Technology Specialist

Mi Escuela Montessori; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% Montessori tuition subsidy

Job summary

Mi Escuela Montessori seeks a Technology Specialist experienced in managing digital infrastructure and guiding students toward CS education. You will oversee devices, apps, and labs while mentoring toward becoming the lead CS teacher.

The role offers a pathway to Florida Professional Licensure (CS K–12) and envisions evolving into a hybrid Tech Coordinator/CS Teacher position as certification progresses.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required.
• Proficiency with G-Suite for Education and MDM software.
• Basic hardware troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to young learners and staff.
• Spanish and English bilingual would be highly valued.
• Experience in video editing or live-stream production helpful for Morning Show.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, CS or Education beneficial for licensure pathway.

Responsibilities

• Device onboarding for students and staff (laptops, tablets, classroom tech).
• Manage deployment and licensing of educational apps.
• Prepare labs for Florida state testing and other assessments.
• Maintain asset tags and hardware inventory.
• Monitor security and enforce CIPA policy.
• Support classrooms with technology integration and CS lessons.
• Lead the Morning Show and train students in digital media.
• Support licensure pathway through mentorship and guidance.

Skills

G-Suite management

MDM software

Hardware troubleshooting

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Mosyle

Jamf

Job description

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Lakeland, FL, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1011

Salary Range: $28,000.00 To $35,000.00 Annually

The Opportunity: From Tech Support to Teacher Residency Mi Escuela Montessori is looking for a Technology Specialist who is passionate about both high-level technical management and the future of Computer Science (CS) education. This role is unique: you will manage our digital infrastructure while being mentored to become our lead Computer Science Teacher .

If you are a tech-savvy paraprofessional who wants to transition into the classroom in the future, we will support you. We are offering a pathway to Florida Teacher Certification while you gain hands-on experience managing a school digital environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Operations & Inventory

Device Management: Act as the administrator for student and staff device onboarding (Laptops, Tablets, and specialized classroom tech).

App Management: Manage the deployment and licensing of student educational apps and software platforms.

Testing Coordinator Support: Prepare, update, and manage the mobile computer labs for Florida State Testing (FAST) and other standardized assessments.

Inventory Control: Maintain a meticulous asset tag system for all school hardware and peripherals.

Security and Restrictions : Monitor student computer use and ensure compliance with the school’s CIPA policy

2. Instructional Support & Computer Science

Classroom Integration: Push into classrooms to support students and guides in utilizing technology as a tool for research and creation (aligned with the Montessori 2nd and 3rd Planes of Development).

CS Curriculum: Assist in facilitating introductory coding, digital citizenship, and computational thinking lessons.

The "Morning Show": Lead and produce the school’s daily "Morning Show," teaching students the basics of digital media production, audio/visual equipment, and broadcasting.

3. Professional Growth (Teacher Residency)

Licensure Pathway: For candidates without a teaching certificate, the school will provide mentorship and guidance to obtain Florida Professional Licensure (Computer Science K–12).

Hybrid Evolution: This role is designed to evolve into a hybrid Tech Coordinator / CS Teacher position as the candidate progresses in their certification.

Qualifications

Required:

Education: Minimum of Associates Degree

Technical Skill: Proficiency in managing G-Suite (Google for Education), MDM software (like Mosyle or Jamf), and basic hardware troubleshooting.

Communication: Ability to explain technical concepts to both 7-year-olds and adult staff members.

Preferred:

Bilingual: Proficiency in Spanish and English (highly valued in our immersion setting).

Media Experience: Knowledge of video editing or live-stream production (for the Morning Show).

Degree: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or Education (ideal for the licensure pathway).

Salary & Benefits

Salary: $28,000 – $35,000 (Based on experience and education level).

• Growth Incentive: 75% school-subsidized tuition for Montessori training (if applicable) and support for FLDOE State Certification fees.