The Power of Communication and Collaboration for Tech Coaches

Published: Dec. 11, 2018, 2:10 a.m.

b"In this episode of \\u201cAsk the Tech Coach,\\u201d Jeff and Nick welcome members of the Tech Coach Mastermind to discuss why it's important for Coaches to have a solid support system with other Coaches.
In this episode, we discuss:

* Reflections and reactions from Mastermind Cohort 1

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* Defining and Redefining the Tech Coach Position




What does a Tech Coach do?

A leader
A Guide
Someone who supports learning


What is a Tech Coach responsible for?
What are the \\u201cnon-job description things\\u201d that a tech coach does?




* The Struggles of Coaching both Teachers and Admins




You are neither a teacher nor an administrator
You have tons of responsibility but no real authority
Your job is to put out fires and filter the nonsense to get the job done




* Finding your Place in the School District




Tips for first-year Tech Coaches that will help get to year two




* The Importance of Connecting with Others




Share what you know.

Find ways to better support your students
Find ways to better support your teachers
Find ways to better meet district goals/initiatives


Get challenged

Enhance your craft


Gather resources
Brainstorm / collaborate on ideas




* What is a Mastermind Program?




Like-minded individuals with a common goal/purpose
The Mastermind as a \\u201csupport system\\u201d




* Why Join the Tech Coach Mastermind




Collaborate with like-minded educators around the world
Share your knowledge and gain valuable feedback
Open dialogue \\u2013 judgment-free and confidential
Challenge each other to create, implement, and achieve goals.
Lean on others in similar roles for support






* Reflections from Cohort 1


* Join us for Cohort 2 in January 2019
* On the Next Episode


December 17: Keeping organized when you aren\\u2019t busy during the holiday season.

5 things Tech Coaches should be doing when they find they have downtime.





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