Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? Then look no further! 

In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student! 

We are actively recruiting a Chief Technology Officer to join our team for the 2026-27 School Year. The Chief Technology Officer leads the School Division's Technology and Learning Technologies Systems, including the management of Computer and Information Networks and the connections between the Division's networks and the global internet. The CTO provides leadership in identifying, assessing and managing technology needs for the school system to the Superintendent and other stakeholders. This position directs, coordinates, supervises, facilitates or performs all tasks and elements needed to effect comprehensive integration of appropriate technology into every facet of operations. The CTO contributes to the infusion of educational technology into classrooms, libraries/media centers and district offices by providing highly motivating, full-time, professional leadership in all areas of technology planning and technology resource management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Exceptional oral and written communication skills; strong leadership skills; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comprehensive instructional technology experience; comprehensive knowledge of professional development; proven expertise in the planning and implementing instructional technology systems and professional development; ability to coordinate instructional technology systems analysis and needs assessments; ability to develop effective plans to meet instructional technology needs; technical expertise with computer systems and complex networking equipment; eagerness to learn and apply new technologies; ability to write clear and concise reports; ability to present technical information to decision-makers.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Master's Degree. Demonstrated professional experience in a technology leadership role. At least four years of experience in K–12 education preferred. Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as speaking and presentation skills. Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) certification or equivalent required or must be attained within one year of hire. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

About Albemarle County Public Schools

Albemarle County Public Schools (ACPS) serves more than 14,000 students from preschool through 12th grade in Albemarle County, Virginia, the sixth-largest county by area in the Commonwealth. Adjacent to the city of Charlottesville and the University of Virginia in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Albemarle County is known for its scenic beauty, rich history, vibrant cultural scene, and outstanding schools and features a diverse mix of rural, suburban, and urban settings.

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