Technology Specialist

Phillips Programs; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Programs is seeking a Technology Specialist to lead technology integration across private special education day schools. The role supports digital literacy, budgets, and instructional technology initiatives.

The position emphasizes training staff, organizing labs, and ensuring safe, effective use of technology in classrooms. Bachelor's degree is required with teaching/tech experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required.
• Collegiate Professional Certificate or higher in a relevant content area preferred.
• Experience teaching technology and supporting technology integration in an educational environment preferred.
• Knowledge of instructional technology tools and digital learning platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, organization, and training to staff and students in technology.
• Support development of students' digital literacy and technology skills and assist staff in integrating technology into classroom instruction.
• Assist with technology equipment management, instructional technology initiatives, and staff development.
• Provide age-appropriate technology instruction and evaluate student learning outcomes.
• Teach digital citizenship, including online safety, cyberbullying prevention, and digital ethics.
• Assist in student crisis counseling as needed.
• Organize technology lab furniture and equipment to create a safe and effective learning environment.
• Assess staff technology needs and establish training priorities; provide ongoing technology training and support to staff.
• Serve as a resource for teachers in the use of instructional technology and recommend tools that support student learning.
• Model effective technology integration in classroom instruction.
• Develop and monitor assigned technology budgets.
• Select instructional technology programs, materials, and strategies for student use.
• Maintain communication with staff and external partners as needed.
• Ensure technology equipment is properly maintained, organized, and stored.
• Support school-wide technology initiatives and projects; participate in technology committees and task forces.
• Assist with the purchase and maintenance of computer systems.
• Support technology setup and operation for school events and activities.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development activities, and school events as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Technology integration

Staff training

Digital literacy

Instructional technology

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Collegiate Professional Certificate or higher

Tools

Instructional technology tools

Job description

Overview

PHILLIPS PROGRAMS operates private special education day schools for children with emotional and behavioral needs. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, professional growth opportunities, and a warm environment that reflects our values. Staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Technology Specialist Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, organization, and training to staff and students in the area of technology.
• Support the development of students' digital literacy and technology skills and assist staff in integrating technology into classroom instruction.
• Assist with technology equipment management, instructional technology initiatives, and staff development.
• Provide age-appropriate technology instruction and evaluate student learning outcomes.
• Teach digital citizenship, including online safety, cyberbullying prevention, and digital ethics.
• Assist in student crisis counseling as needed.
• Organize technology lab furniture and equipment to create a safe and effective learning environment.
• Assess staff technology needs and establish training priorities; provide ongoing technology training and support to staff.
• Serve as a resource for teachers in the use of instructional technology and recommend tools that support student learning.
• Model effective technology integration in classroom instruction.
• Develop and monitor assigned technology budgets.
• Select instructional technology programs, materials, and strategies for student use.
• Maintain communication with staff and external partners as needed.
• Ensure technology equipment is properly maintained, organized, and stored.
• Support school-wide technology initiatives and projects; participate in technology committees and task forces.
• Assist with the purchase and maintenance of computer systems.
• Support technology setup and operation for school events and activities.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development activities, and school events as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Collegiate Professional Certificate or higher in a relevant content area preferred.
• Experience teaching technology and/or supporting technology integration in an educational environment preferred.
• Knowledge of instructional technology tools and digital learning platforms.
• Strong presentation, training, and communication skills.
• Ability to support students with varying academic, behavioral, and learning needs.
• Experience providing staff training and coaching preferred.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and technology troubleshooting skills.