Dennis Pettas
South Huntington,NY
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director of Technology & Innovation/Data Protection Officer
Long Beach Public Schools
04.2023 - Current
- Develop and implement a district technology plan aligned with the district’s educational goals
- Oversee the integration of educational technology in classrooms and ensure it supports instructional strategies
- Ensure the security and integrity of the district’s information systems
- Supervise the IT technology team, ensuring effective support and building maintenance
- Oversee the deployment and maintenance of hardware, software, and network infrastructure
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to technology
- Budget and allocate resources for technology projects, eRate and district initiatives
- Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and external partners
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in technology use
- Stay current with emerging technology trends and best practices in education.
Director of Instructional Technology, Libraries, & STREAM
Patchogue-Medford School District
08.2016 - 04.2023
- Work collaboratively with 20 district directors and 19 building administrators in implementing 21st century learning standards and integrating technology into curriculum
- Coordinate/develop programs in technology instruction
- Provide supervision and direction for all areas of Educational Technology, programs and personnel
- Oversee an instructional technology staff including managing Model Schools programs
- Roll-out of 1:1 initiative for grades K-12
- Conduct formal and informal observations for K-12 teachers in all departments
- Recommend and provide technology training and support for teachers and administrators
- Implemented Microsoft 365 for K-12 students with email services
- Researched and procured programs for homebound, at-risk students to be used for credit recovery and instructional support
- Responsible for research, approval and deployment of Assistive Technology devices
- Develop and manage district technology budget
- Collaboratively prepare Smart Schools Bond Investment plans chairing the district technology committee
- Supervise technology purchasing, maintenance, and repairs
- Work collaboratively with the Data Team.
Secondary Technology/Career Business Administrator, Marching Band Director, Summer Music Coordinator
South Huntington School District
06.2006 - 06.2019
- Coordinate school building technology mentors and technology curriculum integration
- Coordinate/create technology-based professional development
- Supervise Google Apps for Education programs and usage
- Develop Nursing and Virtual Enterprise programs along with internships
- Represent school district on Chamber of Commerce committees and arrange partnerships
- Research and oversee student placements in volunteer, internships, job shadowing and paid opportunities
- Oversee all aspects of the MS/HS marching band program (hiring, budget, schedule, design).
District Instructional Technology/Data Coordinator, Saturday Academy Supervisor
Copiague School District
10.2011 - 02.2016
- Collaborate with administration and teachers on technology resources and professional development
- Coordinate/develop programs in technology instruction
- Manage and supervise instructional technology usage of hardware/software
- Provide staff development for faculty/staff district-wide
- Supervise and assist in data-driven instruction, testing, assessments and scoring
- Develop grade level curricula utilizing new technology strategies and frameworks
- Coordinate integration of technology inside current K-12 curriculum
- Taught elementary band and general music.
Adjunct Professor of Music Education, Educational Technology & Sound/Audio Production Chair
Adelphi University
06.2011 - 09.2016
- Create curriculum for music education technology and production classes
- Manage and maintain a state-of-the-art Mac music workstation lab and studio
- Provide staff development for faculty/educators using Mac applications and lab
- Collaborate with faculty on technology resources for classrooms and events using audio production.
District/School Building Administration Intern
Garden City School District
04.2010 - 05.2011
- Observe and evaluate student teacher performance
- Analyze and chart ELA and Math test data utilizing BOCES Data Warehouse
- Coordinate Special Education Department data of IEPs and services for district
- Develop and train Athletic Department faculty on website and webpage development
- Supervise and report building renovation progress to Public Relations Administrator and media
- Review Annual Professional Performance Review documents
- Collaborate on budget development and fiscal manager software
- Collaborate on master scheduling for secondary levels.
Music Production & Technology Teacher
East Meadow School District, W.T. Clarke High School
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Coordinate Mac-based programs for technology and production classes
- Manage and maintain a state-of-the-art Mac music workstation lab and studio
- Develop a diverse curriculum for multiple learning styles and levels
- Provide staff development for faculty using Mac applications and lab
- Coordinate integration of technology inside current music curriculum
- Collaborate with teachers on technology resources for classrooms and events using audio.
Director of Music & Technology
Solomon Schechter of Long Island
08.2008 - 06.2011
- Supervise and evaluate Music Department faculty/staff
- Manage NYSSMA fees, scheduling, student preparation, and All-County selections
- Coordinate budget for elementary, middle, and high school music department
- Supervise and collaborate faculty with the high school M.O.O.D.L.E
- Online classroom server
- Coordinate school administration presentations
- Collaborate with teachers on technology resources for classrooms
- Created school technology plan
- Prepare BOCES grants
- Develop Professional Development opportunities in technology for faculty.
Middle School Orchestra/6th Grade Band/Elementary Band/High School Assistant Band Director
Lindenhurst School District, Lindenhurst Middle School
01.2006 - 06.2008
- Conduct and rehearse orchestra/band
- Prepare a program for the Spring Concert
- Conduct 6th grade and 7th/8th grade orchestra in Spring Concert and elementary band in Winter Concert
- Instruct lessons throughout the school day, with a weekly rotation
- Teach 6th grade general music class
- Prepare students to attend NYSMMA Solo Festivals.
Band Director/Orchestra Director/Permanent Substitute/Marching Band Director (Leave Replacement)
Deer Park School District, Deer Park High School
06.2004 - 12.2005
- Conduct band rehearsals for 9th grade band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble
- Conduct and rehearse orchestra and symphony orchestra in concerts
- Classroom lesson teacher for beginner guitar students
- Conduct; arrange music and drill for marching band
- Tri-M Honor Society Advisor
- Coached Girls JV Lacrosse Team.
Education
Doctor of Education - Instructional Leadership - Curriculum & Technology
St. John’s University
Queens, NY10.2024
Educational Leadership & Technology -
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05.2011
Master of Music Education - School-Based music education and music technology, PreK-12
Five Towns College
Dix Hills, NY12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Human Development/Social Science, School of Education and Human Development
Binghamton University, SUNY
Binghamton, NY05.2004
Bachelors of Arts, Music -
Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY05.2002
Certification
- New York State School District Leader Certification, 08/2011
- New York State School Building Leader Certification, 04/2010
- New York State Teacher Certification (Professional Certificate) Music, 05/2010
- N.Y.S.E.D. School Violence Prevention and Intervention Certification, 06/2004
- N.Y.S.P.C.C, Identification of Child Abuse and Maltreatment Certification, 11/2000
- American Red Cross CPR/AED, 07/2022
- Nassau County First Aid/Professional Rescuer Training, 05/2010
- Master Scheduling (Kussin) Training, 03/2011
- Technology In Music Education Certification 2A (TI;ME), 07/2011
Technology Systems Applications
- SchoolTool
- Aesop
- Infinite Campus
- EschoolData
- PowerTeacher
- Smartboard
- Promethean
- Eno Board
- Unix/Linux
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Atlas
- Curricuplan
- MOODLE
- Mac OS
- Windows Azure & Intune
- Cisco Technologies
- Adobe Creative Suite
- IEP Direct
- Renaissance Assessment
- AimsWeb Plus
- Connect Ed
- OSC Testing Admin
- System 44
- Read 180
- Finance Manager
- Wincap
- Active Directory
- IReady
- Right Reason Technologies
- School World
- Schoology
- Google Workspace
- Google Educator
- Parent Square
Volunteer Experience
- Hicksville Fire Department, Hicksville, NY, 1995, Present
- TOBAY Athletic League, Hicksville, NY, 1998, Present
References
- Dr. David Bennardo, (631) 334-9636
- Lori Cannetti, (631) 687-6350
- Dr. Sharon Deland, (516) 318-7624
- Todd Harris, (631) 807-9038
- Dr. Patricia Marcellino, (516) 877-4405
- Joseph Agosta, (631) 842-4010
- Allan Dietz, (516) 241-2296
Timeline
Executive Director of Technology & Innovation/Data Protection Officer
Long Beach Public Schools
04.2023 - Current
Director of Instructional Technology, Libraries, & STREAM
Patchogue-Medford School District
08.2016 - 04.2023
District Instructional Technology/Data Coordinator, Saturday Academy Supervisor
Copiague School District
10.2011 - 02.2016
Adjunct Professor of Music Education, Educational Technology & Sound/Audio Production Chair
Adelphi University
06.2011 - 09.2016
Music Production & Technology Teacher
East Meadow School District, W.T. Clarke High School
08.2010 - 06.2011
District/School Building Administration Intern
Garden City School District
04.2010 - 05.2011
Director of Music & Technology
Solomon Schechter of Long Island
08.2008 - 06.2011
Secondary Technology/Career Business Administrator, Marching Band Director, Summer Music Coordinator
South Huntington School District
06.2006 - 06.2019
Middle School Orchestra/6th Grade Band/Elementary Band/High School Assistant Band Director
Lindenhurst School District, Lindenhurst Middle School
01.2006 - 06.2008
Band Director/Orchestra Director/Permanent Substitute/Marching Band Director (Leave Replacement)
Deer Park School District, Deer Park High School
06.2004 - 12.2005
Doctor of Education - Instructional Leadership - Curriculum & Technology
St. John’s University
Educational Leadership & Technology -
Adelphi University
Master of Music Education - School-Based music education and music technology, PreK-12
Five Towns College
Bachelor of Science - Human Development/Social Science, School of Education and Human Development
Binghamton University, SUNY
Bachelors of Arts, Music -
Molloy College
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