Instructional Technology Coach

Instructional Technology Coach Alabama State Department of Education•4.5 Birmingham, AL Job Details $52,447•$101,270 a year 10 hours ago Qualifications Report writing Professional development facilitation in schools Learning technology Teaching Certification Customer inquiry handling Driver's License Data management Professional Educator License Classroom experience Classroom Teaching Project leadership Software training Teaching Cross-functional communication Staff development Full Job Description Job Title•

Instructional Technology Coach Supervisor:

Director of Data Security and Instructional Technology Job Goals:

To provide direct educational technology support to students, faculty and students and consultative support to local school and system level technology resource staff. To plan and provide professional development programs and supports that are effective in meeting the changing needs of the Jefferson County School System and its technology and instructional initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in education or related field. Valid Alabama professional educator certificate. Minimum of three (3) years successful classroom teaching experience. Possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457. Strong leadership, organizational and project management skills. Ability to effectively lead and implement simultaneous projects and initiatives while meeting multiple deadlines. High level of personal initiative and ability to work without close supervision. Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups. Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to relate complex technical concepts. Knowledge of instructional/educational technology and ability to plan and implement technology-related professional development programs for school personnel. Ability to use technology to communicate, to plan and provide instruction, to facilitate student learning, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information. Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance. Such alternative qualifications to those listed as the Board may require.

Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities. Works within the school system community to promote excellent customer service, effective response times and provide expert insights into instructional technology training and instructional support issues. Communicates and collaborates with each school's technology staff or technical representative in defining and establishing schedules, setting priorities, providing support/direction and dealing with administrative issues as needed. Communicates and collaborates with each school's staff in development of curricula to enhance the student educational process. Plans and provides training and professional development on new hardware and/or software applications as requested. Engages in professional growth, ongoing training, and demonstrates professional ethics and effective leadership. Models and maintains high ethical standards. Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law. Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility. Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner. Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner. Properly cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school system. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Terms of Employment:

As established by the Board and applicable state law.

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel. This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Jefferson County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.

Approved:

January 26, 2023 Jefferson County School System Instructional Technology Coach