Job Title: Instructional Technology Coach

Must be SC certified or eligible for SC certification.

Minimum of 5 years of successful experience integrating technology in the classroom is desirable.

Job Summary Responsible for supporting the professional growth and development of all teachers to facilitate learning and independent application of effective instructional technology practices; provides support through planning, modeling, co-teaching, training, and data analysis across all content areas; plans and conducts professional development based on assessed teacher needs; serves as the G.R.I.T. Mentor for Chester Park COLT; hosts monthly G.R.I.T. meetings (professional development) on assigned days given by the building administrators.

Essential Duties

1. Assists teachers in using technology effectively for assessing student learning, differentiating instruction, and providing rigorous, relevant and engaging learning experiences for all students.
2. Collaborates with instructional staff in regards to effective use of technology tools and resources to systematically collect and analyze pertinent data, interpret results and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning.
3. Coaches teachers in and models the use of online and blended learning, digital content and collaborative learning networks to support and extend student learning as well as expand opportunities for online professional development for teachers and administrators.
4. Introduces teachers to new technology integration methods, materials and instructional strategies that have proven to increase student achievement.
5. Participates in the school improvement process through goal setting and implementation as well as data analysis for instructional improvement.
6. Works collaboratively and communicates effectively with the district’s director of technology to evaluate, select and implement technology enhanced learning experiences addressing content standards and student technology standards.
7. Identifies technology integration competencies among instructional staff, in collaboration with school administrators, and delivers appropriate coaching, training, and resources to support the professional growth of individuals.
8. Model and promote digital citizenship by facilitating safe, healthy, legal and ethical use of digital information and technologies.
9. Engages in continual learning to deepen content and pedagogical knowledge in technology integration and current and emerging technologies necessary to implement the ISTE Standards.
10. Coordinates with school and technical support staff for timely reporting of equipment needing repair or other support issues, as well as ensuring the smooth and successful deployment of new technologies to include troubleshooting basic software, hardware and connectivity problems common to digital learning environments.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: planning and managing projects; and using pertinent software applications.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.

Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: stages of child development, a variety of teaching methodologies.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment.

Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; and working with frequent interruptions.

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Responsibility

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting, 20% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.

Working Environment

Bachelors degree in job related area.

Experience Job related experience is required.

Education

Equivalency None Specified

Valid Teaching Certificate in Content/Grade area

Required Testing Certificates & Licenses

None Specified

Continuing Educ. / Training

TB

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Clearances

FLSA Status

Exempt Teacher ALL