Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Sarah Kiefer, creator of Tech You Can Do and Barbara Scully from ConnectFCSed on the podcast to discuss how Instructional Coaches can best support their school districts, teachers, and students when they transition back into the classroom. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Big News of the Week FETC Conference: January 23-26 https://www.fetc.org/ Productivity Tips for Instructional Coaches Workshop on Friday, January 26 | Location: S331B, Orange County Convention Center Question of the Week Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section. Should transitioning from a Coaching role into a Teacher role be considered a “step backward”? Weekly Topic The challenges and benefits of transitioning from a coaching role to a teaching role Strategies for adjusting to the classroom environment after being a coach Leveraging coaching experience to enhance teaching practice Reflecting on how coaching experience can inform instructional decisions in the classroom Building relationships with students as a teacher after being an instructional coach Supporting colleagues as an instructional coach while also being a classroom teacher Strategies for staying connected to the coaching community while teaching in the classroom 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 Tech 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 Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relate to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] Contact the Podcast! TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Amazon Music Follow our Podcast on Social Media The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | @TeacherCast Ask the Tech Coach Podcast | @AsktheTechCoach Follow our Hosts Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Join our PLN Are you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by commenting on iTunes today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. The Teach Better Podcast Network The Teach Better Podcast Network is dedicated to supporting the entire school ecosystem through in-depth conversations around topics you care about. Covering a variety of areas in education, each podcast aims to support educators in the field toward creating and maintaining a progressive, student-focused classroom. Check out the recent episodes, subscribe, and learn more about the variety of shows! Let’s Work Together Host: Jeff Bradbury @TeacherCast | @JeffBradbury Email: info@teachercast.net Voice Mail: http://www.TeacherCast.net/voicemail YouTube: http://www.TeacherCast.net/YouTube iTunes: http://www.TeacherCast.net/iTunes Check Out Additional TeacherCast Programming TeacherCast Podcast (http://www.teachercast.net/tcp) Educational Podcasting Today (http://www.educationalpodcasting.today) The Jeff Bradbury Show (http://www.BuildYourEDUBrand.com) Need a Presenter? Jeff Bradbury (@TeacherCast) is available as a Keynote Speaker, Presenter, or to Broadcast your conference LIVE! [convertkit form=3439915] For More Information: https://www.AskTheTechCoach.com