Instructional Coaching with Ms. B
210 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 67 ratingsWelcome to Instructional Coaching with Ms. B, where we believe that every teacher deserves a coach, and every coach does too!
I’m Chrissy Beltran, an elementary teacher who became a coach and I had to create my own coaching program that worked. Now I teach coaches how to design their coaching programs, build a school-wide action plan, and use differentiated strategies to support teachers. Plus, I’ve got a special spot in my heart for literacy coaches!
This podcast will cover instructional coaching strategies including modeling, co-teaching, and observations, coaching cycles, and more! We'll also talk about how to coach resistant teachers, how to establish yourself as a coach and define your role, set goals, manage your time, facilitate PLCs, and more! We chat with instructional coaches, principals, school leaders, and researchers!
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184. Rigor by Design, Not by Chance with Dr. Karin Hess
April 15, 2024 08:00 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MBGet ready for an incredible interview with the fantastic Dr. Karin Hess! She joins me to talk about her book, Rigor by Design, Not Chance. You’ll hear directly from her about cognitive rigor and how coaches can help teachers plan for instruction. During the episode, we discuss some common misconceptions around rigor and Depth of Knowledge (DOK), how to use the Hess Cognitive Rigor Matrix, the actionable assessment cycle, and the 5 teacher moves that foster deep thinking. Some of the other to...
183. Creating Inclusive Spaces to Support Resiliency with Nita Creekmore
April 08, 2024 08:00 - 34 minutes - 47 MBHow can instructional coaches help create inclusive spaces to support teacher resiliency? In this episode, I’m chatting with Nita Creekmore of Love Teach Bless about fostering inclusive environments where teachers feel like they belong and flourish. We talk about what resiliency means and how inclusive spaces support teacher resilience. Nita shares what an inclusive space looks like on campus, how to tell when we’ve created it, and ways coaches can help foster these environments through our ...
182. Building Teacher Morale When Systemic Changes Are Needed with Suzanne Dailey
April 01, 2024 08:00 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBChanges in education over the last few years have affected teacher morale. The good news is there are ways instructional coaches can help! In this episode, Suzanne Dailey from Teach Happier joins me to discuss building teacher morale when systemic changes are needed. We talk about teacher morale issues, positive psychology, and how small shifts can lead to big changes. You’ll learn about building relationships and what coaches can do to support teacher morale in meaningful ways. Listen now t...
181. Instructional Coaching for Engagement with Gretchen Bridgers
March 25, 2024 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBIf we want students engaged in the classroom, instruction needs to have purpose and meaning. In this episode, Gretchen Bridgers from Always A Lesson joins me to chat about instructional coaching for engagement. We talk about how instructional coaches can support teachers around student engagement. Gretchen gives us ideas for how to help teachers plan intentionally for engagement and explores what that can look like in the classroom. She discusses her new book and explains her 4-part sequence...
180. Differentiation as a Support for Engagement with Dr. Shaime Cortes
March 18, 2024 08:00 - 34 minutes - 52.8 MBWe can get students more engaged in the classroom if we customize their learning experiences. In this episode, Dr. Shaime Cortes joins me to discuss using differentiation as a support for engagement. We talk about the connection between differentiation and engagement. Dr. Cortes describes the benefits of differentiating instruction and provides examples of what differentiation can look like in the classroom. She shares ways to support teachers with differentiation and explains how to identif...
179. 5 High-Impact Engagement Strategies Your Teachers Will Love
March 11, 2024 16:52 - 19 minutes - 27.4 MBIn this episode, I share 5 high-impact engagement strategies your teachers will love! These fun and easy strategies promote cognitive engagement and get students involved in their learning. I explain each one and give some examples too. Cognitive engagement is so important for our students' long-term success. Listen now to hear all about the 5 high-impact engagement strategies your students and teachers will love! -Chrissy Beltran Buzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/...
178. Coaching Observations: What Do You Look For?
March 04, 2024 09:00 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBSo, you made it through the door. Now what? In this episode, we’re talking about coaching observations and what to look for while you’re in classrooms! You’ll hear why it’s helpful to focus on one specific student-centered goal during classroom visits. I break down the three main categories to look for during teacher observations: classroom management, student engagement, and instruction. I also explain what data I record during classroom observations and how I track what I see to ensure a p...
177. Providing Clear and Concise Feedback to Teachers with Alissa Crabtree
February 27, 2024 00:08 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MBProviding clear and concise feedback to teachers during coaching cycles is so important! But a big challenge for many instructional coaches is actually getting to the conversation. On this episode, Alissa Crabtree from Crabtree Coaching Collaborative joins me to discuss providing teacher feedback. We talk about how to schedule these reflective conversations, what they can look like on campus, and some common mistakes coaches make when giving feedback to teachers. Plus learn how coaches can h...
176. Kickstart Your Coaching Cycles with Allison Petersen
February 19, 2024 13:54 - 50 minutes - 69.5 MBIn this episode, we’re talking about kickstarting your coaching cycles with Allison Petersen from #NewToCoaching. During the conversation, we discuss using instructional coaching cycles to support teachers' individual needs. Using real-life examples, Allison shares ideas for initiating coaching cycles organically, building relationships with teachers, and prioritizing coaching cycles in your schedule. She also gives tips for finding teachers who want your support, ways to get teachers excite...
175. Fine-Tuning Instructional Coaching Cycles with Jim Knight
February 12, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBAre you looking for ideas to help improve your instructional coaching cycles? In this episode, Jim Knight, Founder of Instructional Coaching Group, joins me to discuss fine-tuning your instructional coaching cycles! During the show, we talk about setting goals, collaborative conversations, and prioritizing student learning. Jim also discusses honoring teachers as professionals and ways to partner with them for more effective coaching cycles. Some other topics we explore are the seven success...
174. Introduction to Mini Instructional Coaching Cycles
February 05, 2024 09:00 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MBWelcome to Season 5!!! Our theme this month is “Coaching Cycles - Make Them Happen!”. I’m excited to kick off this series with an introduction to mini instructional coaching cycles. During the show, I explain the steps in a mini coaching cycle and give you some real-life examples too! I also share tips for how to build relationships with teachers and initiate these mini coaching cycles. If you’re nervous about starting longer coaching cycles or it’s been a struggle to fit them into your sche...
173. Common Assessments - How to Make Them and Use Them
November 27, 2023 15:07 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBWe’re wrapping up season 4 with a special episode all about creating, planning, and implementing common assessments. I share my experiences working with teacher teams on common assessments. Plus, I give you my process for creating common assessments aligned to state standards and ideas for how you can use the data to inform teaching. You’ll learn about analyzing data with teams, authentically preparing students for state tests, identifying power standards, creating small groups to differenti...
172. Data & Assessments: A Coaching Call with Stacy Amsden
November 20, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 64.5 MBI really love coaching call episodes! You get to hear about some of the real challenges coaches in the field are facing on campus and get some helpful tips. This episode I’m joined by Stacy Amsden, a second-year instructional coach. During the call, we problem solve some issues she’s having at her school around data and assessments. Stacy and I talk about how she can support her teachers with these challenges through PLCs. On the call, we work through ideas for getting started with data PL...
171. Formative Assessment as Data with Steve Ventura
November 13, 2023 14:35 - 58 minutes - 80.6 MBFormative assessments are an important part of the teaching and learning cycle. In this episode, Steve Ventura, President of Advanced Collaborative Solutions, joins me as we dig into formative assessments and data. Steve explains the difference between formative, summative, and interim assessments. He talks about the power of short-cycle formative assessments, provides tips for designing assessments, and shares practical ideas for implementation. From aligning assessment items with learning...
170. Meaningful Use of Data for Data-Driven Instruction with Jessica Zimmerman
November 06, 2023 18:36 - 55 minutes - 75.6 MBAre your data meetings all talk and no action? Join me as I chat with Jessica Zimmerman about how we can use the data we’re collecting to guide instruction and meet the individual needs of our students. During this episode, we explore different types of data, the benefits of analyzing multiple forms of data including student work, and the characteristics of an effective data meeting. You’ll learn about the benefits of using pre-assessment data and the importance of building in planning time ...
169. Coaching Cycles: A Coaching Call with Erica Denkenberger
October 30, 2023 08:00 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBHow can instructional coaches get teachers to engage in coaching cycles? In this coaching call episode, I sit down with academic coach Erica Denkenberger to problem-solve some challenges she's facing implementing coaching cycles at her school. We talk about getting buy-in from teachers, tips for reducing resistance to new programs, and ways to get started with coaching cycles. You’ll get ideas for having difficult conversations with teachers and how to turn different strategies into coaching...
168. Coaching Cycles: Your Questions Answered!
October 23, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBDo you have questions about coaching cycles? Well, I've got answers! In this episode, I answer 7 questions from instructional coaches about how to make coaching cycles work! Some of the key challenges I address include introducing coaching cycles, working with resistant teachers, and following up with busy teachers. I share tips for using colleague visits to shift perspectives and give you ideas for how to end coaching cycles. You'll learn about supporting teachers who have meltdowns and wha...
167. 5 Options for Classroom Work in a Coaching Cycle
October 17, 2023 14:22 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MBCoaching cycles don’t need to be complicated! Sometimes instructional coaches get caught up in this idea that coaching cycles have to be done in a certain way or follow a specific formula, but that’s not the case. What we really need to do is differentiate learning and find ways to make the coaching cycle work for all our teachers. In this episode, I talk about 3 different parts of a coaching cycle. I give you 5 options for classroom work and what they can look like in the classroom. Don’t m...
166. Working Towards Goals Through Coaching Cycles with Sherry St. Clair
October 09, 2023 15:14 - 39 minutes - 54.8 MBWondering how to help teachers achieve their goals during coaching cycles? In this episode, Sherry St. Clair, President of Reflect to Learn, joins me to dive into this important topic. During our conversation, we talk about setting small, focused S.M.A.R.T. goals and how to keep those goals at the center of coaching cycles to maximize impact. Listen in as we discuss differentiating goals and how to align school-wide goals with teacher's goals. You’ll get tips for having honest conversations ...
165. Coaching with Fewer Meetings: Texts, Video
October 02, 2023 14:46 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MBTeachers are really busy, but that can’t stop us from coaching them! What if we could offer coaching cycles without the need for so many face-to-face meetings? In this episode, I’m sharing ideas for coaching with fewer meetings. I talk about ways instructional coaches can use technology to build relationships and collaborate with teachers. I also give you some of my favorite tips for maximizing your time in the classroom with teachers when you model or co-teach. You’ll learn about using a co...
164. Better PLCs: A Coaching Call with Alyssa Tyra
September 25, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 52.4 MBWant better PLCs? Well, you’re in for a treat! In this special coaching call episode, I’m talking with Alyssa Tyra about how to implement professional learning communities (PLCs). Alyssa is a first-year middle school instructional coach trying to move her PLCs from just learning information and dissecting standards into something more meaningful. During the episode, we troubleshoot some of the challenges she’s facing and discuss what coaches can do to create purposeful PLCs even when it hasn...
163. Writing Curriculum Together with Linsday Lyons
September 18, 2023 15:51 - 46 minutes - 63.2 MBHave you ever found yourself struggling to get teachers on board with collaborative planning? Do you want to improve your curriculum writing process with your PLCs? If you said yes, this episode is for you! Today educational justice coach, Lindsay Lyons joins me to talk about writing curriculum together. In this episode we discuss leveraging PLCs for curriculum development, the challenges coaches face when planning curriculum with a team, and the different roles instructional coaches take ...
162. Building PLCs Through Open Classrooms
September 11, 2023 21:56 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBIf you want to create change across a school, you've got to get teachers together to see teaching in action. In this episode, we’re talking about building PLCs through open classrooms. You'll learn the benefits of instructional rounds and how they help build a community of learners. I share a step-by-step process instructional coaches can follow for implementing instructional rounds. I take you through the process, from ghost walkthroughs to classroom visits. You learn about picking an area ...
161. Setting Up PLCs for Success When You're Just Getting Started with Casey Watts
September 05, 2023 17:21 - 52 minutes - 72.3 MBWelcome to this podcast about setting up PLCs for success when you're just getting started. Our guest today is Casey from Casey Watts Coaching & Consulting, LLC. During the epsiode Casey shares ideas for initiating PLCs when they're not in place, and she gives us tips for improving learning communities already established on campus. We discuss the components of effective PLCs, strategies for involving teachers in the process, developing a shared vision and language, and common challenges coa...
160. Implementing New Learning: A Coaching Call with Ryan Monceaux
August 28, 2023 21:30 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MBHow do you get teachers to embrace new learning? On this coaching call episode, I talk to social studies specialist Ryan Monceaux, about implementing new learning in schools. During the call, he shares some of his challenges around this topic, and we brainstorm ideas he can try on campus. We discuss designing protocols for data meetings, handling excuses about data, and addressing the sense of punishment around data that some teachers feel. I share ideas to encourage teachers to use the new ...
159. Making School-Wide Shifts in Instruction
August 21, 2023 08:00 - 24 minutes - 33 MBListen to this episode for everything you need to know about making school-wide shifts in instruction. During the show, I talk about the reasons teachers resist change and don’t try new things in their classrooms. I share four ideas instructional coaches can try to help teachers get on board with new learning. Plus, I explain how to leverage PLCs too. This is a must-listen episode. Tune in now! -Chrissy Beltran Buzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb...
158. Developing Teacher Leaders to Support School Change with Melnequa Holloway
August 14, 2023 17:41 - 40 minutes - 56.2 MBIf you want to create a collaborative culture where teachers learn from each other, invest in your teacher leaders. In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of developing teacher leaders to support school change. Our guest, Melnequa Holloway, joins me to discuss what it means to be a true teacher leader. We talk about the characteristics of exceptional teacher leaders, what they do on campus, and how to prepare teacher leaders for success. In this episode, you'll learn about how teacher ...
157. Building a Coaching Culture When Your Admin Isn’t Supportive with Dr. Delia Racines
August 07, 2023 08:00 - 56 minutes - 78 MBAs instructional coaches, one of our goals is to develop a strong coaching culture. Unfortunately, in many schools, administrators undermine or completely sabotage this mission. So how do you create a coaching culture when your administration doesn’t support you? In this episode, Dr. Delia Racines, owner of From Insight to Equity, joins me to help answer this important question. We explore what a positive coaching culture looks like and how you can create one at your school. Dr. Racines and ...
156. Building Your Coaching Program: A Coaching Call with Amy Mather
July 31, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 56.7 MBBuilding a coaching program at a school that’s never had one before is difficult, especially if you’re a brand-new coach. It's hard to envision what the role could look like and what you need to do to get everything set up. In this coaching call episode, I’m talking to special education inclusion coach, Amy Mather about establishing her coaching program. We talk about some of the challenges she’s facing in her first year of coaching and come up with a few solutions she can try this upcoming ...
155. Organization for Instructional Coaching with Jessica Whittaker
July 31, 2023 05:46 - 50 minutes - 69.9 MBCoach, are you looking for ways to get more organized? Join me as I sit down with Jessica Whittaker from My Teacher Style to talk about organization for instructional coaching. In this episode, Jessica shares how she organizes herself for different aspects of her coaching work. We talk about how she arranged her office, the scheduling tools she uses, and tips for tracking coaching cycle data. Tune in to learn how she schedules planning time and what she does during that time. Find out what s...
154. Instructional Coaching Schedules
July 17, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 94.4 MBInstructional coaching schedules are one of those things that look different for every coach. In this episode, we're talking to a panel of three coaches about how they schedule their time. I also share what my coaching schedule looked like when I was on a campus and explain what I did each week. My guests for this episode are David White, Michelle Ruhe, and Lindsay Kasperbaur. I chose these coaches with different specializations so we could get a picture of what coaches do and what their s...
153. Defining Roles Within Student-Focused Coaching with Dr. Jan Hasbrouck
July 10, 2023 21:28 - 52 minutes - 72.3 MBWhat are the different roles coaches serve within student-focused coaching? Join me as I talk to Dr. Jan Hasbrouck about this important topic. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of student-centered coaching and discuss this unique approach to supporting educators and students. Discover how this collaborative problem-solving model sets itself apart and the three roles that coaches serve in student-focused coaching. You’ll learn the biggest mistakes that coaches make and wh...
152. Building Your Instructional Coaching Program
July 04, 2023 03:39 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBHow can you set up a strong foundation for your coaching work? In this episode, I share my favorite tips for building a coaching program. We talk about reviewing data and combining it with input from teachers to set goals. I explain how to create a coaching menu of support. You’ll get tips for defining your coaching role, building relationships, coaching resistant teachers, and more. This episode has lots of information for new and seasoned teachers alike. Listen now to learn all about buil...
151. Adjusting to Being Out of the Classroom
June 27, 2023 00:20 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MBTransitioning from a teacher to an instructional coach is a huge change. In this episode, I share the story of my first day as a new coach and what it was like to change positions. I explain the benefits of becoming an instructional coach and some common challenges. Get tips for defining your coaching role and find out how to use the big 3 to plan your time on campus. You’ll get my best tips for coaching and adjusting to being out of the classroom. Listen now to learn more! -Chrissy Beltra...
150. Coaching ESL, ELL, or ESOL with Risa Woods
June 19, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MBThis week Risa Woods is joining me on the podcast to talk about coaching ESL, ELL, or ESOL. During the episode, we discuss all things coaching and teaching English language learners. Risa tells us about her coaching work and why what she does is special. She explains some of the unique challenges she faces and the importance of an asset-based mindset. We discuss the language development processes, supporting general education teachers working with ELLs, and building relationships with famili...
149. Coaching Early Childhood with Michelle Gonzalez
June 13, 2023 02:14 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MBTeaching early childhood education requires a special skill set and so does coaching it. That’s why I invited Michelle Gonzalez on the show to talk about coaching early childhood. Michelle’s an early childhood special education instructional coach with a specialty in dual language. In this episode, she tells us what it’s like coaching early childhood and shares some common challenges. We discuss supporting early childhood students and providing professional development for teachers. Michelle...
148. Tips from a Traveling Special Education Coach with Crista Smith
June 05, 2023 08:00 - 54 minutes - 75 MBWondering what it’s like to be a specialized coach? In this episode, Crista Smith joins me to talk about her experiences as a traveling special ed coach. She shares tips for coaching teachers in multiple schools and districts. During the episode, Crista emphasizes the importance of building relationships with teachers, being intentional with her time, and prioritizing important conversations. We discuss what her week looks like and how she manages her schedule. She shares the tools she use...
147. Evaluating Coaching Work: A Coaching Call with Dianne Farlett
May 29, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBHow do you know if your coaching work is making an impact? You evaluate it! In this coaching call episode, I sit down with reading coach Diane Farlett to discuss strategies for evaluating coaching work. We talk about going on a school-wide learning walk to collect data and set goals. You'll get ideas for collecting teacher feedback, using peer observations, and offering a coaching menu when following up with teachers. This episode is full of actionable ideas to help you evaluate your coachin...
146. 6 Things Instructional Coaches Should Do to Close the Year
May 22, 2023 23:23 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MBThe end of the year is a busy time for coaches. There’s a lot to do and not much time to do it. In this episode, I share six things coaches should do to wrap up the year. You’ll get tips for debriefing with teachers and recommendations for preparing for an end-of-year conversation with your administration. Learn what to put in your end-of-year folder so you’re ready to go when school starts in the fall. Tune in now to get all the details. -Chrissy Beltran Buzzing with Ms. B Instagram...
145. When You're Used for Everything but Coaching
May 15, 2023 08:00 - 17 minutes - 24.5 MBInstructional coaches get asked to do a lot of random things, from covering classes to attending meetings. Most of it has nothing to do with coaching. When schools are short-staffed or have tasks that need to be done, instructional coaches are asked to fill in. The challenge with this is that every time you do one of these other things, you're not doing your coaching work. In this episode, I’m sharing 3 ideas to try when you're used for everything but coaching. You’ll learn how to align yo...
144. How to Evaluate Your Coaching Work with Cory Camp
May 08, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes - 65 MBThe end of the school year is the perfect time to reflect on your coaching impact. In this episode, Cory Camp, Director of Professional Learning for Sibme, joins me to talk about how to evaluate your coaching work. She shares ideas for evaluating your coaching work, gathering feedback from teachers, and talking to administration about your findings. Cory also explains how she uses the Sibme platform and Google Calendar to document her coaching work. This episode is for you if you’re looking ...
143. How to Track Your Coaching Work with Krissy Ogletree Edwards
May 01, 2023 19:02 - 39 minutes - 54.8 MBSometimes we get to the end of a week of coaching, and we can't even figure out where all our time went. We've been busy but we haven't checked off as many items on our to-do list as we'd like because we've been pulled to do other things. On episode 143 of Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast, Krissy Ogletree Edwards joins me to share a free way to track your time using Google Sheets and Google Calendar. She explains why she decided to track her time and how it helped her make more tim...
142. The Human Side of Coaching with Marianne Domico - Coaching Call
April 24, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 82.9 MBIt's not easy being a first-year instructional coach in a school that’s never had one before. Add to that being the only coach on campus and you've got the challenging situation my guest Marianne Domico finds herself in this year. Listen in on this coaching call episode as we talk about how to communicate with teachers, defining your coaching role, strategies to support teachers at different levels, PLCs, and more. You'll get lots of valuable information about how coaches can work with teach...
141. The Words We Use and How They Influence Teachers with Jessica Vance
April 17, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes - 59.9 MBWords really do matter, especially when it comes to coaching teachers. In this episode, I'm talking to Jessica Vance of Leading with Inquiry about the words we use and how they influence teachers. We discuss the importance of approaching coaching with curiosity and using open-ended questions and provocations to spark new ways of thinking. Learn how to use language to help teachers get invested in coaching and professional learning. Tune in now for powerful tips that can open up different typ...
140. Improving Our Communication with Teachers with Nicole S. Turner
April 10, 2023 14:05 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBAre you an instructional coach looking to improve your communication skills? In this episode, I'm talking to Nicole S. Turner, CEO and founder of Simply Coaching & Teaching, about improving our communication with teachers. During the show, she shares tips on communicating effectively, using video to provide feedback, and how coaches can clarify misunderstandings with teachers. Nicole also gives her insights on what gets in the way of communicating with teachers, setting a purpose for coachin...
FAQ about the Confident Literacy Coach Course - BONUS Episode
April 07, 2023 08:00 - 19 minutes - 27.4 MBDo you have questions about the Confident Literacy Coach? In this bonus episode of The Coaching Podcast, I answer frequently asked questions to help you decide if the course is right for you. I also share an overview of the course and details on the updated reading and writing modules. The Confident Literacy Coach course is open right now. Don't want to miss your chance to join! Listen now to learn more about the course and get all your questions answered. -Chrissy Beltran Buzzing with...
139. Better Coaching Conversations with Arthur Aguirre, Ph.D.
April 03, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MBDo you want to have more meaningful conversations with teachers? In Episode 139, I talk with Arthur Aguirre, Ph.D. of Inviting Difference about having better coaching conversations. We chat about embracing differences, developing listening skills, and asking open-ended questions. He also discusses being present, the power of silence, and the importance of coaching the whole person. Tune in now to learn how to have better coaching conversations! -Chrissy Beltran Buzzing with Ms. B Ins...
How the Confident Literacy Coach Impacted My Coaching with Kristi Rice - BONUS Episode
March 30, 2023 19:45 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBIn this episode, we’re talking to Kristi Rice about how taking The Confident Literacy Coach impacted her coaching work. Kristi shares what it was like being the first coach at her school and how the course helped her take her coaching work to the next level. You don’t want to miss out on this inspiring conversation. Tune in now to learn how this course can help you too! Be sure to sign up for The Confident Literacy Coach while doors are still open. You can sign up using the link below. ...
138. Communicating with School Administrators
March 27, 2023 08:00 - 17 minutes - 27.1 MBAs an instructional coach, having the ability to communicate effectively is critical to your success. In this episode, I share a lesson about communicating with school administrators from my course, The Confident Literacy Coach. You'll get ideas for how to plan and talk with your principal. I also give you tips for discussing your role and ways to word your requests so that you get a yes! This episode is packed with strategies to help you better communicate with your administration. Tune in ...
137. Coaching Call - Building Relationships & Confidence with Katie Jones
March 20, 2023 08:00 - 36 minutes - 53.6 MBDeveloping and nurturing relationships is the foundation of successful coaching. In this coaching call, I talk with instructional coach Katie Jones about how to build relationships and increase confidence when working with teachers. We discuss the importance of reflecting on what went well each week, shifting your mindset, and getting teachers to open up about their struggles. You'll get tips for working with teachers who say they don't need help and strategies for getting teachers to focus...