Overview
Category:administrative
Median Salary:$58,000
Education Required:bachelors
Growth Outlook:fast-growing
Student Interaction:indirect student
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain school computers and devices
- Support teacher technology needs
- Manage learning management systems
- Coordinate device distribution
- Provide tech training
- Troubleshoot technical issues
A Day in the Life
- Respond to tech support tickets
- Set up classroom technology
- Train teachers on new tools
- Manage device inventory
- Update software and systems
- Coordinate with district IT
- Plan technology initiatives
Education & Certification Path
1
Bachelor's degree in IT or Education Technology
2
Teaching experience helpful
3
Technical certifications
4
Ongoing tech training
Required Certifications
- Educational technology certification
- Network administration skills
- Google/Microsoft certifications
Career Progression
IT Support → Technology Coordinator→
District Technology Specialist→
Director of Technology→
Chief Technology Officer
Work Environment
Computer lab or tech office, travels to classrooms
Typical Schedule
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, on-call for emergencies