Director of Instructional Technology and Design

Mount Saint Joseph Academy

Founded in 1858, Mount Saint Joseph Academy, a college preparatory school for grades 9 through 12, empowers young women to realize their fullest potential. Imbued with a spirit of unity and reconciliation, the charism of the Sisters of Saint Joseph, Mount Saint Joseph Academy fosters excellence tempered by gentleness and compassion.

Enriched by the values of the Catholic Church, Mount Saint Joseph Academy (MSJA) offers academically rigorous programs, which challenge students to shape the future. In a student-centered, collaborative environment, Mount Saint Joseph Academy (The Mount) provides a holistic education with an emphasis on global responsibility.

Trusting in the wisdom echoed by the Constitution of the Sisters of Saint Joseph, the mission asserts, “On the education of women largely depends the future of society.”

Job Summary

Mount Saint Joseph Academy (MSJA) seeks an innovative educational leader to guide the strategic integration of technology across our curriculum. Reporting to the Principal, the Director will partner with faculty, academic leadership, and other colleagues to align instructional technology with best pedagogical practices This student-centered, mission-driven role shapes how technology enhances personalized learning, visible thinking, and real-time feedback across grades 9-12.  The Director serves as both an instructional leader and a systems partner, ensuring that instructional platforms, digital tools, and emerging technologies are integrated properly, sustainably, and in alignment with the Mount’s mission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Vision & Strategy

• Support the mission of Mount Saint Joseph Academy through its vision to empower young women to realize their fullest potential in a spirit of unity, reconciliation, gentleness, and compassion
• Develop and refine a school-wide strategy for instructional technology that supports the Mount's mission and academic priorities.
• Research and evaluate emerging educational technologies, matching pedagogical needs with appropriate resources
• Collaborate with the Dean of Studies and Instruction, Sit on Academic Board, and Teaching and Learning Committees to integrate technology across the
• Manage and develop strategic goals of the Technology Committee with measurable deliverables aligned to the school's five-year plan
• Develop, review, and enhance student-centered technology policies, including the Acceptable Use Policy

Faculty Development

• Lead faculty professional development in technology competencies for quality teaching, learning, and assessment,
• Coach educators on best instructional design practices to leverage technology effectively
• Collect, analyze, and apply feedback on school curriculum to identify growth opportunities for students and faculty

Systems & Operations

• Maintain and support the learning management system (Canvas LMS), including upgrades, optimization, troubleshooting, and educator implementation
• Optimize utilization of the student information system (PowerSchool) and support data analysis for informed decision-making
• Work in close collaboration with the Network Administrator to ensure instructional platforms, system integrations, data work flows, and security considerations are aligned with instructional goals and MSJA’s needs
• Manage standardized digital testing with support from the academic team and testing leaders
• Support data-informed decision making in collaboration with the academic leadership
• Monitor budget to ensure efficient resource allocation

Student Education

• Teach one technology elective or course (summer or school year, as assigned)
• Educate students on digital citizenship and best practices across grade levels through assemblies, advisory programming, and curriculum

Community & Communication

• Engage families as partners in student learning through timely communication and parent/guardian education as needed
• Maintain confidentiality in all communications with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues
• Collaborate across departments, including Academics, Student Life, Operations, etc. on initiatives that intersect with Instructional Technology and digital systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal and Dean of Studies and Instruction

Position Details

Reports to: Principal

Classification: Exempt, Full-Time

Term: 10 months, plus 12 working days in summer (orientation and planning)

Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:45 am-3:45 pm; select evening/weekend events (Open House, Back to School Night, Graduation, Key Advancement and Admissions activities)

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting, and computer use. Must be able to lift 15 pounds as needed.

To Apply

Please contact:

Kevin Nigro, Human Resources

Mount Saint Joseph Academy

120 W. Wissahickon Ave., Flourtown, PA 19031

jobopportunities@msjacad.org

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology, Information Technology, Education, or related field. Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum 5 years teaching and/or guiding teachers in a secondary setting
• Strong instructional skills delivered through varied, culturally responsive, inclusive, and engaging digital technology strategies
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred

• Experience leading teams or cross-function initiatives
• Knowledge of data analytics and navigation of datasets to inform leadership in decision making
• Experience in curriculum design and instructional program development.

About Mount Saint Joseph Academy

Mount Saint Joseph Academy, a ministry of the Sisters of Saint Joseph in the Jesuit tradition,is an all girls 9-12 high school located in Flourtown, PA.

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