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Director of Technology
Thaden School
Bentonville, Arkansas
Salary: Based on Experience
Date Posted: 11/6/2025
 
Job ID: 81464
Position/Title: Director of Technology
Employer: Thaden School
Department:
Category / Heading #1: Administration  Technology - Director
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Status: FullTime
 
 
Job Description/Responsibilities:

Thaden School now seeks a Director of Technology, reporting to the Chief Finance and Operations Officer, to lead and manage the School's technology strategy and infrastructure. The Director of Technology is responsible for all aspects of technology at the School, from maintenance and organization to curricular integration and innovation in light of emerging technologies. 


Role and Responsibilities


Develop and execute a forward-looking technology strategy that aligns with the School's educational mission.

Supervise, mentor, and develop the technology team (Technology Manager and Data Systems Manager), fostering a culture of service, continuous improvement, professional excellence, and innovation.

Forge partnerships with teachers and academic leaders to promote strategic and thoughtful deployment of technology into the curriculum in ways that enhance learning outcomes and the student experience.

Provide leadership, vision, and day-to-day management of the IT department, including data network and backup systems, firewall and security issues, databases, servers, printers, and telephone systems.

Maintain secure, efficient, and robust server and network architecture, as well as cost-effective improvements to network and cloud-based applications. 

Ensure efficiencies in the collection, analysis, usage, retention, and sharing of academic and administrative information and data.

Serve as a thought partner and monitor emerging trends in AI to anticipate opportunities and risks and guide the school in developing responsible use policies and adopting best practices in educational and business.

Oversee the technology budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum impact.

Take an active role in the life of the school and perform other duties as assigned.


 
 
Minimum Degree: BA
Certification Required: No
Minimum Experience: 5-7 Years

 
Qualifications:

Skills, Qualifications, and Attributes

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field (information technology, computer science, systems management, or related discipline); master’s degree preferred

At least five years of experience in technology leadership 

Experience in independent schools preferred

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple technology projects simultaneously

Current and in-depth knowledge of network architecture; telecommunication; wireless, mobile, and cloud technologies

Knowledge of administrative and academic database systems

Strong organizational, technical, and analytical skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders

Strong problem solving skills with a high degree of diplomacy

A team-oriented mindset and an interest in working collaboratively with the school community


Physical Requirements


Job frequently requires standing, walking, and handling objects with hands

Job occasionally requires reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25 pounds

Some work performed outside may require exposure to changing weather conditions


 
Tuition Remission: Yes
Spend for Graduate Study: Yes
Relocation Assistance/Allowance: Yes
Support/Sponsor Work visas to overseas candidates: No
ON Campus Housing: No
OFF Campus Housing: No
 
 
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Contact Info
abubier@thadenschool.org