Technology Coordinator Anticipated Opening 2026-2027

Technology Coordinator - Anticipated Opening 2026-2027

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The Village Charter School

101 Sullivan Way

Trenton, NJ 08628

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $50,000 - 80,000
 

Employment Terms:

• 12 - month full-time position
• Board-approved salary
• Employment is governed by an annual contract subject to Board of Trustees approval

Benefits: (As applicable based on employment status)

• Health insurance options
• Retirement plan participation
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid time off in accordance with board policy

Qualifications:

Education: 

Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
Experience: 

3-5 years in technical support, with specific experience in PowerSchool and Google
Workspace.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications:Google Certified Educator, CompTIA A+, or Apple Certified Support Professional.
• Previous experience in a small school or NJ Charter School setting

Position Purpose 

The Technology Coordinator provides comprehensive, on-site technical leadership for our three-building campus. Serving approximately 360 students and 57 staff, this role ensures that all instructional and administrative technology, such as PowerSchool and Google Workspace, and the physical network operate seamlessly. This is a "hands-on" leadership position responsible for maintaining a secure, efficient, and innovative digital learning environment.

Essential Functions 

• Dual-Platform Management: Manages and troubleshoots the District's mixed ecosystem of PCs and Macs, providing immediate hardware and software support across both adjacent buildings.
• PowerSchool Administration: Serves as the primary administrator for the PowerSchool SIS; manages student data, state reporting (NJ SMART), and provides direct support/training to staff on the platform.
• Campus Network Connectivity: Ensures 100% uptime of the network infrastructure connecting the two buildings; manages Wi-Fi access points, firewalls, and reliable internet distribution.
• Google Workspace Lead: Administers the Google Workspace for Education environment, including Gmail, Classroom, Drive, and Chromebook management.
• Data Security & Privacy: Implements protocols to ensure compliance with FERPA/HIPAA; secures student and staff data within PowerSchool and cloud-based systems.
• Instructional Coaching: Provides one-on-one and group training for the 57 staff members on integrating Google tools and other educational software into the curriculum.
• Emergency Response: Provides immediate, on-site response to technology failures that disrupt classroom instruction or administrative operations.
• NJ State Reporting: Coordinates and submits all technology-related state reports, including the NJ Technology Plan and NJSLA testing readiness.

Additional Duties:

• Manages the inventory and lifecycle of all campus hardware.
• Coordinates with the School Business Administrator on the annual technology budget and E-Rate filings.
• Supports administrative staff with the Info-Fund accounting system.

Knowledge and Skills 

Proficiency in troubleshooting both Windows and macOS.

Expertise in NJSLS; proficiency in educational technology (G-Suite); strong classroom management; ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners. 

Expertise (or ability to acquire) in adult learning theory; advanced data visualization skills; deep knowledge of research-based instructional strategies.

Technology/Systems Used

• SIS: PowerSchool (Primary)
• Cloud: Google Workspace for Education
• Finance: Info-Fund
• Hardware: PC Laptops, MacBooks, Chromebooks, iPads, SonicWall/Cisco

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Village Charter School is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from
discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A; N.J.A.C. 6A; ADA; FLSA; NJ First Act.

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