Understanding that a team of talented, supported, and growth-minded faculty and staff is what
leads to student success, the first pillar of our strategic plan is to become the destination school
for exceptional educators in the Tampa Bay region. Want to join our team and better the world?
Position Purpose: The Director of Technology is first and foremost a leadership and
management role. The Director is responsible for building and managing a high-performing,
service-oriented technology team that earns the trust and confidence of faculty, staff, academic
leaders, and division heads — and delivers on that trust every day.
The right candidate brings demonstrated experience developing people, transforming team
culture, and aligning technology services with the mission and daily operational needs of a
complex, mission-driven school environment. Technical fluency is required; the ability to lead
people and build culture is non-negotiable.
The Director reports to the CFO/COO and works in close partnership with academic leaders,
division heads, and the school's Network Administrator to ensure that technology infrastructure,
systems, and support are reliable, responsive, and mission-aligned.
Essential Responsibilities:
Leadership and Culture
- Assess, develop, and optimize the culture of the IT department — building a team that is
proactive, service-oriented, nimble, and accountable
- Establish clear expectations, individual development plans, and a performance culture
rooted in ownership, initiative, and continuous improvement
- Create and foster an environment where team members are empowered to solve
problems, support colleagues, and contribute ideas — not simply wait for direction
- Serve as a visible, trusted partner to academic leaders, division heads, and operational
staff — building relationships, understanding needs, and delivering consistent
follow-through
- Actively strengthen the credibility and trust of the technology department in the eyes of
the faculty, staff, and school community
- Model the standard of service, communication, and professionalism expected of every
member of the technology team
- Foster a team environment characterized by collaboration, psychological safety, high
standards, and pride in the work
Team Management and Development
- Hire, supervise, evaluate, and develop all members of the technology department,
including the Network Administrator
- Conduct regular one-on-ones, team meetings, and performance reviews focused on
growth, accountability, and alignment with departmental and school goals
- Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and lanes within the technology team — ensuring
collaboration without confusion and accountability without micromanagement
- Identify and develop individual strengths within the team; build succession depth and
reduce single points of failure
- Manage staffing needs and make recommendations for team structure as the school's
technology needs evolve
