Distance Learning and Education Director jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

AMERICAN LEARNING SYSTEMS  

JOB TITLE 

Educational Technology Database Administrator 

DIVISION/ DEPARTMENT 

Innovation/Educational Technology

LOCATION 

Broward/Palm Beach

REPORTS TO 

Executive Director of Innovative Technology

EXEMPTION STATUS

Exempt; 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM/hours may vary based on need/ Year-Round

DATE 

Rev. October 2023

POSITION OVERVIEW 

The Educational Technology Database Administrator works under the Executive Director of Innovative Technology. This individual will be in charge of managing all databases used by the Executive Director of Innovative Technology throughout the school including library services.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Under the guidance of the Executive Director of Innovative Technology

  • Textbook/platform database management and training materials

  • Assist in reviewing new technologies

  • Troubleshoot teacher needs and report ongoing issues to IT

• Linking materials and creating materials

  • Importing and maintaining CVS files into utilized platforms, new student placement, code management for student course requests, and troubleshooting

• Manage Filemaker Pro Database 

• Work with the Teacher Tech Team and Curriculum Specialist to do the following:

  • Manage agendas

  • Create course codes

  • Post to the appropriate calendars to ensure teachers are educated on the upcoming opportunities.  

  • Complete administrative tasks as required on the Educational/School Databases teacher in-service portal.   

  • Complete data entry of all professional development In-service hours with follow-up submission for approval to the regional AISF office.  

  • Direct teachers with the certification/licensure renewal process. 

  • Submit quarterly reports of all professional development coursework and teachers assigned in-service credits to the DOE.

  • Identify and communicate outside Professional Development Course Opportunities for teachers via TEC (Teacher Education Page)/Educational/School Databases.

  • Submit teacher certification status reports quarterly to the Principal(s). 

  • Maintain the TEC (Teacher Education Page). 

  • Work with the Teacher Teach Team to ensure teachers' resources are reviewed and updated on an ongoing basis.  

  • Include reference material for teachers in the area of: Technical Guides, Planbook, Professional Development opportunities, and certification/recertification updates and links.

SECONDARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Technology support:

  •  Provide student and teacher technology support within the Media Center and as requested.

• Test proctoring: 

  • Proctor student exams as needed.

• Professional development credentials: 

  • Review completed teacher professional development courses and provide appropriate credits for Florida teacher licensing. 

  • Assists with teacher recertification.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE 

• A bachelor’s degree at an accredited institution encompassing data administration or similar.

• At least three years of educational experience.

• At least two years experience in database administration.

• Experience with Apple products.

SKILLS & ABILITIES 

• Maintain and update databases

• Uphold database confidentiality and security

• Ensure data recovery methods

• Education technology knowledge and understanding

• Technology support skills

• Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to facilitate and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others 

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing 

• Flexibility, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Office

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

BENEFITS

• 100% free tuition for all employees’ eligible children *

• 50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children

• Free Summer Day Camp for employees’ eligible children while working over the summer.

• Free early care & after-care for employees’ eligible children while working

• Yearly cash bonuses 

• 401K with partial employer match after a year of employment

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance 

• Supplemental Insurance plans available through Lincoln Financial 

• Pet Insurance options

• Short-term & Long-term Disability options

• Life Insurance at no cost to the employee

• Affordable Company housing when available

• Additional earnings available through Tutoring Department and Summer Education Programs

* This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.

OTHER

• May be required to stay after work hours during school events