What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Technology Coach (Anticipated Vacancy 2025-2026) position at Paulding County Schools?
Thank you for your interest in our Instructional Technology Coach position
Job Summary:
The Instructional Technology Coach is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the Director of Instructional Technology, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.
All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.
Position Title:
Instructional Technology Coach
FLSA:
Exempt
Department:
Technology Division
Job Status
Full Time
Reports To:
Director Instructional Technology
Grade/Level:
Certified
Effective Date:
7/1/2023
Job Code:
Work Schedule:
190 days per year/8 hour per day
Salary Schedule:
State Based Plus Local Supplement
Working Conditions:
Classroom and Office Environment
- Constant Interruptions
Physical Demands:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information
- Seeing to read a variety of materials
- Sitting for extended periods of time
- Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials
Qualifications:
Must hold or be eligible for a Georgia Level 5 certification or higher (Instructional Technology, preferred)
- Experience and knowledge with Information Technology and K-12 educational applications, digital platforms, and technologies
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage changing priorities
- Proven ability to be flexible and work well, both independently and as part of a team
Knowledge & Duties:
Provides strategies, training, coaching, and support for integrating technologies and technology standards for instructional delivery models and curricular resources for K-12 education.
- Supports and informs the delivery of instruction to create a rigorous, relevant, and engaging instructional program through targeted support and implementation of innovative technological solutions focused on high levels of student achievement.
- Models learning skills, methodologies, and digital classroom tools in support of the Georgia Performance Standards and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards.
- Assists in the implementation of district and local school technology initiatives through evaluation, recommendation and selection, testing, training, modeling, coaching and support.
- Collaborates on the school and district levels to implement a comprehensive technology plan, analyzes data, and recommends next steps to improve student outcomes.
- Develops, coordinates, and/or delivers professional development utilizing district approved applications and tools to support school and district needs.
- Assists schools in utilizing student technology abilities data to improve instruction and increase proficiency.
- Maintains an active awareness of emerging trends and participates in professional development and research related to instructional technology.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee.
Essential Personal Characteristics:
Adheres to legal statutes, organizational rules, and community standards
- Maintains successful working relationships with co-workers
- Functions as a team worker
- Manifests emotional stability and maturity in all phases of job performance
- Gets along positively with staff, supervisors, and visitors
- Treats confidential information and sensitive situations with discretion and avoids gossip
- Meets obligations with punctuality and maintains regular attendance
- Works without constant direction
- Communicates effectively both orally and in writing
- Seeks to improve skills and knowledge
- Uses time efficiently
- Maintains effective physical setting for optimum job performance
- Presents a professional image when representing Paulding County Schools through word, action and dress
Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.
- It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.
- Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
- The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.
