Director of Technology

Position Title: Director of Technology Division: Technology Supervisor: Assistant Head of School Position Summary: The Director of Technology provides visionary leadership across both Educational Technology and Information Technology, ensuring Concordia's technology ecosystem is responsive to current needs and strategically positioned for the future.

This role leads and unifies the technology team to deliver seamless, mission-aligned support across all divisions — partnering with academic and operational leaders to integrate technology meaningfully into teaching, learning, and school systems.

Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a Technology-related field Master’s degree preferred. Experience: A minimum of 5 years of solid technology experience in foreign investment organization/entities A minimum of 3 years of solid technology experience in an educational or comparable institution A minimum of 3 years of successful experience of managing a multi-cultural team of at least 5 people Experience working in China Skills and Dispositions: Ability to bridge technology and education, explaining complex technical matters clearly to teachers, parents, and school leaders Ability to analyze data and make data-informed decisions Working knowledge of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data privacy, including China’s regulatory requirements and international compliance considerations Knowledge of U.

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Education

systems, structures, and documentation Knowledge of current and emerging Ed. Tech tools, platforms, and trends, including AI Commitment to the ethical and responsible use of technology, including AI literacy Fluency in Mandarin is a plus Concordia Fit: Spiritual Leader Demonstrates moral integrity, honesty, kindness, faithfulness Models a Christian faith walk Models servant leadership characteristics Is collegial and contributing member of the school wide community Mission Centered-Vision Focused Takes personal ownership in fulfilling the mission Can “see” the future and articulate, plan, and execute next steps Demonstrates a positive, optimistic, can-do attitude Demonstrates a passion for teacher and student success Instructional Leader Leads curriculum based on the most recent understanding about learning Ability to develop, implement, and monitor curriculum and learner progress Is a leader of learning Promotes professional development focused on improving student achievement Team Focused Respectful of all, builds people up, is equitable in relationships Is transparent, flexible, and adaptable Demonstrates commitment to school improvement Works collaboratively with all in the school and community Advocates and nurtures a positive school culture conducive to student learning and teacher growth Management Competence Manages resources to provide a productive environment for learning Demonstrates ability see the big picture and to break large tasks into small, achievable components Clearly communicates, both orally and in written form, to a diverse group of cultures and in diverse settings Demonstrates proficiency in required technology Desire and ability to design, create and present professional development opportunities to the staff.

Desire and ability to organize projects, build coalitions, and move projects forward. Be considered by colleagues as the go-to person for questions related to assigned areas. A passion for education and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. Must be a Christian who demonstrates Christian values in all interactions within the school community.

Ability to work collaboratively with varied stakeholders in a diverse school environment. Key Areas of Responsibility: Strategic Technology Leadership Scan the horizon continuously — tracking industry trends, emerging technologies, peer school practices, and security developments to inform strategic decision-making Develop, communicate, and implement a multi-year technology vision and roadmap aligned with the School's mission and educational goals Promote unified, consistent approaches to technology adoption across all divisions Represent the School at professional conferences and learning communities to stay current and bring best practices back to the school IT Leadership and Infrastructure Provide oversight and strategic direction for all IT systems, infrastructure, and services Establish and supervise technology policies and procedures in collaboration with the compliance department Ensure the integrity, security, and reliability of the School's technology systems and data Manage vendor relationships with accountability and stewardship Plan, approve, and oversee all technology equipment, software, and service procurement Maintain organized records of warranties, licensing, manuals, and setup materials Financial & Resource Management Manage the technology budget with transparency and strategic intent Align resource allocation with institutional priorities and long-term technology planning Team Leadership & Development Lead, supervise, and develop the full technology team across Ed.

Tech and IT functions Oversee the Tech Help Desk to ensure responsive, high-quality support for the school community Foster a team culture of collaboration, service, and continuous growth Educational Technology Integration Partner with academic leaders to ensure technology is integrated meaningfully into curriculum, instruction, and assessment Support and develop teacher capacity through professional learning opportunities focused on purposeful technology use Other duties as assigned