Elementary School Educational Technology Coach

Position Title: Educational Technology Coach (Ed Tech) Division: Elementary School Supervisor: Director of Technology Position Summary The ES Ed Tech Coach collaborates with Director of Technology , other Ed Tech Coaches and Curriculum Coordinators to lead, support, and inspire the integration of technology into instructional practices across and within all divisions.

The coach is responsible for ensuring that technology is thoughtfully integrated into curriculum frameworks and instructional strategies, aligning with the school’s educational philosophy and school-wide initiatives. This role requires a deep understanding of instructional design, learning frameworks, and curriculum development, as well as an extensive knowledge of educational technology.

The Ed Tech coach works with faculty and instructional leaders to co-plan, co-teach, and co-reflect on learning experiences that leverage technology to enhance student learning and engagement. In order to meet Concordia schoolwide learning outcomes (SLOs) and grade level expectations, the teacher carries out the following broad and specific responsibilities across the following domains: Planning and Preparation, Classroom Management, Instruction, and Professional Responsibilities.

Concordia seeks educators who are familiar with and embrace MTSS and UDL, designing lessons that meet diverse learning needs and provide equitable opportunities for every student.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree, master’s degree in instructional technology preferred Teaching certification Advanced degree or specialization training that supports the teaching role, preferred. Experience A minimum of 5 years of successful classroom teaching experience is required. Working in an international school setting or an American-style education system Expertise in using technology in schools, preferably in a 1-to-1 or 2-to-1 program with Apple devices Significant and successful achievements in the intentional integration of technology to transform learning.

Successful experience with curriculum development and collaboration within a professional learning community Experience with inquiry-based, project/problem-based, and/or applied learning Working successfully with an ethnically diverse population Knowledge and experience preferred in blended, hybrid, or online instructional design Experience preferred with the design thinking process for fostering innovative mindsets Experience collaborating with educational leadership to design and implement instructional programs.

Knowledge in aligning technology integration with educational philosophies and curriculum goals. Commitment to teamwork and collaboration both within and across divisions, with a focus on aligning instructional practices with curriculum goals. Skills Understanding of curriculum design, instructional practices, and learning frameworks.

Demonstrates a passion for contemporary and emergent learning practices Demonstrates a passion for teacher and student success Committed to teamwork and collaboration both within and across divisions A highly skilled teacher, grounded in knowledge of current best practices related use of technology to personalize learning Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build collaborative relationships with faculty, instructional leaders, and support staff.

Exhibits leadership skills that enable school reform efforts Able to articulate a vision and manageable action steps to enable systematic change Effective communicator within a diverse community, both orally and in writing Emotionally intelligent, able to balance ambition with humility and effectively building relationships Respect for teachers as fellow professionals and lifelong learners Demonstrates a positive, optimistic, can-do attitude Ability to facilitate professional learning and model best practices in technology-enhanced instruction.

Able to quickly gain proficiency in required technology

• Apple iOS, Apple Mac OS, Microsoft and Teams, Canvas, Seesaw, Power. School, Microsoft Office) Proficient in using social media to enhance learning and building an online community Knowledge of digital citizenship, media literacy, and information literacy. Engaging and effective presenter Job Specific Expectations Lead and coordinate the implementation of a shared vision for the integration of technology and modern/emergent pedagogy in learning and teaching Collaborate with, advise, assist, and support teachers and administrators in integrating technology and innovative teaching practices to develop meaningful, relevant, and engaging classroom-based, blended, and online learning experiences for students. Lead and support the implementation of digital and web-based strategies and platforms. Collaborate with instructional teams to identify and plan learning experiences that leverage educational technology and innovative pedagogy Lead and support, in conjunction with the curriculum & instruction team, counselors, librarians , and teachers, the development and ongoing revision of a meaningful, relevant and articulated digital literacy (ICT, digital citizenship, media literacy, information literacy) curriculum Liaise with the Concordia Tech Hub team on technical issues Liaise with the student and parent community regarding issues in educational technology and learning Contribute to the development of IT, educational technology and professional development budget Assist in the development of yearly IT, educational technology and curricular plans Create digital resources to support teacher professional learning Curate and share exemplars of Concordia innovative practices Teacher Expectations As a school grounded in the Christian faith, we hire Christian teachers and administrators. Concordia seeks to hire candidates who are able to model Christ’s teachings through interpersonal skills, respectful relationships and problem solving, are interested in the complex questions of faith and spirituality, and are keen to learn and interact with others of different faith traditions. Establish collaborative relationships with all staff, students, and parents. Engage parents and students in meaningful discussions about student growth and achievement. Commit and contribute to the school community—play an active, positive, and supportive role in addressing the needs of the whole child and the ethos of Concordia beyond the classroom. This includes, but is not limited to: Leading extra-curricular activities (ECAs) during the school year Leading a student club Leading a service project Integrate the school curriculum with the school-wide learning outcomes (SLOs). Insightful Learners Effective Communicators Reflective Spiritual Beings Principle-Centered Leaders and Team Members Active Global Citizens Teach the curricula established by the school. Complete all aspects of the standard-based curriculum for the current teaching assignment. Select and use school-approved teaching strategies and classroom resources. Work collaboratively in refining curriculum. Set continuing professional growth goals and take advantage of opportunities for personal and professional development. Additional employment expectations: Promote a commonly held English learning vision for the school (i.e. “All teachers are language teachers.”) and contribute to the development of the P-12 ELL program. Assist subject teachers with development of their competencies with respect to the concept that “All teachers are language teachers.” Provide in-class language support for students alongside their subject teachers. Plan differentiated lessons according to student language levels for both targeted English language learning (i.e., pull-out) but also for learning in-class in the subject areas. Collaborate with ELL specialists and subject teachers over professional learning/development connected to school-wide goals, including leading professional development activities when required. Provide English learning support for all community members in assigned areas, including being a first point of contact for parents where required. Other duties as assigned.