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Director of Technology

Thaden School

Thaden School

IT, Operations
Bentonville, AR, USA
Posted on Nov 7, 2025

Job Details

Bentonville - Bentonville, AR

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.

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