Instructional Technology Coach

Position Type:

Technology/Instructional Technology

Date Posted:

5/9/2025

Location:

Central Office

Closing Date:

05/19/2025 Prairie-Hills Elementary School District 144

Job Description

POSITION: Instructional Technology Coach

REPORTS TO: Manager of Technology/Assistant Superintendent

BASIC PURPOSES: The Instructional Technology Coach (ITC) us responsible for supporting the professional growth and development of all teachers to facilitate learning and independent application of effective instructional technology practices. The ITC provides support through planning, modeling, co-teaching and training. ITC plans and conducts professional development based on assessed building developer and curriculum specialist.

Essential Duties

Assist teachers in using technology effectively for assessing student learning; differentiating instruction and providing rigorous, relevant and engaging learning experiences for all students.

Collaborates with instructional staff in regards to effective use of technology tools and resources to systematically collect and analyze pertinent data, interpret results and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning.

Coaches teachers in and models the use of online and blended learning, digital content and collaborative learning networks to to support and extend student learning as well as expand opportunities for online professional development for teachers and administrators.

Introduces teachers to new technology integration methods, materials and instructional strategies that have proven to increase student achievement

Participates in the school improvement process through goal setting and implementation as well as data analysis for instructional improvement.

Works collaboratively and communicates effectively with district-level instructional supervisors to evaluate, select and implement technology enhanced learning experiences addressing content standards and student technology standards.

Identifies technology integration competencies among instructional staff, in collaboration with school administrators and delivers appropriate coaching, training and resources to support the professional growth of individuals.

Evaluate result of professional learning programs to determine the effectiveness on deepening teacher content knowledge, improving teacher pedagogical skills and/or increasing student learning.

Model and promote digital citizenship by facilitating safe, healthy, legal and ethical use of digital information and technologies

Engages in continual learning to deepen content and pedagogical knowledge in technology integration and current and emerging technologies necessary to implement the ISTE Standards-S(students) and ISTE Standards-T(teachers)

Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities Other Duties

1. Regularly evaluates and reflects on professional practice and dispositions to improve and strengthen ability to effectively model and facilitate technology-enhanced learning experiences.

2. Supports the collaboration and communication among school and District staff through the management of electronic interaction venue, e.g. websites video-conferencing

3.Coordinates with school and technical support staff for the timely reorting of equipment needing repair or other support issues, as well as ensuring the smooth and successful deployment of new technologies to include troubleshooting basic software, hardware and connectivity problems common to digital learning environments.

4. Supports and contributes to the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of Educational Technology Plan at the school and District level.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required

Must posses a Bachelor's or Master's degree in teaching, with certified Illinois Teaching License

Prefer additional degree or or certificate in Computer Science related field

Must possess a minimum of three years of classroom teaching experience. Education certifications such as ISTE or Google preferred

Must have transportation to travel between buildings.

Must possess effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills, verbal and written

Must posses the ability to coach and train instructional staff

Must posses an in-depth knowledge of computer instructional applications and curriculum development

Strong sense of discretion and confidentiality required.

Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents and the public. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those tht must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must be able to physically able to lift up to 25 pounds. Instructionally Technology Coach will be rquired to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the immediate Supervisor or other appropriate administrators.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary will be regionally competitive and based upon experience

District offers excellent fringe benefits; including life, health, dental and vision

STARTING DATE

Upon Board Approval

Application Procedure

Applicants must apply online at and upload your letter of application with resume, Education: High School diploma or College Transcripts (Awarded Degree), and three (3) signed letters of recommendation. Internal applicants must complete transfer request at the same site. Questions should be directed to Human Resources, Administration Center, 3015 W. 163rd Street, Markham, IL 60428 Prairie-Hills Elementary District 144 conducts pre-employment drug tests and background checks.