#educoach Archive
The #educoach hashtag is used by instructional coaches around the world. We chat each Wednesday at 8pm CST on Twitter and use the hashtag throughout the week to share resources, ask questions and collaborate with instructional coaches.
Wednesday July 20, 2016
Good evening Let’s start by introducing ourselves and sharing a success story from the week!
Roy Mitchell Floyd County, Ga - success of the week is some great PD at in Allen, Tx this week.
I'm Emily, ToSA at a 1:1 school in Watsonville, CA. Success: finalizing board presentation to provide internet to poorest families
My is finding time to join for a change! Glenn here, IC from Sydney
HI- Vincent Ventura from Monterrey, Mexico! Intl Lit Consultant. Currently reading Mindset for Learning and loving it!
Julie Kordick a newbie instructional coach this fall, first time in a chat
Hi I am Elvia Fuentes from Calexico. This is my first Twitter Chat so I'm not sure if I'm doing this right.
I'm Kathy, co-moderator of . My was continuing to write book w/ &
Woo hoo! Welcome to Julie. So glad you are here!
Hi, all! Lisa, differentiation instructional coach from suburban Chicago. was learning how to create infographics.
Your are doing great! Welcome. Ask questions about process along the way. We are here to help.
thanks hoping to gather some good info to start my year
Elvia Fuentes from Calexico, California.
HI! Rashida -Division Level Instructional Coach from Fairfax, VA! Excited to be here after a couple of weeks off
Karina Wong, teaching in San Diego, originally from Calexico CA
Im here as part of a homework assignment for my masters program.
Hi I’m Shira co-moderator of My Some marathon writing on my book with &
Hi I’m Shira co-moderator of My Some marathon writing on my book with &
Wonderful! What class are you taking? Love that a Twitter chat is part of your course work.
Excited to read the future book! https://t.co/81JgQpLgoM
Hi I’m Shira co-moderator of My Some marathon writing on my book with &
Hey I'm Katy, instructional coach from Chicago. I've been enjoying The Art of Coaching Teams for my summer reading
Greetings all, Paul from NJ here. Dean of Behavioral Management/Special Ed Teacher/Gamechanger. Ready to have some fun & learn w/
Success from the week - completing a novel that was on my summer read list 🤓📚❤️
Hi! I'm Sarah, Longview Texas! An aspiring instructional coach! Here for a homework assignment for my masters as well!
Good Evening I'm Nichole, Special Education teacher Aptos, CA Success=chipping away at course work
Another (in addition to writing) lots of work on units for the coming year!
Hello, I am Michael Matson from Augusta, Georgia. I am also working on my masters program in teaching
Tonight’s Topic is: Building Relationships. A very pertinent topic to starting off to a successful new school year.
Aspiring coach jumping in from family vacation in Chicago (from NW Texas)
OOOOH that sounds wonderful.
Meggan, Instructional Coach for Science from Texas! Don't usually get to participate b/c it's past my bedtime :)
Q1: What does a school look/sound like with strong relationships among/with staff?
Trevor from Victoria, BC, 🇨🇦 , inquiry coach advocate for increasing student agency
during the year it is mostly nonfiction for work so it's nice to get a break sometimes 🤗
Q1: Lots of conversation, healthy debates, all opinions considered. Lack of cliques. Welcoming of new teachers.
Hello everyone! Michelle Palmer from Jefferson, GA. Ready to get this school year started!!!
I am currently taking LDT 570 at San Diego State University. Advanced Teaching with Technology
A1 Year kicks off with a review of norms and commitment to core values!
always a pleasure. Looking forward to learning alongside your presence once again.
A1: Positive vibe w/in the school. Ts are looking out for each other. We vs I. Admin in classrooms teaching, not just supervising.
Sounds like an interesting class.
A1: If there are strong relationships there is trust, honest feedback, people are approachable, collaboration ...&lots of smiles
sorry to my co-moderators...I'm late again!
thank you! I'm excited about the proposal and hopeful it will be embraced and we can work to bridge the divide.
Mike here from NY. Tech Integrator/TOSA. Going into year 3 of instruc. coach role after 10 years of MS math.
I should add that this will be my second year as an instructional coach at my school. Last year was quite busy! Lots of learning.
A1: Lots of collaboration between teachers, both same grade level and vertically, much room for reflection
A1: Spontaneous positive conversations about kids/content/campus
I love community gardens!
Virtual Reality in Educationhttp://ow.ly/YzMN302lwFh
A1: It has cohesion. Staff members are invested in each other, and more willing to work together and cultivate great teaching.
Hi! Helen from Houston, math coach for 6 yrs, 4th gr math & science presently
That looks great! Vegetable garden? In a prior school we also had a butterfly garden, which was fun
welcoming new teachers is key if we want to keep them around!
A1: willing to lend a helping hand wherever needed! Selfless! Work well together, regardless of subject!
You've found a great group of people here at . We chat each Wed. at 9pm CST
where do you teach?
I was an Americorps for Cesar Chavez Elementary
and attended Rockwood, De Anza and CHS.
Lack of cliques? Couldn't agree more Welcoming ideas and failure too- room for reflection & listening https://t.co/Zus4I3xJPe
Q1: Lots of conversation, healthy debates, all opinions considered. Lack of cliques. Welcoming of new teachers.
rockstar in the building!
honest reflection and feedback because that is what helps us grow! Love it!
A1. Open doors, open minds. Ts working in Teams to transform learning.
Q2: What are benefits of strong relationships with and among all staff?
A1 a full staff room at breaks/lunch with sharing and boisterous chatter. Busy prep spaces w/ collaboration and a buzz energy
A1 Laughter, honest conversations, focus on kids. https://t.co/3NtooOck69
Q1: What does a school look/sound like with strong relationships among/with staff?
A2: Trust! It goes a LONG way!
A1: Strong positive school identity that is embraced by staff/parents/community
I know! Thinking about how might we sustain the welcome past the 1st quarter...
Hope you had fun at your baseball game, Jessica.
A2: Without solid & honest relation., there’s no sense of belonging. All the curr. stuff won’t happen unless we trust eachother.
I'm also on my phone...so it's a challenge to get the qs Google doc.
A2-Collaboration and support are benefits of strong relationships among staff it transitions to a positive school environment
Vegetables to be donated to local food pantries.
A2 Strong relationships are the key to strong culture. And without strong culture, you can't progress!
A2: Fosters a healthy school environment, and models strong, healthy relationships for students to have with each other
A2. Being able to collaborate, share ideas, and learn from each other.
A1 Doors open, Ts observing one another, collaborating, talking & laughing
A2: If strong relationships are in place students are more likely to be successful b/c Ts are collaborating for their good
A1. I would argue you can feel it when you walk into a positive environment.
A1. A staff that is willing to help new teachers out and willing to embrace new ideas
A1 Strong relationships likely present when Ts share, support and have each other's back. Will collaborate over complaining.
Looking forward to building this type of collaboration & support in the fall https://t.co/G0x7ZGScRu
A2-Collaboration and support are benefits of strong relationships among staff it transitions to a positive school environment
Q3: What kinds of things can hinder/create barriers to building relationships?
A2: Also, strong relationships help us to grow from one another - everyone is valued, maximize strengths, be fearless 💪🏽❤️
A2. Everyone rowing in the same direction towards a common destination can be incredibly impactful
A2: When strong relationships exist you increase the number of people helping you reach your goals (& you theirs!) /win
A2 a trickle down of the same positivity to the students. Happier/more passionate the staff, happier/more passionate the students
Agree. Vibe can be felt. Sometimes not strictly visible
A2 Benefits are the Ss are positively impacted!
A2:Crucial convos can occur 2build quality instr & authentic growth/leadership 2improve Ss achievement https://t.co/2ZN4mLla8C
Q2: What are benefits of strong relationships with and among all staff?
A2 The kids benefit from strong relationships. https://t.co/WFd7uzMzK9
Q2: What are benefits of strong relationships with and among all staff?
A3. Lack of effective communication. Refusal to address issues. Lots of chatter behind closed doors
A3: US!! Our prejudgements and assumptions of others can definitely be a barrier to relationship building.
A3: Selfish agendas can create barriers, teachers that feel like you are there to spy on them, a lack of trust!
A3: Pride and competition - the mentality that my individual gain is more important than the team
A2: strong, trusting relationships open the doors to achieving goals and sustaining change.
Smiles def an indicator though some days can be tougher than others. Smiling more is key!
Takes a village! https://t.co/9SrjjVG5Le
A2: When strong relationships exist you increase the number of people helping you reach your goals (& you theirs!) /win
A3 If new coaches come in and make T's feel intimidated or undervalued, collaboration won't take place https://t.co/dQ3HKWAfMz
Q3: What kinds of things can hinder/create barriers to building relationships?
yeah - strong relationships are obvious when I'm not smiling but someone is there to try and make me
With social capital among staff, we are better able to collaboratively work through controversial problems https://t.co/YoLs2avN5D
Q2: What are benefits of strong relationships with and among all staff?
Q4: What steps can a coach/principal/leader take to foster better relationships with/among staff?
A2) When a method works with a student, we can maximize that Ss' potential in all areas
A3: Lack of communication. When a vacuum exists, it will be filled... usually by Mr/Ms Grumpypants-AxtoGrind
A2. Strong relationships help create an environment that breeds success and makes the entire school stronger
A2 If strong relationships exist, people more likely to take risks.
A3: Veteran teachers who form strong cliques, complain, and recruit new teachers, breeding negativity. Also, unsupportive admin
A2: To quote Shrek, teachers are like onions. Strong relnships among Ts help each peel back layers and get to know each other.
A3 not enough collab time. We need to get together and work toward a common good, not just in silos but elbow to elbow
A3 People who don't listen or share. https://t.co/d6prd6n7tn
Q3: What kinds of things can hinder/create barriers to building relationships?
A3: not being real. Saying what you think needs to be said instead of what you really want to say.
A3 Gossip, principal's pets, complaining & whining
A2: Creating a genuinely supportive and safe learning environment for everyone, staff and students https://t.co/1dJfC5EpAn
A2: Fosters a healthy school environment, and models strong, healthy relationships for students to have with each other
A3. Negativity! Spreads quickly and easily; lack of follow through and commitment
A4. As a P, investing in the well being of each T. Small every day actions that show you care.
A4: schedule 1:1 meetings for dedicated dialogue time...just as you would confer with students.
A4 Establish a clear vision, communicate, ask for and apply feedback, LISTEN. https://t.co/drxFYxv7V6
Q4: What steps can a coach/principal/leader take to foster better relationships with/among staff?
A4: Don't ask your staff/T to do anything that they aren't seeing you do!
A4: Be honest with him/herself about personal biases and consciously make an effort to overcome them. Assume positive intentions.
A4 Provide consistent time and support. Let the teachers lead. https://t.co/y8e2VGNeep
Q4: What steps can a coach/principal/leader take to foster better relationships with/among staff?
A3: Unauthentic leadership unwilling to fully listen & think before speaking/leading Ts, Ss, & Ps https://t.co/nSHyfjrxfn
Q3: What kinds of things can hinder/create barriers to building relationships?
A2: Meaningful and lasting progress as well as the ability to bust through challenging boundaries.
A4: form genuine relationships as well.
A4: Take time to recognize teachers' strengths and efforts to learn/grow/take risks.
A4: Community building at first SBC day. Model positivity. Create a school climate committee and honor tchrs and Ss who emulate
A4: Jumping in late but happy to be here. Keep an open door, listen, care about the staff personally. https://t.co/49tEfbIRHH
Q4: What steps can a coach/principal/leader take to foster better relationships with/among staff?
A3: Trust, Fear. Inconsistency, Status Quo thinking.
And recognize ALL teachers - not just our “favorites!” https://t.co/jKW8Y8wUox
A4: Take time to recognize teachers' strengths and efforts to learn/grow/take risks.
A4 lead by example, be visible in the school, provide clarity and build on strengths, give praise and support
A4 Compliment everyone during the yr. I created a Brag Book that gets passed around our school https://t.co/4V8pPQCKHm
Maintaining a clear separation between evaluation & coaching can strength trust & collaboration https://t.co/MNPCiwx41o
Q4: What steps can a coach/principal/leader take to foster better relationships with/among staff?
A4: Genuinely listen more than you talk. Make daily deposits, show personal regard ...care
A3: School tension hurts relationships. Separation also doesn't allow T to get to know each other.
Some nights we "trend." There are a few other things going on tonight.
A4. Pause and listen. Show empathy for the disequilibrium of learning and celebrate risk taking
A4. Lead by example, be fair, honest, and team building exercises. Listen; people need to voice opinions
Exactly! Do you know 3-4 things about them that isn't school related?
SOOO difficult if the role of coach isn’t clearly defined to all stakeholders. https://t.co/K2jY5bhSPG
Maintaining a clear separation between evaluation & coaching can strength trust & collaboration https://t.co/MNPCiwx41o
Q4: What steps can a coach/principal/leader take to foster better relationships with/among staff?
can you talk more about the school climate committee?
A4: A beginning of the year "get together" outside of school helps! Listening! Be the example of the quality of work you expect!
A4: Treat staff with respect, lead with integrity, be consistent, support unconditionally.
A4 Listen, question, support, genuinely care for all the same & get out of the way!
Q5: What are ways a coach/principal can start out the year to build relationships?
Agree. Conflating other processes can be fraught!
A5 I plan to ask people about their challenges, their successes, and their hopes and dreams https://t.co/xcno8GogMW
Q5: What are ways a coach/principal can start out the year to build relationships?
A4: Know ea Ts strengths & build from there- truly listen & be authentic https://t.co/yTkPNK6FMw
Q4: What steps can a coach/principal/leader take to foster better relationships with/among staff?
Promote kindness, respect, honesty, responsibility for Ts and Ss. Highlight models via videos on website
A5: Meet with each staff member 1:1. Find out needs/wants. Offer to help when needed. https://t.co/RFUf4fOUiB
Q5: What are ways a coach/principal can start out the year to build relationships?
Agreed, . Authenticity is crucial to positive relationships of all kinds, esp for coaches! https://t.co/isERrOH4Zv
A3: not being real. Saying what you think needs to be said instead of what you really want to say.
A5: Help teachers set up this classroom, ask about their summers, create community/team builders to infuse in faculty meetings
Great idea! I'm going to tell my story this year using brag tags on Twitter. Can't wait!
A5: Build opportunities for staff to interact in non-threatening ways. One yr. my dept went canoeing. It was awesome!
Yes! Coaching is non-judgemental. https://t.co/U6Hk7AYNkZ
Maintaining a clear separation between evaluation & coaching can strength trust & collaboration https://t.co/MNPCiwx41o
Q4: What steps can a coach/principal/leader take to foster better relationships with/among staff?
A5: Ask teachers what their professional and personal goals are for the year and how to support https://t.co/uIGdlOPH9V
Q5: What are ways a coach/principal can start out the year to build relationships?
A5: I'm starting out the year meeting with each teacher, even before the school year starts.
A4: Investing in time for relationship-building, modeling happiness and positive encounters, generally making school a happy place
Yes!! Have to work to build trust. Some are initially skeptical of any outsider coming in.
Agree with you. Our district did some work in that area. Clarified role as coach not evaluator
A5 staff social or luncheon is always a great way to reconnect and build on culture. And food is always a win!
A5. PD that is focused on learning more about each other and fostering relationships
Sounds fun! How did they experience impact relationships in the dept?
Be present! Let them know you are there and make an effort to get to know them!
Empathetic listen to build better conversations. https://t.co/V5V1gCIRty
A4: Know ea Ts strengths & build from there- truly listen & be authentic https://t.co/yTkPNK6FMw
Q4: What steps can a coach/principal/leader take to foster better relationships with/among staff?
A5: visit classrooms and focus on the strengths. Ts need encouragement and Principals/coaches as allies https://t.co/6lONy2OMNP
Q5: What are ways a coach/principal can start out the year to build relationships?
A5. Take genuine interest, help, learn about your staff as people, listen to needs and suggestions
A5: Lots of team building. Be in the classrooms w/ teachers as a cheerleader, not evaluator. Lots of celebrations.
A5: Offer assistance, spend time in classrooms, dedicate first staff meeting to celebrations, community building... and cupcakes!
It speaks volumes when principal or coach goes to teacher's rm (their turf) instead of summoning to office or conf rm
I got the idea 2 yrs ago from a teacher during one of these chats. Thank you whoever you are! :) https://t.co/Qeeypbjyy2
Great idea! I'm going to tell my story this year using brag tags on Twitter. Can't wait!
A5: Listen and smile a lot. Do something special for the faculty. Stand up for the teachers.
Can you share more about how you structure those 1:1 meetings?
A5: Don't sit in your office with the door closed, walk the halls, eat lunch with T's, be a part of the community
A5: Be present and authentic in interactions- get to know T & support early however u can https://t.co/g5RM1iDAvM
Q5: What are ways a coach/principal can start out the year to build relationships?
Important that we are all on the same page! https://t.co/XkE0yyAk65
Agree with you. Our district did some work in that area. Clarified role as coach not evaluator
cupcakes make everything better! ❤️
A5. Talk to the teacher individually and see what the coach/principal can do to make it less stressful for the teacher.
well this will be my first time!
A5 Be visible & follow through. I try and mix up email contact and face to face to kickstart a learning opportunity.
wouldn't cupcake wars be a great community/team builder?!? 😂😂
A5 being visible and in the classrooms is a huge theme here. So valuable in building culture and setting tone! ❤️
Q6: When conflicts develop among staff (individuals or teams), what are ways to help overcome them?
Fantastic advice for an aspiring administrator. https://t.co/JRGGDY3m9k
It speaks volumes when principal or coach goes to teacher's rm (their turf) instead of summoning to office or conf rm
Cool idea! Def a relationship builder.
- As a coach and a teacher, this is a struggle in the beginning, but it is a priority.
I will also Vox my plan that is too much for a tweet.
Great! Just make sure you are able to include everyone so doesn't foster the impression of favored/not favored groups :)
See! Everyone loves cupcakes! We are building community with just the thought lol
need to set expectations, get buy in from Ts if it's new. Potential to exacerbate anxiety otherwise.
Sorry to have to leave early tonight, thank you for hosting
A5 Visit our class, read to my Ss, come out to recess and watch us play! Offer to teach a lesson!
No apology necessary; glad you could join for awhile
A6. Don't feed into it; remain neutral and offer other perspective. Remain positive-- model and spread this attitude.
A6: Listen to each side w/out judgment. Use a restorative circle with whole team. https://t.co/Gx4lgJDpkR
Q6: When conflicts develop among staff (individuals or teams), what are ways to help overcome them?
A6: Before even dealing w/conflict, acknowledge the feelings. i.e. “you are frustrated..” Once acknowledged, then go for conflict.
Have a nice evening. Glad you could join us.
Oh - I like the restorative circle! https://t.co/kHAshQhhEc
A6: Listen to each side w/out judgment. Use a restorative circle with whole team. https://t.co/Gx4lgJDpkR
Q6: When conflicts develop among staff (individuals or teams), what are ways to help overcome them?
A6: Listen to all parties involved, don't judge or take sides. Offer to mediate. Ask what each person needs to feel supported
A7: 1st Realize that conflict is inevitable. Strong relationships and trust will help diffuse - build in highly structured convos
Hello all! A6: compromise can solve many problems.
Interesting. Do you think conflict can be positive?
Can you explain the restorative circle a little more? Thanks.
Didn't see Q5 or 6 please retweet?
A6 hard question as each situation/individual is so unique. Traits desired: listen, unbiased, supportive, true to culture/goals
Q5: What are ways a coach/principal can start out the year to build relationships?
Q6 When conflicts develop among staff (individuals or teams), what are ways to help overcome them?
A6: When I coached & players fought, I'd put them together in the same dribbling group. Don't ignore prob. Bring them together.
A6: Be transparent, willing 2listen, & bury hatchet-forgive & forget- learn from failure/miscommunication https://t.co/vVLsTKVyxr
Q6: When conflicts develop among staff (individuals or teams), what are ways to help overcome them?
ABSOLUTELY! conflict can help us grow. I'm not growing if I'm always comfortable.We need people 2push our thinking
Q5: Be available, consistent, present, supportive and communicate with clarity. Thanks so much Shira for retweet.
A6 In my role the conflict I experience is between us & tech not cooperating. Patience and/or a reboot usually works.
...it is more of a problem when we try to smile through conflicts v dealing w/then. Need honesty and trust
Love that! Perhaps some of the role of a coach is to help facilitate healthy conflict
A social gathering within the first month of school is always helpful. BBQ Anyone?
A6: Listen to everyone but also try to see situation from perspective of all involved
A6: Know which problems require intervention. Avoid taking sides. Stay calm, reinforce team. kids come first. Thanks Kathy .
I definitely need to learn more strategies to facilitate when just being in the same group doesn't improve.
Q7: What are ways of recognizing & including staff members who might feel marginalized?
exactly! The problem is not the conflict - it is how it is handled The coaches role is vital
Love this resource. Will def bookmark. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the chart. I would like to highlight the Action Plan. Often mediation is lacking the plan
A6 try to focus on what's right, not who's right
I’m appreciating this conversation about learning/growing from conflict
A7: We have ROK cards that staff members fill out for other staff member when they do something great. https://t.co/pCAikoq97A
Q7: What are ways of recognizing & including staff members who might feel marginalized?
A7: not everyone appreciates being recognized publicly - send personal notes/emails to all individuals. Everyone has assets.
yes! You definitely need structured dialogue
A7 inclusion. Whether it's in goal setting, leadership opportunities, collab
A7: Talk to them independently and assess how they best be supported. Bring up issues on their behalf
https://t.co/TWgZbB11yq
Q7: What are ways of recognizing & including staff members who might feel marginalized?
A7: We used to highlight something cool in a teacher's class at every staff meeting. Now we just do "shout-outs" through email.
A6: Investing in team building PD is critical to foster a positive environment. Listen https://t.co/5K9lSf1w3h
Q6: When conflicts develop among staff (individuals or teams), what are ways to help overcome them?
Managing conflict positively for learning&growth could be a great upcoming chat topic
- what time are we getting started? Tell me what I can bring.
the restorative circle of spinning death (on a Mac)?
Agree! Coaches are great for this being in the classroom so frequently
A7: I think it would be important to find out WHY they feel marginalized! Communication! https://t.co/roMp0eiOdl
Q7: What are ways of recognizing & including staff members who might feel marginalized?
A7. Help make them feel valued. Understand, listen to their story, and find way to meet needs.
I'm in! Would love that convo :)
A7. In book, the authors describe how an administrator would call the staff member's family or write a note.
So true. I mailed each of my Ts a handwritten card to their house right after school was out.
A7: Work to figure out why they feel this way then deal with the root of the problem
A7: Be present and build on the relationship to support T & S. Simple authentic check-ins go a long way! https://t.co/1RFXYr07dh
Q7: What are ways of recognizing & including staff members who might feel marginalized?
That is such a thoughtful gesture. I also make sure that support staff are included. https://t.co/zVA9ydr4gr
So true. I mailed each of my Ts a handwritten card to their house right after school was out.
A7 Ask them to lead something. Ask for their opinion. Make them feel important!
are. Seek first to understand before wheeling out the long range canons
A7: everyone wants a chance to be heard and valued. Good leaders give them that chance.
Q8: What are ways of building relationships with staff members skeptical of coaching?
A7: Personalized thank you notes and maybe empowering them in some way they normally wouldn't have been.
Sometimes it is just the nature of the position, take it from a Special Education teacher. But it doesn't have to be.
A8: The part of my job I dread. Find other reasons to be in their room first. https://t.co/ZVsyZJQlbl
Q8: What are ways of building relationships with staff members skeptical of coaching?
A8: “can I teach a lesson in your classroom?” Acknowledge when we “fail” and model how it’s opportunity to become better.
A8: Figure out what they are interested in to draw them in.
Good point! I included co-teachers but should have done paraprofessionals as well. Now I feel a little guilty...
A8: Offer to help in non-threatening ways until you build their trust. https://t.co/ZVsyZJQlbl
Q8: What are ways of building relationships with staff members skeptical of coaching?
A8: This I struggle with. I offer to model, write plans with them, showcase what's happening in other classrooms. Some won't budge
A7: Reinforce "all in this together" approach. Encourage collaborative exchange to arrive at reasonable solutions to concerns.
Handwritten notes go a long way. Esp in this digital era. An email can work well too but just not as powerful IMO.
A8: Get your hands dirty - be apart of the hard work, coach v consult, listen
The why from source ¬ through grape vine?!?! What?!? LOL Thanks for reminder of auth comm https://t.co/dEJ3emjij7
A7: I think it would be important to find out WHY they feel marginalized! Communication! https://t.co/roMp0eiOdl
Q7: What are ways of recognizing & including staff members who might feel marginalized?
We’re lucky - we have a new year just ahead of us! Small steps! Be kind to yourself! https://t.co/CD0QjGn2d9
Handwritten notes go a long way. Esp in this digital era. An email can work well too but just not as powerful IMO.
A7: listen to marginalized staff member. notice & provide them w/ opportunities to build relationships https://t.co/ERaEj1bHCy
Q7: What are ways of recognizing & including staff members who might feel marginalized?
the squeaky wheel gets the grease!
- Truth! I hang my handwritten notes up because I love them so much.
A8 Hardest part. Getting to know them as a person first. Just like Ss, relationships first, learning follows
A8. Learn about them, peak their interest in something so you can help. Build from there.
Get to know them! Work to build trust in ways that don't scream, "I'm here to fix you!"
A9 we rolled out coaching for 250 Ts 3 yrs ago w/ min disquiet. Pessimists were listened to, brought into the tent.
A8: Be consistent - your actions should align with your words
A8: "Can I try something new in your classroom?" We just need to get into their classrooms and show them how we are not a threat.
A8: Get to know them! Work to build trust in ways that don't scream, "I'm here to fix you!" https://t.co/l2ok4X0prI
Q8: What are ways of building relationships with staff members skeptical of coaching?
Q9: What are ways of building relationships with staff members disdainful of or resistant to coaching?
A8: I can imagine this is the hardest part- looking forward to As on this to support my future role https://t.co/a6Tg9VYTLS
Q8: What are ways of building relationships with staff members skeptical of coaching?
A8: Place roles aside & listen to understand reasons for skepticism. Concerns aren't personal. Dive deep to reveal real issue.
A7 their voices are critical to challenging your own ideas.
A9: Find out where they hang out. Eat lunch there. Find out their interests...find something in common. https://t.co/BBxVUnfadj
Q9: What are ways of building relationships with staff members disdainful of or resistant to coaching?
can you coach a T who doesn't want to be coached?
It took 5 yrs for one colleague to let me in & teach a lesson. Don't give up! :)
A9: Determine what kind of learner these teachers are. Maybe our style doesn’t work for him/her. Differentiated coaching,
A9: Encourage grade level peers showcase projects and student success. Better to come from peers than coaches sometimes.
A9: The % of resistors are always very small. Most people are slow adopters. Remember that building trust&relationships takes time
Interesting, Glenn. What are ways you have seen such challenges impact coaches positively?
What sold me on hand notes was going into a T's rm & they had a card I wrote them displayed on their desk
A8: coaches need to be accessible, vulnerable and articulate teachers strengths https://t.co/cf0PcQz645
Q8: What are ways of building relationships with staff members skeptical of coaching?
That’s beautiful, Meggan!
- Excellent question. Haven't met one tchr yet that hasn't wanted help in some way. Just need to be patient.
What does being vulnerable as a coach entail?
- I need to be more mindful of this, that's for sure.
A9: Slow your roll, don't take it personal, meet them where they are, gently nudge as needed.
yes...it's important to not let the small amount of negative people consume your mental soace/energy.
Struggling w/this one. I’m not sure; important topic
Educators need to know that we see what they're already doing well before they open to constructive input https://t.co/nHFjsZYcAZ
Q8: What are ways of building relationships with staff members skeptical of coaching?
you can, but it takes work, patience, and time.
A8 Let them work together when ready. Don't force & don't give up. Have to get into comfort zone before stepping out of it.
some of my best IC colleagues used to be fringe skeptics! Just takes someone to value their skills
A8: being vulnerable & authentic when reaching out- being accessible & supportive of grow & glow moments https://t.co/a6Tg9VYTLS
Q8: What are ways of building relationships with staff members skeptical of coaching?
- I first went in as to observe a student. Then I bragged to other staff members about what I saw in that tchr do.
A9.Like some of the others said before, build trust, take your time to know them, and be patient with them.
Q10: How can you nurture relationships with teachers you may not like so much?
Share our own growth journey as coaches and consultants. Our own goals for the year https://t.co/SejHkplYTx
What does being vulnerable as a coach entail?
I do the same. Put those push pins to use!
patience is key. Do your Ts opt in to coaching or mandated?
admitting area of growth too or sharing your story in midst of a growth moment
I still have mine from admin! I still read those that came at the most difficult times.
A10: Gotta set aside the personal feelings and think about the kids. Helping teachers helps students.
Q11: What has been most rewarding to you in developing professional relationships?
I think that every T can be coached, just not always by that coach at that moment
A10: Just like you do with students you may not like so much! SMILE, and never let them know! https://t.co/P2mT0dwbnj
Q10: How can you nurture relationships with teachers you may not like so much?
Hard part is figuring out how they want help. Had T who said they didn't need help but I felt otherwise
A9 Don't be the expert. You're a coach. Compliment her, ask her for advice "I noticed your Ss' work. How do you teach _______?"
A10:I ask the Ss what they like about their tcr. It helps me to remember the tcr has good qualities also. https://t.co/Rz2yGYZhzd
Q10: How can you nurture relationships with teachers you may not like so much?
Great point. Focus on supporting their goals instead of just pushing change toward our goals https://t.co/B7BP4TFjLE
A8: Get your hands dirty - be apart of the hard work, coach v consult, listen
A10: Remember ultimate stakeholder: Students! Sandwich mtgs so there's a before & after mtg w/ other Ts. Don’t take it personally!
A10. Identify something they do well, take note, and communicate. Try to find something in common and keep positive attitude.
which A did you respond to? Sorry, lost thread.
A10: Be reminded of your WHY https://t.co/EgoIIHD4vC
Q10: How can you nurture relationships with teachers you may not like so much?
Q10 kill em with kindness
Q12: What take-aways do you have from tonight’s chat?
- Depends. Normally optional unless directed by admin because of their evaluation. https://t.co/NHJ8MuTjJq
patience is key. Do your Ts opt in to coaching or mandated?
Saying I don't know more, or I don't know...yet. It's OK to not have all the answers.
I couldn't agree more. Give it the time it takes
A9. Investigate together core props of and begin journey as a cadre https://t.co/CRd0O1VtF4
Q9: What are ways of building relationships with staff members disdainful of or resistant to coaching?
therein lies the conundrum. Can start to move into diff model of support, but not coaching for mine
A11: it’s all about building relationships. . as hard as that can be w/ some individuals.
