How Can an Instructional Coach Provide Leadership and Direction to a School District?

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick discuss the many hats that a Tech Coach wears during the day. It’s always important to remember that as a Tech Coach you represent not just the teaching staff, but the administrative direction of district policy as well. In this episode, we discuss: What do you do when your teachers … don’t get it What if you say the wrong thing in the heat of the moment? How do you recover from an unprofessional comment? What do you do if you accidentally invent a new function or feature? How can a tech coach provide direction when they aren’t in any type of power position? Becoming a leader in the faculty room More than just a teacher Providing help whenever/wherever needed Highlighting faculty accomplishments/showcasing their work Becoming a leader in the administration The voice of the classroom The voice of the students The voice of the daily activities around the campus Being an innovative mind Liaison between faculty and administration The go-between the classroom and central office Becoming a leader in the community Community training Board of Education Presentations Parent Nights/Information sessions Becoming a leader for the curriculum You are an advocate for how to push the curriculum not just now to use a computer Staying abreast on current trends/pedagogy Becoming a leader for the rest of the world Everything is driven by state and ISTE standards   Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable...