tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3097734353393788074.post9071648306266402268..comments2016-03-07T11:02:42.916-08:00Comments on Class Transitions with Mrs. Diver: A Passion for Teaching and Learning (and Coaching?)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13329709036816906339noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3097734353393788074.post-72465324382511205992013-12-02T13:19:08.484-08:002013-12-02T13:19:08.484-08:00I agree with Tim - you will miss the students if y...I agree with Tim - you will miss the students if you leave...but you have to realize that you are helping them in a different way. I have a different opinion on the part time teacher/part time tech coach though - I don't think if you split your time you will do your best at either position. Being a tech coach will take up all of your time - believe me...it will take up your time! If you add teaching 2-3 classes to that I don't think you will have the time or energy to really give your students your best. <br /><br />I think in this case you can't have your cake and eat it too - you have to pick the cake you want the most and go with it 100%. RyanArcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02133738680086500703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3097734353393788074.post-60826551366097290362013-12-01T10:04:01.532-08:002013-12-01T10:04:01.532-08:00Thanks Jen and Tim for your comments. The position...Thanks Jen and Tim for your comments. The position was flown as a full time Instructional Coach. There are 2 jobs available in the district. This is an entirely newly created position, so being a ground floor opportunity has the advantage of flexibility and possibility rather than being set in stone or tradition. I have to come up with a proposal that is irresistible to the admin who control the schedule and pursestrings. Then I have to NEGOTIATE like heck to get my way. I was hoping that some of my PLN people would weigh in and help me figure out a schedule.<br /><br />I am reluctant to accept a full time exit from the classroom (assuming I even get an interview). I really love what I do when working with students.There are workable models for what I want to do as a classroom teacher/tech coach. Most of the people who I respect who have recently left the classroom full time say they really MISS the students. I am not ready to miss the kids in that way yet.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13329709036816906339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3097734353393788074.post-74941284088267659602013-12-01T09:14:33.638-08:002013-12-01T09:14:33.638-08:00Hi, I recently made a similar change from a social...Hi, I recently made a similar change from a social studies teacher to a technology coach. I struggled with many of the same thoughts that you are having now when making the change. I am only three months into this so I still have a lot to learn, however I can guarantee that you will miss students if you take on the tech coaching job full time. I know that I do. Your thoughts on staying in the classroom part time and being a tech coach the other time seems like an intriguing idea. This would allow you to keep your teacher voice and open up your classroom to promote successes and failures. That will also give you credibility with others in your district as a tech coach. Good luck with your decision! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08252826411319528111noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3097734353393788074.post-61110668925514375542013-12-01T08:26:23.659-08:002013-12-01T08:26:23.659-08:00Hi -
Since I have done both jobs -- I thought I w...Hi - <br />Since I have done both jobs -- I thought I would weigh in here with a few thoughts.<br />Quick back story - I have been a tech coordinator since 2002 and just returned to the "classroom/computer lab" this year.<br /><br />So, in answer to your question:<br />Can I be effective as a teacher and as a technology teacher leader? <br />Yes, but but it is hard to do both at the same time.<br /><br />I am unsure of what your situation on your campus is -- but I have more leverage now, as the tech teacher introducing students to opportunities that they then take back into their classroom and then onto future classrooms....than I did as the "tech coordinator." Teachers can dismiss your ideas, give many excuses, feign interest but not change --- where students (for the most part) are eager to learn, to try new ideas, and to explore.<br />Your voice will change if you take this new position -- and that is NOT a bad thing -- but it is something to be aware of. You will again need to earn the right to be heard and if your district/school does not support your position with an expectation that teachers will take your ideas to use....then you will be working very hard for few rewards.<br />I need to admit, I do miss working with teachers.....but the influence, learning, and opportunities that I have with students --- that ripple out far more than I ever could is something I could never replace.<br />There are pros and cons to both -- and I am sure you will look hard at your own school campus to see where YOU best will fit in.<br />But I will tell you, you will miss the kids....so if you do take this position, you still must make time to be involved with students. <br />Just my thoughts<br />JenUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12969315575702567545noreply@blogger.com