Instructional Technology Coach

Instructional Technology Coach

High School - Orange, CA 92867

Overview

Level: Experienced Position Type: Full-time/ 12 months Job Shift: Day Education Level: Graduate Degree Travel Percentage: None Category: Education

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Instructional Technology Coach (IT Coach) supports teachers in the effective use of instructional technology in both on-campus and online classrooms. Working in collaboration with academic leadership, the IT Coach assists with the integration of instructional technology and emerging tools, including artificial intelligence, to enhance student learning and engagement in alignment with the school's mission and instructional goals. The IT Coach provides guidance, resources, and day-to-day support to faculty and staff in the use of the school's learning management system (LMS) and other instructional technologies. This role supports teachers in developing and updating online course materials and in integrating technology into the existing curriculum. The IT Coach also assists with troubleshooting, responds to faculty questions, and provides training to promote confident and effective use of instructional tools.

Reports to: Dean of Online Learning

Supervises: None

Essential Duties

Online Learning & Curriculum Support

• Collaborate with the Dean of Online Learning to support the design and development of online courses.
• Assist leadership and faculty in enhancing the overall quality, rigor, and engagement of online curriculum.
• Work with Department Chairs to support alignment and consistency across courses in content, outcomes, and assessment.
• Support the ongoing review and updating of online courses to keep content current and effective.
• Assist leadership and faculty in the implementation of asynchronous and blended learning models that reflect best practices.
• Collaborate with the Dean of Online Learning and teachers to design engaging, student-centered learning experiences in an asynchronous, online modality.

Instructional Technology Support

• Work with academic leadership to support the integration of instructional technology across the school.
• Research and share instructional technology tools and resources that may support teaching and learning.
• Provide support for the effective use of the Learning Management System (LMS) and other instructional technologies.
• Provide guidance and support to faculty in integrating technology into their courses, including the thoughtful and appropriate use of artificial intelligence.
• Assist in the delivery of professional development sessions, workshops, and individual support on the use of instructional technology.
• Support academic leadership in the development and implementation of school guidelines for AI use in alignment with school values.
• Assist in the gathering of feedback from faculty and students on instructional technology use.
• Participate in ongoing conversations regarding the effective use of instructional technology.

Additional Duties

• Represent the mission, vision, values, and educational philosophy within the community and to all stakeholders.
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications and competencies listed below represent the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education

Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree in Education or Educational Technology a plus

Experience

• Teaching experience, preferably at the high school level.
• Experience in instructional design, online learning, and/or instructional technology tools
• Familiarity with AI tools and their application in education.
• Ability to work collaboratively and support a wide range of faculty needs.

Licenses, Certificates, and Clearances

• Cleared Background/Fingerprint check
• Valid CPR and First Aid certifications
• Cleared TB assessment
• Completion of Ministry Safe Training

Key Competencies

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the design, integration, implementation, and management of a school, including curriculum, instructional practices, school operations, management, and leadership development
• Knowledge of school curriculum and current research in various content areas
• Knowledge about the ministry and purpose of Lutheran education

Skills and Abilities

• Proven listening and interpersonal skills
• A lifelong learner who models intellectual curiosity, self-reflection, and stewardship of talents
• Proven verbal and written communication skills
• Effective presentation skills

Personal Characteristics

• Passion for innovation in teaching and learning
• Exhibits the highest level of Christian integrity - his/her life reflects Christ-like morals, behavior, attitude, and leadership
• Ability to articulate their Christian faith and to integrate prayer and the Christian belief system into leadership
• An active member of a Christian church; Missouri Synod preferred
• Supports the Mission and Statement of Faith for Orange Lutheran High School

Physical Requirements

• This position involves sedentary work; sitting is performed most of the time
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Must bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, squat, kneel, jump, twist
• Specific vision abilities include near and far vision within the normal range, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus; prolonged viewing of a computer screen

Work Environment

• The typical work environment is a climate-controlled office
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate