The National Child Research Center seeks a Systems/Network Administrator to work with the current systems/network administrator until her retirement then take over the position.

National Child Research Center (NCRC), is a co-ed independent preschool located in the historic district of Cleveland Park in Washington, DC. Founded in 1928, NCRC is the oldest continuously operating preschool in the District of Columbia, serving approximately 175 children aged 2 through 5. NCRC’s highly skilled faculty uses research-based best practices to lead children in a play-based, emergent curriculum, creating a uniquely enriching and nurturing environment for young children and their families. Committed to the inclusion of children with special needs and typically developing children, NCRC actively supports and encourages diversity among the staff and families that we serve.

Responsibilities

The Systems/Network Administrator is a part-time position that provides technical support to the NCRC community including faculty, staff, and families. In addition, The Systems/Network Administrator configures, maintains, and supports the school-wide IT infrastructure and end-user software and hardware. A detailed description of the NCRC technology environment is attached. This position is part-time. The Systems/Network Administrator will report to the Assistant Head of School.

The primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Respond promptly to support requests received via email, telephone, and in-person visits.
• Configure, troubleshoot and repair all school software and hardware including MacBooks, PCs, Chromebooks, iPads, Android devices, and printers.
• Administer NCRC’s Google Workspace for Education Basic environment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot NCRC’s wired and wireless networks and related infrastructure.
• Maintain an inventory of all computer hardware and software.
• Manage, support, and train users in the use of a large variety of hardware and educational software applications.
• Ensure the security and confidentiality of all data.
• Perform basic Active Directory and Windows Server administration.
• Create and maintain up-to-date documentation and training materials.
• Coordinate and work with vendors to support hardware and software.

Our ideal candidate is: 

• Someone with a positive attitude, the ability to effectively collaborate with a highly motivated team, desire and willingness to assist colleagues outside of the job description.
• A creative problem solver, with solid decision-making skills and outstanding organization and judgment, including discretion in managing confidential information.
• A strong project manager, and versatile team member, who can tackle our wide variety of work from concept to execution.
• Knowledgeable and enthusiastic about NCRC’s mission and committed to upholding and advancing the School’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Interested candidates should submit the NCRC Application for Employment, a letter of interest, resume, and references to jcarroll@ncrcpreschool.org  Please list the Position Title in the subject line of your email.

Qualifications - Required

• Experience configuring and troubleshooting computer hardware and operating systems including MacOS, Windows, Chrome OS, and iOS.
• Experience with Google Workspace for Education Basic administration and applications.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP networking including switching, routing, DHCP, DNS, and 802.11 wireless networks.
• Ability to manipulate databases and spreadsheets for information gathering and exports/imports.
• Ability to learn new software applications quickly and to teach others how to use them.
• Ability to create training and documentation materials.
• Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail and the ability to move among multiple tasks and projects with ease.
• Ability to communicate in a friendly, professional, and timely manner with faculty, staff, and parents.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications - Preferred

• Prior experience and/or exceptional ability in interacting with faculty and staff in an educational environment.
• Knowledge of school administration systems including student information, enrollment management, and giving software.
• Familiarity with software distribution and management platforms, Mosyle experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of PBX and VOIP telephone systems.

Interested candidates should submit the NCRC Application for Employment, a letter of interest, resume, and references to jcarroll@ncrcpreschool.org  Please list the Position Title in the subject line of your email.

About National Child Research Center

National Child Research Center (NCRC), is a co-ed independent preschool located in the historic district of Cleveland Park in Washington, DC. Founded in 1928, NCRC is the oldest continuously operating preschool in the District of Columbia, serving children age 2 through Pre-Kindergarten. NCRC’s highly skilled faculty uses research-based best practices to lead children in a play-based, emergent curriculum, creating a uniquely enriching and nurturing environment for young children and their families. NCRC's Mission: National Child Research Center nurtures the whole child - socially, emotionally, and intellectually - toward a lifelong love of learning. Informed by current research and continuing education, NCRC’s exceptional faculty guide each student’s unique development through a play-based, child-centered curriculum in a diverse, family-focused community, with a commitment to the inclusion of children who benefit from additional supports and adaptations. NCRC is accredited by AIMS, and is a member of AISGW, AIMS, NAIS, NAEYC. For more information about our school, visit www.ncrcpreschool.org

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