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Instructional Technology Coach
Princeton, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Education and Training
Specialty
Technology
Location
19124 , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
1/11/24
Instructional Technology Coach (K-8)
The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts & Sciences seeks a full-time K-8
Instructional Technology Coach to join the team at our neighborhood campus located at 1197 Haworth St. At Arts & Sciences, students in grades K-8 engage in a unique educational program designed to grow the next generation of creative leaders, where students focus on the arts and sciences as major subjects alongside a technology-infused, standards-driven academic curriculum. Our teachers are creative, passionate, professional educators that believe every student has specific intelligences that must be nurtured. We believe that all students should have an equal opportunity to achieve their own innate potential.
Overview:
The Instructional Technology Coach is a critical lever in improving student achievement at the Philadelphia Charter School for the Arts and Sciences. The role of the coach is to build teacher capacity and their understanding of instructional technology, curriculum engines, and Apple technology as related to the mission and vision of String Theory Schools. An instructional technology coach is a learner who models continuous improvement, and lifelong learning, and goes above and beyond to ensure student success. All instructional coaches work collaboratively as a team with members of the administration and Academic Team.
Instructional coaches will promote reflection, provide guidance and structure where needed, and focus on strengths, collaboration, and common issues of concern. They are responsible for ensuring high-quality instruction in classrooms through modeling, co-planning, co-teaching, and providing feedback to teachers. The instructional coach will demonstrate and model a passion for urban education reform and leadership.
Qualifications:
? Bachelors or Advanced Degree in Education or Related Field
? Proven track record of instructional coaching and educational technology implementation & management
? Criminal history, child abuse and FBI clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI)
Goals:
GOAL 1: Set Vision and Direction - Instructional Coaches establish a clear vision that is aligned with our school learning goals and with his/her grade and content-specific learning and performance targets. The Instructional Technology
Coach takes outcomes-driven actions to maintain alignment with this vision, particularly as it relates to educational technology, and develops teachers to be similarly vision-driven.
GOAL 2: Organize, Plan, Execute - Instructional Coaches are able to organize, prioritize, track, and manage workflow and resources.
GOAL 3: Influence and Motivate Stakeholders- Instructional Coaches draw on an understanding of others to achieve desired outcomes and inspire action through shaping beliefs and behaviors. The coach becomes known as an authentic and clear communicator.
GOAL 4: Learn and Continuously Improve The Instructional Technology Coach strives to continuously develop and better themselves, their teams, and the school.
Duties:
? Become an expert in the kids, data, and norms of the grade bands and content
? Work directly with the administrative team to raise student achievement, measured by local benchmarks and state assessments
? Monitor and respond to content data to ensure the success of the mission
? Write informal teacher observations to improve teacher practice
? Regularly attend and actively participate in Grade Lead meetings to collaborate with colleagues regarding grade-specific and school-wide concerns in technology integration
? Prepare for and lead grade-level meetings to support teachers development in mobilizing parents/guardians, designing classroom procedures, communicating high expectations for behavior, and leveraging relevant data for the purpose of identifying and responding to achievement gaps
? Lead data meetings for grade-wide data-informed interventions and re-teach
? Facilitate smooth and efficient communication between administration and teachers
? Create and support a strong grade-wide culture that seeks to support all students
? Create and manage student rosters in cooperation with the admissions coordinator, counselors, and school administration
? Manage student databases in school curricula and programs
? Exemplify a high standard for excellence in your professional duties
String Theory Schools Instructional Technology Coach candidates...
? are passionate about creative arts and sciences
? are undaunted by urban challenges and dynamic change
? value multi-disciplinary collaboration
? know technology can transform learning experiences
? apply feedback and constructive criticism with grace
? understand that hard work and fun are not mutually exclusive
? accept responsibility for student growth
? not only think outside the box, but can find compelling reasons why the box isnt necessary
Benefits:
? Access to consistent coaching in instruction and technology integration
? Access to best-in-class technology resources and a physical framework designed with innovative learning in mind
? Excellent health benefits (for both you and your family), retirement benefits, and more!
Please visit our website at www.stringtheoryschools.org/join-our-team to learn about the application process.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Health insurance
The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts & Sciences seeks a full-time K-8
Instructional Technology Coach to join the team at our neighborhood campus located at 1197 Haworth St. At Arts & Sciences, students in grades K-8 engage in a unique educational program designed to grow the next generation of creative leaders, where students focus on the arts and sciences as major subjects alongside a technology-infused, standards-driven academic curriculum. Our teachers are creative, passionate, professional educators that believe every student has specific intelligences that must be nurtured. We believe that all students should have an equal opportunity to achieve their own innate potential.
Overview:
The Instructional Technology Coach is a critical lever in improving student achievement at the Philadelphia Charter School for the Arts and Sciences. The role of the coach is to build teacher capacity and their understanding of instructional technology, curriculum engines, and Apple technology as related to the mission and vision of String Theory Schools. An instructional technology coach is a learner who models continuous improvement, and lifelong learning, and goes above and beyond to ensure student success. All instructional coaches work collaboratively as a team with members of the administration and Academic Team.
Instructional coaches will promote reflection, provide guidance and structure where needed, and focus on strengths, collaboration, and common issues of concern. They are responsible for ensuring high-quality instruction in classrooms through modeling, co-planning, co-teaching, and providing feedback to teachers. The instructional coach will demonstrate and model a passion for urban education reform and leadership.
Qualifications:
? Bachelors or Advanced Degree in Education or Related Field
? Proven track record of instructional coaching and educational technology implementation & management
? Criminal history, child abuse and FBI clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI)
Goals:
GOAL 1: Set Vision and Direction - Instructional Coaches establish a clear vision that is aligned with our school learning goals and with his/her grade and content-specific learning and performance targets. The Instructional Technology
Coach takes outcomes-driven actions to maintain alignment with this vision, particularly as it relates to educational technology, and develops teachers to be similarly vision-driven.
GOAL 2: Organize, Plan, Execute - Instructional Coaches are able to organize, prioritize, track, and manage workflow and resources.
GOAL 3: Influence and Motivate Stakeholders- Instructional Coaches draw on an understanding of others to achieve desired outcomes and inspire action through shaping beliefs and behaviors. The coach becomes known as an authentic and clear communicator.
GOAL 4: Learn and Continuously Improve The Instructional Technology Coach strives to continuously develop and better themselves, their teams, and the school.
Duties:
? Become an expert in the kids, data, and norms of the grade bands and content
? Work directly with the administrative team to raise student achievement, measured by local benchmarks and state assessments
? Monitor and respond to content data to ensure the success of the mission
? Write informal teacher observations to improve teacher practice
? Regularly attend and actively participate in Grade Lead meetings to collaborate with colleagues regarding grade-specific and school-wide concerns in technology integration
? Prepare for and lead grade-level meetings to support teachers development in mobilizing parents/guardians, designing classroom procedures, communicating high expectations for behavior, and leveraging relevant data for the purpose of identifying and responding to achievement gaps
? Lead data meetings for grade-wide data-informed interventions and re-teach
? Facilitate smooth and efficient communication between administration and teachers
? Create and support a strong grade-wide culture that seeks to support all students
? Create and manage student rosters in cooperation with the admissions coordinator, counselors, and school administration
? Manage student databases in school curricula and programs
? Exemplify a high standard for excellence in your professional duties
String Theory Schools Instructional Technology Coach candidates...
? are passionate about creative arts and sciences
? are undaunted by urban challenges and dynamic change
? value multi-disciplinary collaboration
? know technology can transform learning experiences
? apply feedback and constructive criticism with grace
? understand that hard work and fun are not mutually exclusive
? accept responsibility for student growth
? not only think outside the box, but can find compelling reasons why the box isnt necessary
Benefits:
? Access to consistent coaching in instruction and technology integration
? Access to best-in-class technology resources and a physical framework designed with innovative learning in mind
? Excellent health benefits (for both you and your family), retirement benefits, and more!
Please visit our website at www.stringtheoryschools.org/join-our-team to learn about the application process.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Health insurance