*Instructional Technology Coach*
Frederick County Public Schools, VA is seeking an Instructional Technology Coach at James Wood Middle School.
We are located in the Shenandoah Valley, just 65 miles west of Washington, D.
C.
FCPS is one of the fastest growing counties in Virginia serving nearly 14,000 students with 12 elementary, four middle, three high schools and two learning centers.
Our on-time graduation rate is 93%.
FCPS offers comprehensive benefits that include tuition reimbursement, a new teacher mentor program and ongoing professional development.
Frederick County Public Schools is an innovative community where caring relationships and authentic learning inspire all students.
In keeping with our school division's strategic plan, Inspire 2025 - A Promise for Progress, we are in search of exceptional teachers who are compassionate, committed to continuous improvement, and who are inspired and inspire others.
For additional information about our award winning division visit us at*www.
frederickcountyschoolsva.
net.
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The Instructional Technology Coach (ITC) is responsible for working directly with teachers to provide professional learning experiences through coaching cycles that support pedagogical innovation through the effective integration of instructional technology.
Specific responsibilities include:
* Assist teachers in the planning process to encourage the use of technology effectively for formatively assessing student learning, differentiating delivery of instruction, and providing rigorous, relevant and engaging learning experiences for all students.
* Collaborate with instructional leadership to assess the professional learning needs of staff based on goals identified in relevant guiding documents (e.
g.
Division Strategic Plan and the Division Educational Technology Plan).
* Collaborate with instructional leadership to develop, deliver and evaluate instructional technology professional learning experiences to individuals, small groups, or large groups of staff during the school day and/or beyond regular school hours.
* Communicate regularly with the Supervisor of ITCs and other appropriate personnel to identify needs, address concerns, and reflect on activities related to individual, school and district progress.
* Facilitate, with other staff, the collaborative evaluation of software and applications to determine appropriate curriculum relevance and make recommendations regarding implementation.
* Attend scheduled ITC, department, and other relevant meetings in order to share information, express concerns and contribute to the work toward successful completion of goals outlined in the aforementioned guiding documents.
* Engage in continual personal goal setting and extension activities.
This includes but is not limited to regular and active participation in a professional learning network that supports growth in content, pedagogy and technology skills, abilities, and dispositions that are forward thinking and innovatively challenge conventional thinking.
The qualified candidate will:
* Hold, or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license and have successfully completed a minimum of three years full-time teaching in a K-12 school classroom setting.
* Demonstrate depth of knowledge and effective integration of instructional technology.
* Display effective oral, written, digital literacy and electronic media communication skills.
* Exhibit an understanding of the peer coaching relationships and the instructional coaching cycle.
* Possess exemplary interpersonal skills for working effectively with teachers, administrators, staff and students.
The salary range is $50,500-$92,728.
10 (salary scale 23-24).
This position is effective immediately and is based on a 202 day contract.
Equal Opportunity Employer
*Interested candidates need to submit a formal application online through our Online Job Portal* *at *www.
frederickcountyschoolsva.
net *in order to be considered for a position.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,500.
00 - $92,728.
10 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person