Director of Educational Technology (Expat or Local Contract)

About the role:

The Director of Educational Technology is a whole school strategic leadership role responsible for shaping, driving and sustaining St. Paul’s digital vision. 

This role ensures that technology and artificial intelligence meaningfully enhance teaching, learning and school operations, while fostering a digitally confident, responsible and future ready community. 

Reporting to the Head on all educational matters and to the General Manager on technology infrastructure and operations, the Director leads the development and execution of a coherent Digital and AI Strategy aligned with the School’s mission, values and long-term priorities. 

At St. Paul’s, we believe that great educational leadership remains connected to the classroom; therefore, this role includes a limited teaching allocation in Digital Literacy. 

About us:

St. Paul’s was founded in 1926 and was the first school in South America to receive accreditation from the UK government as a British School Oversees. Fully coeducational, with about 1,000 pupils, aged from 3 to 18, it is a school with history and tradition, but which embraces innovation, contemporary values and the latest in digital learning. We are a world-class school, and an international member of HMC and IAPS, and a member of COBIS and the LAHC. We are proud of our local, national and international reputation and we constantly strive to improve the opportunities for our pupils and staff. Our recent BSO inspection judged us as a leading British School overseas, and you can download the report from our website. Our exceptional facilities place teaching and learning at the heart of the school.

School Values

All staff are expected to conduct themselves in line with the school’s values which are:

KINDNESS, INTEGRITY, ASPIRATION, INCLUSION, RESPONSIBILITY, ADVENTURE

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More details about the school can be found at www.stpauls.br.

Strategic Leadership and Digital Vision 

• Develop and lead a whole school Digital and AI Strategy, including a clear innovation roadmap 
• Position the School at the forefront of educational technology, artificial intelligence and digital transformation 
• Define the School’s approach to AI literacy, ethical use and responsible integration 
• Ensure alignment between technology, curriculum, pedagogy and values 
• Identify and implement systems that support a data informed and insight driven culture 
• Create an AI and innovative technology strategy that enhances teaching and learning, while also helping the school develop a thoughtful position on AI literacy and responsible technology use for both pupils and staff. 

Teaching and Learning 

• Partner with school leadership and teachers to embed technology and AI meaningfully and responsibly into teaching and learning 

Technology Infrastructure and Systems 

• Ensure reliable, secure and scalable technology infrastructure and systems that support both learning and operations 
• Oversee the performance and continuous improvement of IT services and platforms 

Leadership 

• Lead and develop the IT and Educational Technology teams, ensuring clarity of priorities, accountability and high performance 

Community and Capability 

• Build digital and AI capability across staff, students and parents 
• Position the School as a leader in responsible and innovative use of technology 

Financial and Governance Responsibility 

• Lead strategic investment in technology, ensuring sustainability and impact 
• Ensure compliance with data protection, security and ethical standards 

Success Measures 

By 90 Days 

• Clear diagnostic of digital maturity and risks 
• Board ready Digital and AI Strategy (or advanced draft) 
• Leadership alignment on priorities 

By 12 Months 

• Measurable improvement in teaching and learning through technology 
• Strong adoption and confidence across staff 
• High reliability of systems and support 
• Clear and embedded AI and digital use policies 

Closing date 29 May 2026 at 5pm.

Start date: January 2027 for an expat requiring a work visa in Brazil or August 2026 for a local professional who does not require a work visa.

Application Details

Please ensure your entire application is in English. Applications will be reviewed as they arrive, and the school reserves the right to appoint at any time.

Benefits to be confirmed based on the selected candidate’s status: expatriate or local.

Living in Brazil and in São Paulo city

“It only took a matter of months for me to fall in love with Brazil: the warmth of its people; their optimism and zest for life; their willingness to help strangers and their ever-readiness for a party! This, against a backdrop of stunning natural beauty, incredible wildlife and some of the best beaches I have ever seen make Brazil an unrivalled country to call home away from home. More locally, São Paulo is an elating metropolis to live in: I love how diverse it is demographically; how green and leafy it is; the excellent arts and culture options; the food offering is second-to-none and the nightlife is awesome. In all, São Paulo (and Brazil) are the best places to live if you value good people, fun, quality of life and heady adventure.” - Mr Jonathan Tarrant, Second in the English Department in Senior School.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The offer of the role would be made subject to receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification checks and other safeguarding checks (including Internet and Social Media profiles and exposure), an overseas check if appropriate and a pre-placement medical assessment. Proof of entitlement to work in Brazil is also required where necessary.

Please include a letter of application setting out the reasons why you feel you feel you are a strong candidate for this role.

• Fluent English is a must. Portuguese will be an advantage.

• Solid experience of Teaching and/or Educational Technology, including leading and developing technology policy and strategy.

• Evidence of professional qualifications in IT-related areas, demonstrating a track record of keeping up-to-date with developments and technology.

• Proven track record in leading technology change and innovation in a school setting.

• Experience of working closely with leadership and staff across an organisation and engaging them in technology integration initiatives.

• Deep understanding of IT systems and processes in educational environments.

• Excellent organisational and project management skills with a high level of attention to detail.

• Strong communication skills both internally within the St Paul's Community (staff, parents, students), and externally with vendors/service providers.

• Excellent interpersonal communication, problem solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as a good team player.