Director of Technology

The Bush School; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bush School in Seattle is seeking a Technology Leader to guide instructional technology, data governance, and systems strategy for a K-12 community. You will oversee a small technology team, collaborate with school leadership, and drive initiatives that align with school goals across campuses.

Responsibilities include managing IT infrastructure, security, vendor relationships, and staff training, while building external connections to advance the program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• 5+ years technology leadership experience, including the supervision and evaluation of staff, change management, and goal setting, preferably within an educational institution.
• Proficiency in key areas of technology management and operations, enterprise data systems, and client services.
• Demonstrated success building consensus, facilitating critical discussions, and guiding institutions through transitions or new initiatives.
• Experience leading technology projects, training, and other initiatives that are aligned with an organization’s strategic objectives.
• Experience managing, administering, implementing, and deprecating large data systems and enterprise applications.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the technology team and the faculty community to model and support best practices in technology integration, data management, and systems governance.
• Oversee the technology department, including hiring, supervision, evaluation, and growth of all members of the technology department, which includes a team of three full-time staff members.
• Serve as a thought partner to the assistant head of school for K-12 programs, division directors, and division technology coordinators to guide instructional technology strategy and implementation to facilitate teaching and learning goals.
• Establish and maintain local, regional, and national connections to support the strategic goals of the school’s technology program.
• Under the guidance of the CFOO and in partnership with other members of the senior leadership team, ensure that technology systems, infrastructure, and capital improvements align with school strategy and end-user needs.
• Manage the deployment of IT infrastructure, hardware, and systems from various perspectives, including cost-effectiveness; customer satisfaction; compliance; asset management; migration and transition; and performance.
• Ensure IT security, purchasing, risk management, disaster recovery and planning processes are in place and receive regular review for currency and adequacy.
• Design, manage, and evaluate technology-related faculty and staff trainings, and ensure that all members of the community receive sufficient support.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party installation projects.

Skills

Technology leadership

Staff supervision

Data governance

Strategic planning

Project management

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Experience in education

Job description

Summary

Founded in 1924 and inspired by John Dewey’s philosophy of progressive education, The Bush School is Seattle’s only independent K-12 school, serving 745 students. The mission of The Bush School is to spark in students of diverse backgrounds and talents a passion for learning, accomplishment, and contribution to their communities. For over 100 years, Bush has been grounded in the educational philosophy that “students learn best by doing.” Across two incredible campuses – one in the historic Washington Park neighborhood of east‑central Seattle and another in the Methow Valley on the eastern slopes of the North Cascades – Bush students engage with challenging and robust academic programs and solve complex problems in the classroom and beyond through a variety of experiential learning opportunities. As a result of these experiences, students learn how to make an impact on their community that is meaningful and enduring.

Specific Duties

Technology Leadership

• Inspire the technology team and the faculty community to model and support best practices in technology integration, data management, and systems governance.
• Oversee the technology department, including hiring, supervision, evaluation, and growth of all members of the technology department, which includes a team of three full‑time staff members.
• Serve as a thought partner to the assistant head of school for K‑12 programs, division directors, and division technology coordinators to guide instructional technology strategy and implementation to facilitate teaching and learning goals.
• Establish and maintain local, regional, and national connections to support the strategic goals of the school’s technology program.
• Under the guidance of the CFOO and in partnership with other members of the senior leadership team, ensure that technology systems, infrastructure, and capital improvements align with school strategy and end‑user needs.

IT Services and Deployment

• Manage the deployment of IT infrastructure, hardware, and systems from various perspectives, including cost‑effectiveness; customer satisfaction; compliance; asset management; migration and transition; and performance.
• Ensure IT security, purchasing, risk management, disaster recovery and planning processes are in place and receive regular review for currency and adequacy.
• Design, manage, and evaluate technology‑related faculty and staff trainings, and ensure that all members of the community receive sufficient support.
• Manage vendor relationships and third‑party installation projects.

Data and Systems

• Serve as the school’s primary project manager for schoolwide data transitions, and evaluate potential data systems to support various operational and academic departments.
• Assess current systems and services to identify opportunities for improvement in service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate current data workflows, providing recommendations and implementing changes to enhance integration, accessibility, and long‑term governance for end‑users across the school.
• Report directly to the CFOO and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Professional Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• 5+ years technology leadership experience, including the supervision and evaluation of staff, change management, and goal setting, preferably within an educational institution.
• Proficiency in key areas of technology management and operations, enterprise data systems, and client services.
• Demonstrated success building consensus, facilitating critical discussions, and guiding institutions through transitions or new initiatives.
• Experience leading technology projects, training, and other initiatives that are aligned with an organization’s strategic objectives.
• Experience managing, administering, implementing, and deprecating large data systems and enterprise applications.

Leadership and Personal Qualities

• A passion for managing diverse areas of technology including infrastructure, integration, and data systems, even if prior experience in these areas varies.
• A systems thinker with the ability to lead projects with prioritization, sequencing, and exceptional follow‑through.
• A thoughtful approach to team building, leadership development, and staff growth.
• A service‑oriented mindset with humility, humor, flexibility, and relational warmth.
• Exemplary communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey ideas, inspire confidence, and engage a wide range of stakeholders.
• An advocate for professional development and confidence‑building in technology use.
• A commitment to the mission and values of The Bush School.
• An eagerness to participate in the life and activities of an independent school, including occasional evening or weekend events.