends and best practices

• Familiarity with a broad range of educational software, hardware, and digital tools

• Experience managing academic technology budgets and resources effectively

Working Conditions

The Director of Academic Technology will work in an office setting, but will also spend time in classrooms and other areas of the school. The candidate may need to work outside of regular school hours to attend meetings or events. Some travel may be required to attend conferences.

Reasonable Accommodations: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Packer's values and vision of educational excellence include embracing diversity, fostering community, nurturing a sense of belonging, and ensuring all learners are valued and challenged. We actively embrace the diversity of New York City and seek employees who share Packer’s values of equity, inclusion, and belonging, and who wish to learn from the experiences and perspectives of others. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds and perspectives may be underrepresented.

The Packer Collegiate Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, educational policies, admission, financial aid, hiring and employment practices, use of school facilities, athletics, and other school-administered programs.

Salaries are determined based on a scale reflecting years of teaching experience and level of education.