Employment

At Park Day School, expert teachers and dedicated staff are committed to the enterprise of providing a place where students learn deeply, think creatively, act compassionately, and live fully. Founded in 1976, Park Day offers an outstanding co-educational K-8 program to over 300 students. The school community embraces the ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity of Oakland. The school is rooted in the tenets of progressive education and reinforces 21st Century learning. Our student-centered approach cultivates deep thinkers and compassionate and courageous people who shape a more equitable and sustainable world. Park Day is a leader in public purpose initiatives; our community outreach program collaborates with public schools and community groups to create meaningful service-learning opportunities for our students.

Located in the Temescal neighborhood of Oakland, the school is situated on a four-acre campus that has been described as “glorious” and “a jewel” with trees,gardens, and quiet niches as well as outdoor play and athletic facilities; it is a campus for all ages. Park Day has become a leader in developing innovative educational connections between campus and classroom, including our living labs, specialized learning gardens, nature zone, chicken coop, and edible gardens.

All the adults at Park Day work to nurture relationships, critical thinking, and compassion so that learning occurs in a caring, safe, and empowering setting for students and grown ups alike. Collaboration and professional development is valued, and prioritized.

Park Day School offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision insurance, and a generous retirement program.

As an equal opportunity employer, Park Day actively seeks applicants who reflect the rich diversity of the Bay Area. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, family-care status, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, faith or veteran status.

Overview of the Position 

63% FTE Non-Exempt position. Under general supervision of the Facilities Manager Provide basic, ongoing, first-level, school-base technical support to teachers and other staff in the use of technology. This position must display sound judgment, great attention to detail, plus exhibit superior confidentiality behavior at all times. Additionally, this position must be extremely organized and maintain all records in a complete and appropriate manner.

The IT Education Technology Support Technician will:

• Provide Educational Technology guidance, expertise and training for grade K-­8 faculty, especially in the areas of iPads, MacBooks, Chromebooks, Zoom, and G Suite for Education.
• Coordinate and teach workshops to train teachers in the use of new tools and instructional applications, and establish systems for teachers to access, preview, or pilot new hardware and software applications.
• Assist with the development of and participate in a technology user group
• Coordinate with the business office and instructional leaders to implement the school’s Information Technology strategies and plans that align with the mission of the school and the needs of the classroom.
• Serve as an advisor to school staff for general technical issues.
• Provide basic on-going first-line technical support to school staff and students.
• Troubleshoot and repair minor computer and peripheral equipment problems/issues.
• Manage accounts and reporting functions for select instructional applications.
• Support school users with network access issues and reset passwords as needed.
• Serve as a technical liaison with outside vendors, and serve as vendor contact on technical issues.
• Work with our outsourced IT company to Install and customize new computers with site based software/drivers; upgrade/update software as needed.
• Provide logistical support for new computers and peripherals (ordering, delivery, preparation, physical setup & placement/delivery).
• Assist in the summer preparation of all devices and systems for successful opening of each school year.
• Maintain computer hardware inventory and repair records for the school.
• Document all work performed and manage requests for new services from the school in the SchoolDude application.
• Collaborate with staff on software purchases with regard to technical requirements and limitations.
• Participate in on-going technical support training as required.
• Perform other technology related duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will:

• Have on hands on knowledge of Apple products (Laptops, Ipad) and Chromebooks.
• Strong educational software experience.
• Ability to learn new applications and programs quickly.
• Ability to research and resolve problems and follow through with minimal supervision.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a diverse group of staff
• High school Diploma. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Working Environment

Position will work out of the Oakland location. The working hours will be consistent with regular business hours, approximately 5 per day. This position may require evenings or weekend hours as needed for events or special projects. This position will not be allowed to work from a remote location.

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