Matt J. Fuller
mjfuller@mac.com
mattjfuller.com
@mattjfullertech
Highlights
- Innovative educational technology leader, professional development author, digital media creator, experienced presenter, musician, and lifelong learner.
- Apple Distinguished Educator (Class of 2007), North America Apple Distinguished Educator Advisory Board (2017).
- Published original research papers—Click to Agree: Policies Impacting a One-to-One Mobile Learning Environment (2014); Slide to Unlock: Creating a Technology-Integrated Environment for Our Students (2013); and Tap the Screen: Technology Integration in Our Students’ Lives (2012)—on Apple Books.
Educational Technology Leadership
Assistant Superintendent of Technology & Innovation
July 1, 2014–present
Barrington Community Unit School District 220
Barrington, IL
- Lead instructional and operational technology for K–12 school district with approximately 8,500 students in Chicago’s northwest suburbs.
- Serve on District Executive Council.
- Create and implement innovative strategies for the deployment, maintenance, and use of technology to support instructional and administrative activities of the district.
- Recruit, retain, and develop a team of technology professionals with deep knowledge of content areas and understanding of how technology supports and enhances the process of learning and teaching.
- Established and serve as chair of the District Technology Committee.
- Prioritize the work of the technology staff by developing long-term technology plans informed by the goals of the district and the needs of the staff, students, and community.
- Provide leadership to support technology operations of district departments (e.g., Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment, Business).
- Create, implement, and maintain standards to effectively support and maintain technology-based systems.
- Explore new and innovative technologies for future planning and potential implementation by leveraging vendor relationships, professional development, and professional publications.
- Guide district policy, procedures, and professional development on legal matters related to the use of technology (e.g., artificial intelligence, privacy, cybersecurity).
Director of Technology
2008–2014
The Winnetka Public Schools District 36
Winnetka, IL
- Provided leadership for technology-enabled learning and teaching across all curricular areas.
- Provided support for technology-enabled district operations.
- Wrote and delivered professional development programs for teachers, staff, and administrators.
- Engaged in strategic planning process with parents, community members, staff, and students.
- Planned and implemented rollout of One-to-One Mobile Learning Initiative using iPads in Grades 1–8.
- Chaired District Technology Committee.
- Led district technology team supporting over 1,600 students and 400 teachers, staff, and administrators using over 1,500 devices (desktops, laptops, iPads, and other devices).
- Worked collaboratively with district communications to develop print materials, websites, videos, podcasts, and other media.
- Supervised Data Center serving five buildings in a primarily Mac environment.
Director of Information & Instructional Technology
2006–2008
Community Consolidated School District 62
Des Plaines, IL
- Engaged in Master Planning initiative for continuous improvement.
- Led Instructional Technology Subcommittee.
- Planned and implemented technology systems for approximately 4,600 students, teachers, and administrators in a primarily Mac environment.
- Supervised the administration of networks (Cisco), servers (Apple), and database systems supporting over 5,000 users.
- Supervised repair and maintenance of all district technology systems.
- Designed and supervised district website.
- Implemented, designed, and maintained online professional development resources.
Director of Information & Instructional Technology
2005–2006
Community Consolidated School District 181
Hinsdale, IL
- Worked collaboratively with building and district staff to integrate technology into curriculum.
- Planned, wrote, and implemented technology professional development activities for all staff.
- Supervised administration of networks (Cisco) and servers (Apple) supporting over 4,400 users.
- Supervised the administration of over 1,900 workstations including desktop and laptop computers in a primarily Mac environment.
- Supervised the administration of the student information system (PowerSchool).
- Supervised the repair and maintenance of all district technology systems.
- Maintained district website; created and maintained district intranet site.
Director of Technology & Media Services
2000–2005
Wilmette Public Schools District 39
Wilmette, IL
- Collaborated with district administrative team, technology teachers, and librarians to effectively infuse technology into the district’s curriculum.
- Supervised district technology staff.
- Supervised the administration of networks (Cisco) and servers (Apple) supporting over 3,700 users.
- Supervised the administration of over 1,300 workstations including desktop and laptop computers in primarily Mac environment.
- Implemented, supervised, and supported student information system (PowerSchool).
- Supervised repair and maintenance of all district technology systems.
- Managed school library media centers and implemented and maintained library system (Alexandria).
- Designed and produced printed media, digital media, and videos for district communications.
- Designed, developed, and maintained district website.
Director of Media & Technology
1999–2000
Nagel Middle School, Forest Hills School District
Cincinnati, OH
- Planned, supervised, and administrated network of 300 Mac computers.
- Led professional development sessions in technology integration.
- Designed and produced print media, digital media, and video for building events.
- Managed Media Center with over 6,000 holdings and video retrieval system.
- Designed and maintained building website
Technology Coordinator
1995–1999
Brookwood School District 167
Glenwood, IL
- Maintained hardware and software.
- Designed, implemented, and administrated district networks among five buildings.
- Led professional development sessions in technology integration.
- Developed and implemented district technology plan and instructional goals; coauthored and received two competitive Goals 2000 grants (1996–1998) in total of $400,000.
Presentations
- edWeb and Common Sense Media, online webinar (June 2024): Navigating the AI Policy Landscape in Schools (with Ty Gorman).
- Illinois Digital Educators Alliance IDEAcon Conference, Schaumburg, IL (February 2024): “Developing District Practices and Protocols for Generative AI;” and “Advanced Prompt Writing to Unlock the Power of Generative AI” (with Ty Gorman).
- K12 Tech Forum, McHenry County and Lake County, IL (March 2023): “Managing and Planning for Change” presentation and discussion.
- Illinois Digital Educators Alliance IDEAcon Conference, Schaumburg, IL (February 2023): “Leading Out of Crisis: Lessons Learned and Improvements Made as a Result of the Pandemic;” “Building a Blended Learning Program;” “Are You Using the “Right” Device? Conducting a Device Study in an Established 1:1 Program” (with Ty Gorman).
- Various locations, virtual and live (2019–2023): “Communicating Visually through Sketchnoting.”
- Illinois Computing Educators (ICE) Conference, Schaumburg, IL (February 2019): “Leveraging One-to-One Programs to Promote Deeper Learning with ESSA” (with Dr. Robert Hudson and Charlene Chausis, Aptakisic-Tripp District 102) and “Research and Innovative Teaching Practices” (with Peg Keiner, GEMS World Academy, Chicago) guest speaking sessions.
- International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Conference, Chicago, IL (June 2018): “‘Real Life’ Begins Here: Real-World Experiences Demonstrate a Culture of Innovation” (with Jessi Chartier and Margarita Geleske, Uncharted Learning) breakout session.
- Illinois Computing Educators (ICE) Conference, Schaumburg, IL (February 2018): “‘Real Life’ Begins Here: Real-World Experiences Demonstrate a Culture of Innovation” (with Jessi Chartier and Margarita Geleske, Uncharted Learning) breakout session.
- Symposium on Global Competencies, CoSN (Consortium for School Networking) Invent the Future International Conference, Chicago, IL (April 2017): “Programs to Facilitate a Global Education.”
- Illinois Association of School Business Officials (IASBO) 2016 Annual Conference, Schaumburg, IL (May 4, 2016): “Rebuilding Staffing Plans in Times of Change” (with Tim Neubauer and Julie Strahl).
- Apple Leadership and Learning Event, Rosemont, IL (November 5, 2015): “One to World Program.”
- Illinois Education & Technology Conference (IETC), Springfield, IL (November 2013): “Slide to Unlock: Creating a Technology-Integrated Environment for Our Students” breakout session.
- ICE Conference, St. Charles, IL (February 2013): “Tap the Screen: Technology Integration in Our Students’ Lives” breakout session.
- IETC, Springfield, IL (November 2012): “Tap the Screen: Technology Integration in Our Students’ Lives” breakout session.
- IASB/IASA/IASBO Joint Annual Conference, Chicago, IL (November 2012): “Social Leadia: How Social Media Can Enrich School Communication & Leadership” (with Dr. Jeff Arnett).
- IASB/IASA/IASBO Joint Annual Conference, Chicago, IL (November 2011): “Social Media: Power for School Districts” (with Dr. Jeff Arnett and Jennifer Waldorf).
- Illinois Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (INSPRA) speaker series (April 2011): “Tips & Tactics: Technology Tools” featured presentation.
- ICE Conference, St. Charles, IL (February 2011): “Compose Yourself with GarageBand” breakout session.
- Apple Executive Briefing Center, Chicago, IL (August 2010): “iLife” featured presentation.
- ICE Conference, St. Charles, IL (February 2010): “Tell Your Story with iMovie ’09” full-day workshop; “Podcast Production Possibilities” breakout session.
- INSPRA speaker series (January 2010): “Tips & Tactics: Technology in the New Decade.”
Honors
- Apple Distinguished Educator (Class of 2007).
- Apple Distinguished Educators Advisory Board—North America (2017).
- Illinois Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (INSPRA) awards for Winnetka Public Schools (September 2012): Award of Excellence for postcard series; Awards of Merit for quarterly Learners newsletter and Annual Report.
- INSPRA awards for Winnetka Public Schools (September 2011): Award of Excellence for “Minute to Winnetka” production; Awards of Merit for Adventures in Learning Summer Program materials, district website, online video series, employee wellness fair materials, Inside 36 newsletter, and Annual Report.
- INSPRA awards for Winnetka Public Schools (September 2009): Award of Excellence for The Winnetka Public Schools Identity & Style Manual; Awards of Merit for “150 Years of Preserving and Progressing” video and Annual Report.
- INSPRA awards for District 62 (September 2008): Awards of Excellence for DVD and special purpose material; Award of Merit for Partners in Education newsletter.
- INSPRA awards for District 62 (September 2007): Awards of Excellence for video production and Annual Report; Awards of Merit for Inside 62 electronic newsletter, and Cabinet newsletter.
Music Teaching
District Band Director
1995–1999
Brookwood School District 167
Glenwood, IL
- Conducted rehearsals and sectionals for band program (Grades 4–8).
- Performed at concerts, festivals, graduation ceremonies, and other performances annually.
- Worked closely with Brookwood Band Parent Organization.
- Served as instructor at Great Lake Music Camps, Valparaiso, IN (1991, 1997, 1998).
Elementary Music Teacher
1994–1995
Mount Prospect District 57
Mount Prospect, IL
- Composed, arranged, performed, and taught using digital music hardware and software.
- Integrated regular classroom curriculum into music classes by collaborating with teachers.
- Provided professional development to staff in use of technology.
Education
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
2014
National Louis University
Skokie, IL
Master of Education in Administration and Supervision
2006
National Louis University
Wheeling, IL
Bachelor of Music in Instrumental School Music Education
1993
DePauw University
Greencastle, IN