#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 September 5, 2018
9:00 PM EDT

  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Good evening #educoach! Let’s start by introducing ourselves and sharing a success story from the week! #educoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hey #educoach Pam, Instructional Coach, Charleston, SC. Great second week of PLC's in the books. We came up with a quick solution for getting admin. feedback quickly. Love my new job!
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    I'm Kathy a co-moderator of #educoach along with @lsmith0917 tonight. My success was taking some time off during the Labor Day weekend. Added bonus - I celebrated my birthday!
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Welcome. Would love to hear your solution. #educoach
    In reply to @specialtechie
  • timlriley Sep 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hello everyone. Maybe I’ll jump in tonight #educoach
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Welcome Tim. Glad you found us. Looking forward to your contribution. #educoach
    In reply to @timlriley
  • mimitexas Sep 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hello all 👋🏻 Starting my sweet 16 year in edu, but my first as an #educoach a success - teachers have embraced writing in the social studies classroom and analyzing data to improve lessons.
  • timlriley Sep 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Thank you #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi! Lauren, Instructional Coach, Indiana. My #eduwin is seeing lots of evidence of student ownership in classrooms. Seeing students grow and hold new understandings is so powerful! Happy to join @KathyPerret for tonight's chat! #educoach
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Congrats on your new #educoach position. Sounds like you are off to a great start with teachers embracing new ideas.
    In reply to @mimitexas
  • mrs_janusz Sep 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hi! Liz, 3-5 Instructional Coach from Lemont, IL! #educoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    I created a Google Form to submit PLC notes to admin. She get's a notification in her email so she can review & comment on the notes for us to review at the beginning of our next PLC. I also added a row of checkboxes and notes on the sheet for her documentation. #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hope your birthday was wonderful, Kathy!! #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Welcome Liz. Glad you could join us. #educoach
    In reply to @mrs_janusz
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Welcome! What was your solution? #educoach
    In reply to @specialtechie
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Nice! #educoach
    In reply to @mimitexas
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Welcome to #educoach, Tim!
    In reply to @timlriley
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Thanks. I did have a wonderful day. Love that my birthday falls on the Labor Day weekend. It helps to extend the celebration. #educoach
    In reply to @lsmith0917
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Welcome, Liz! What’s been a celebration from the week so far? #educoach
    In reply to @mrs_janusz
  • RyanShuping Sep 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hi #educoach first timer here. Coach for lateral entry teachers in NC. Got to hear two former participants in our program speak tonight about the impact coaching had on them growing professionally.
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    If you are new to #educoach we use a Q1 A1 format. Please make sure to include the hashtag in your tweets. #educoach
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Check out https://t.co/d7iETHNXyL to participate in chat and obtain transcripts. #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Absolutely!! The gift that keeps on giving! 😊 #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    https://t.co/3VVxWcxSEo It's kind of hard to explain, hopefully this makes sense. #educoach
    In reply to @lsmith0917
    • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      I created a Google Form to submit PLC notes to admin. She get's a notification in her email so she can review & comment on the notes for us to review at the beginning of our next PLC. I also added a row of checkboxes and notes on the sheet for her documentation. #educoach
      In reply to @KathyPerret
  • timlriley Sep 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    I’m not an Instructional coach #educoach
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Let’s get started with tonight’s topic: Building a School Culture that Values Coaching. #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Sounds interesting and effective! Thank you for sharing! #educoach
    In reply to @specialtechie
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Q1: What does it look like/sound like when a school culture values coaching? #educoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    I love using @participate @JenWilliamsEdu #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret, @participate, @JenWilliamsEdu
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Yes - @participate is an awesome tool. Love how quickly chats are archived. #educoach
    In reply to @specialtechie, @participate, @JenWilliamsEdu, @participate
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Welcome, Ryan! Glad you found #educoach. So powerful to hear how coaching makes such an impact on others. Everyone deserves a coach! #educoach
    In reply to @RyanShuping
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    For ones that aren't in there, I use @wakelet after. Pretty easy to use. #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret, @participate, @JenWilliamsEdu, @wakelet
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    That’s amazing!! Congrats! We have the reading and writing units of study and find them to be powerful resources to support our instruction! #educoach
    In reply to @mrs_janusz
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    That's okay. All voices are welcome at #educoach We love to hear perspectives from all in education.
    In reply to @timlriley
  • IAteacherNan - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    I'm happy to be joining the #educoach chat tonight from Southwest Iowa! My #eduwin -- digging into @jimknight99 Impact Cycle tomorrow with fellow IC's.
  • mimitexas Sep 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 I hope it includes lots of listening and questioning. I’ve been doing that a lot lately. #educoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    I wish I could be in some of these rooms to see it in action! #educoach
    In reply to @IAteacherNan, @jimknight99
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Hi, Nancy!! You’ll have to tweet your big takeaways as you dive in together! #educoach
    In reply to @IAteacherNan, @jimknight99
  • IAteacherNan - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    That is so neat! Nice to hear about the impact! #educoach
    In reply to @RyanShuping
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    What’s a favorite question you lean on in your coaching? #educoach
    In reply to @mimitexas
  • JCPSAsstSuptTL Sep 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: Trusting environment #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret
  • mrs_janusz Sep 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: We would be hearing all opinions and ideas being shared and equally represented, teachers collaborating with one another, even if they are at different grade levels, and coaches supporting everyone as we work together to move forward. #educoach
  • IAteacherNan - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: I would hope all staff would see themselves as shoulder-to-shoulder learners in action. Reflecting on Ss and instruction, collaborating. #educoach
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    So glad you found us. Hearing of our impact really can help us move forward to help and serve others. #educoach
    In reply to @RyanShuping
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: Ongoing partnerships or teams engaged in reflective dialogue; collaborative growth (focus on we); listening, reflective questioning. #educoach
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Q2: What barriers are there to a school culture valuing coaching? #educoach
  • RyanShuping Sep 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1 guards are dropped and everyone collectively is seeking to improve from feedback received #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Trust is foundational in collaboration and coaching. #educoach
    In reply to @JCPSAsstSuptTL, @KathyPerret
  • IAteacherNan - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    But what does a coach do when a team is in conflict? Cause of conflict possibly personal lives . . .#educoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1: Coaches aren't used as admin. They are the support between admin and T's in a zone of trust. #educoach They are welcome in classrooms to help T's & S's grow.
  • IAteacherNan - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: Lack of understanding about just what a coach does. #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Student learning at the heart of collaboration, yet this collaboration is focused on reciprocity! Yes! #educoach
    In reply to @IAteacherNan
  • mrs_janusz Sep 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Not knowing where to start or what to focus on first. #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Sounds like a good stance to take as you grow in this new district. Lots of new areas of opportunity! #educoach
    In reply to @mimitexas
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Yes, there is a culture of psychological safety where others feel comfortable in being their vulnerable and authentic selves. #educoach
    • RyanShuping Sep 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
      A1 guards are dropped and everyone collectively is seeking to improve from feedback received #educoach
  • RyanShuping Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 If a Ts drive to be innovative has been lost #educoach
  • IAteacherNan - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: Also those tasks that eat up coaching time . . . monitoring universal screener administration and data, preparing PD, etc. #educoach
  • thelearningloop Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A1: Schools that value coaching have more lateral conversations then vertical ones. It's about "how we can work together" rather than "what I expect you to do." #EduCoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: Not enough coaching support in larger schools. It comes down to funding really, so that's above the "school" and more "district". I think it's getting better though, realizing that we need boot on the ground to support T's & S's. #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    No clear vision or purpose creates difficulty in growing a coaching culture. #educoach
    In reply to @mrs_janusz
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Q3: What strategies/system/supports help to build a culture that values coaching? #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2: Lack of vision or clarity of goals. Lack of trust and relationships. #educoach
  • mimitexas Sep 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    I agree! We’re setting department, grade level, and personal goals to help narrow my focus. #educoach
    In reply to @mrs_janusz
  • thelearningloop Sep 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2: Schools (and educators in general) often feel a need to assign a value to every move and meeting rather than just trusting their gut about the work that feels good. Not everything we do has a hidden agenda. We're all here for the kids. #EduCoach
  • mimitexas Sep 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Thanks! It’s amazing get to have an impact on so many parts of education #educoach
    In reply to @nmzumpano
  • kennycmckee - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    And, oh the email!!! 😐 #educoach
    In reply to @IAteacherNan
  • Mrsbrownteacher Sep 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    I agree. Being new to my school and district has made it difficult. #educoach
    In reply to @mrs_janusz
  • thelearningloop Sep 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: Clear expectations, transparent conversations, and targeted action steps with meaningful resources all help build a school culture that values coaching. #EduCoach
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3 Schools that have a common focus area can build peer coaching partnerships with teachers. Learning together makes a deeper impact. The partnerships add some accountability because learning new things time and multiple uses of new approach. #educoach
  • IAteacherNan - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: Still trying to fine-tune this area. Ha! Administrators that support and buy-in to the coaching work -- and keep encouraging Ts to seek out coach. #educoach
  • Mrsbrownteacher Sep 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    This is huge! #educoach
    In reply to @IAteacherNan
  • mimitexas Sep 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3 I believe it starts with an admin team that values coaching. #educoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: Building relationships first! Then asking what the T's need, supporting school plans, goals, vision, etc. Asking ?'s & listening to input, then creating plans together. I love @artofcoaching1 resources as well as @jimknight99 @robertjmarzano #educoach
  • Mrsbrownteacher Sep 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Absolutely! #educoach
    In reply to @thelearningloop
  • mrs_janusz Sep 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: A clear and common vision for all to work towards! #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: Sharing your why/coaching beliefs. As a staff, we have had an article discussion on this article https://t.co/qYNuKdxl1F that really emphasized the idea that everyone needs a coach. Support from building leaders is also crucial. #educoach
  • Mrsbrownteacher Sep 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Well said! #educoach
    In reply to @thelearningloop
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Yes - I love that we have so many coaches in our state, but I often see them doing so many things besides coaching. If we want coaching to make an impact we have to have time for actual coaching. #educoach
    In reply to @Mrsbrownteacher, @IAteacherNan
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Q4: What can coaches do to proactively build the rapport needed to build a culture that values coaching? #educoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    I want to start #observeme in our school to get T's visiting other T's & reflecting on practices. Since I'm new, I didn't want to jump into that too quick. #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret
  • mimitexas Sep 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    It’s a big growth year for me too. New role, new district. I’m keeping a reflection journal so I can process the year. #educoach
    In reply to @Mrsbrownteacher, @mrs_janusz
  • Mrsbrownteacher Sep 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    This is really important! Coaching has to be valued. #educoach
    In reply to @IAteacherNan
  • BethanyLigon Sep 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A1 - Bethany from AZ - Secondary Instructional Coach - When a school culture values coaching, the coach is included w the rest of the staff, there isn't a stigma that a T is working with a coach. Being coached is the norm. #educoach
  • Mrsbrownteacher Sep 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Has to be vocalized! #educoach
    In reply to @mimitexas
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Have you guys read The Art of Coaching? It's a great resource for a beginning coach. The self evaluation tools she has made it easy to set goals for myself. #educoach
    In reply to @mimitexas, @Mrsbrownteacher, @mrs_janusz
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Love the reflection journal idea. I have used that concept with some coaches I virtually coach. It is a good tool to watch for trends. I encourage them to include things they are grateful for - even in hard situations. #educoach
    In reply to @mimitexas, @Mrsbrownteacher, @mrs_janusz
  • thelearningloop Sep 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A4: Coaches can resist the urge to sugarcoat classroom observations. Simultaneously push and support teachers toward more effective practices. Trust is built through honesty. #EduCoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Where are you @realAllisonW ? #educoach I miss chatting with you!
  • mimitexas Sep 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3 my district has been an awesome resource. We have educoach Fridays with awesome PD, a mentor coach, and coach & Content resources. I feel valued and supported #educoach
  • mrs_janusz Sep 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4: I love sharing blog posts or tagging teachers on tweets that I think would be beneficial for them. We also can't forget to take time to just talk with our teachers. They also have amazing ideas that need to be heard! #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Absolutely! There is a clear transparency and the “c” word isn’t considered unspoken. #educoach
    In reply to @BethanyLigon
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    So true. This is the exact topic of our first session with area coaches. One thing we are going to focus on is Chapter 2 of Building Teachers Capacity for Success https://t.co/GyxlUPnC8F by @educationhall and @AlisaSimeral #educoach
    In reply to @mimitexas, @educationhall, @AlisaSimeral
  • Mrsbrownteacher Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Q4: We can start by being present and visible. #educoach
  • RobFulk Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A1- trust and legitimacy. Trust in the person/ process and trust in their legitimacy of practice. You have to know they have been there , done that. #educoach
  • thelearningloop Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    I have worked with schools to offer #ObserveMe as a professional learning option but not something that is required. It's a good way to begin weaving it into regular practice. #EduCoach
    In reply to @specialtechie, @KathyPerret
  • RyanShuping Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4 promote the lightbulb moments Ts and Ss have to make change more desirable. Side note - Ts desperately need to be publicly valued and praised within their building for incorporating effective instructional strategies #educoach
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Yes - Allison ... we miss you. #educoach :)
    In reply to @specialtechie, @realAllisonW
  • mimitexas Sep 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    I just started! #educoach
    In reply to @specialtechie, @Mrsbrownteacher, @mrs_janusz
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Q5: What can principals do to help lead a school that values coaching? #educoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    I created a Google Site for my T's this year. One of them actually said they don't even go to the district site much since I have the resources easy to find. It made my day! #educoach
    In reply to @mrs_janusz
  • mimitexas Sep 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    I always start with being grateful. Some of my hardest lessons become those that I am most grateful for. #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret, @Mrsbrownteacher, @mrs_janusz
  • BethanyLigon Sep 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A2 - When the coach is seen as "the fixer" it can prevent opportunities for growth from the rest of the staff. I depend on the site/district admin to communicate w staff the purpose of my role in order to overcome that perception. #educoach
  • IAteacherNan - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    With a change in principals and a poorly launched coaching program that lacked clarity and communication -- well, it's been an uphill climb. #educoach
  • RobFulk Sep 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A2- clear process and protocol. Often coaching is nebulous. I think a clear lined out process with expectations and outcomes is key. #educoach
  • Mrsbrownteacher Sep 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    I agree. Have to be transparent. The point is for their to be growth. #educoach
    In reply to @thelearningloop
  • thelearningloop Sep 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A5: Principals can support coaching by making clear delineations between coaching and evaluation. Don't put a coach in a position to promote/demote/fire but instead one to highlight and celebrate effective practices. We grow together by lifting one another up. #EduCoach
  • jkjohnsonbell - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Can you share a copy of this form? It sounds great! #educoach
    In reply to @specialtechie, @KathyPerret
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    I knew I had this job pretty early, so I was able to work on it over the summer. I love tech more than most though. ;) #educoach
    In reply to @mrs_janusz
  • IAteacherNan - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    I share similar things quite often, too! Coaching from the sidelines through digital newsletters and forwarded articles. #educoach
    In reply to @mrs_janusz
  • mimitexas Sep 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Yes! I have an awesome, insightful, and giving team that allows me the freedom and strength to ask for opinions. They are a big support #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret
  • RobFulk Sep 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A3- - Opt In procedures - Outcome based approaches - Clear expectations/ processes - Non evaluative (and mean it) - co teaching is a MUST - repeated, sustained contact, not one and done. Relationship. #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    You speak so much truth in this statement. Highlighting and lifting up colleagues is so important as coaches. #educoach
    In reply to @thelearningloop
  • RyanShuping Sep 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A5 define the path for a staff to go down that includes specific areas (instructional, classroom management, building relationships with Ss, etc.) a staff can strive to grow in #educoach
  • BethanyLigon Sep 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A3 - To echo @lsmith0917 having a clear vision that is communicated clearly to ALL stakeholders is key in order to build a culture that values coaching. #educoach
  • mrs_janusz Sep 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Thanks for the inspiring chat!! I have to get my son to bed now, but looking forward to next week's chat already!#educoach
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A6 Feel free to share chapter 1 our our book The #coachapproach to School Leadership with your principals. Principals can wear a coaching hat! https://t.co/lQDtF82Tus #educoach
  • RobFulk Sep 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4- be able to provide examples of student impact. Be willing to be in th classroom as a co teacher to model and assist over a period of time. Stay confidential. #educoach
  • Mrsbrownteacher Sep 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A5: They could start by making it clear what the coaches role is. #educoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Sure. This is what it looks like. Very short so you can just copy the url from the PLC notes (google doc) in the last question. #educoach The important part is sharing the sheet created from the form w/admin. and have him/her set up notifications. :)
    In reply to @jkjohnsonbell, @KathyPerret
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining, Liz!! #educoach
    In reply to @mrs_janusz
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Q6: How can principals and coaches build trust for coaching? #educoach
  • jkjohnsonbell - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Thanks! Great idea! #educoach
    In reply to @specialtechie, @KathyPerret
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A6: Our district did a great job setting up roles (including NOT rules) as an agreement between admin and coach. Having set meetings can keep the communication going. #educoach
  • RachelLeForce Sep 5 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1: My principals regularly recommend me to teachers for collaboration and not in a punative way. In a building of 700 students I can walk in any classroom at almost any point during the day and be greeted with positivity by teachers. #educoach
  • Mrsbrownteacher Sep 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Q6: Making sure it’s non-punitive and confidential. #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Evidence of student learning is key. Serving as a collaborative partner in the learning process that is focused on students provides momentum toward making change. #educoach
    In reply to @RobFulk
  • BethanyLigon Sep 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A4 - Being present, being consistent, being approachable, being credible, being trustworthy, demonstrating competence. All these things help to build rapport in a culture that values coaching. #educoach
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    That's awesome that you have that kind of support. What do you think has lead to the positive environment? #educoach
    In reply to @RachelLeForce
  • thelearningloop Sep 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A6: We build trust by being good listeners. As coaches, it is tempting to focus on action steps, but sharing evidence (from both individuals) is equally important. Dialoguing about the "why" makes people want to do the "what." Otherwise, it is just more noise. #EduCoach
  • RachelLeForce Sep 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A2: coaches serving in an evaluative capacity can derail the collaborative nature of coaching. #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Sounds powerful! I agree- I greatly value a weekly meeting time with my building leaders. #educoach
    In reply to @specialtechie
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Q7: How do schools build a community of coaching among all staff … not dependent on a role? #educoach
  • mimitexas Sep 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A6 most of the time a principal is going to know about teacher strength and weaknesses before I get there. Norms on this issue need to be set way ahead of any coaching #educoach
  • RachelLeForce Sep 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Lots of open dialogue with my principals as we started the program. Honoring her vision for the building while staying true to teacher advocacy. And lots of convos about boundaries. #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret
  • thelearningloop Sep 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A7: Coaching focuses on a play-by-play - not the end score. The more we can make it comfortable for educators to give one another formative feedback, the better results for everyone (most importantly, kids). #EduCoach
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A7 I love hearing of schools were teachers have the opportunity to observe each other and coach each other. #observeme #pineapplecharts #problemofpractice #learningwalks are all ways for teachers to see each other teach and reflect w/each other. #educoach
  • Mrsbrownteacher Sep 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    I concur! #educoach
    In reply to @mimitexas
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Here's what the sheet looks like. I have a blog post started with the directions and such. I'll share as soon as I'm done! #educoach It's not the prettiest here, just wanted you to get the idea.
    In reply to @jkjohnsonbell, @KathyPerret
  • RachelLeForce Sep 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A3: mentor coaches and coaches coaching coaches #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Labsites have also been such a great way to create needed conditions for empowerment among colleagues. #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Q8: How can teachers help build the school culture that values coaching? #educoach
  • mimitexas Sep 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    By offering learning walks and opportunities for observation we can all coach up each other. Sometimes hearing from a peer can be very valuable feedback #educoach
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A8 Teachers can be the biggest cheerleader for coaching w/coaches and peer coaching. Ts can share their success - how did coaching change student outcomes? How did coaching aid in new growth as a T. #educoach
  • Kerry_Foote21 Sep 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A7: by building a school community that recognizes and capitalizes on staff’s interests and strengths.. by Providing ALL staff a chance to share their knowledge.. and by building a culture based on trust, support and risk taking. #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A8: Teachers have to be willing to be vulnerable and open to feedback. Talk to each other! Coaching stems from coaching. The more colleagues talk with one another, the more opportunities will present as a result. #educoach
  • thelearningloop Sep 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A8: Teachers can help build a coaching culture by teaching with an open door and an open heart. Invite others into your classroom to share feedback - and reciprocate. We don't expect our students to operate solely w/in the 4 walls of the classroom. We shouldn't either. #EduCoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Q9: Do you have any questions for each other about building a school culture that values coaching? #educoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A8: Being willing to try new things. Being positive and not taking suggestions as criticisms. Sharing ideas with other T's without being asked to. T's don't need to work in silos anymore. #sharingiscaring #educoach
  • Kerry_Foote21 Sep 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A4: take time.. get to know be teachers as educators and as people.. learn about the kids, the history of where the staff/district as a whole has been.. in the beginning, just be there to support in ANY way #educoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Gotta run! Great chatting with you guys. Going to my coach meeting tomorrow to get more ideas from the ones doing it a lot longer than me! #educoach
  • RachelLeForce Sep 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Glad to be a part of the chat. I'm entering my 3rd year as an elementary coach in Oklahoma City. #educoach
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining, Pam! Hope to see you at future #educoach chats!
    In reply to @specialtechie
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Q10: What is something you will take away from tonight’s chat and apply in your own situation? #educoach
  • EduGladiators Sep 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    💻 NEW month! NEW #Edugladiators series! Join the convo SATURDAY with Core Warrior @PaulONeill1972 moderating! Plus join our FB community The Arena 📲https://t.co/sYHQZuX95G #BmoreEdchat #CelebratED #educoach #OhEdChat #PTchat #sblchat #scitlap #Txed @kjones_curriki @Emersizzle
  • BethanyLigon Sep 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A5 - When teachers see principals keeping coaches out of the evaluative loop, it helps to build trust between the teacher and coach. #educoach
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    When I talked to @realAllisonW last week at our coach meeting, I put it on my calendar so I wouldn't forget! #educoach
    In reply to @lsmith0917, @realAllisonW
  • KathyPerret - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Tell @realAllisonW hello! :) #educoach
    In reply to @specialtechie, @lsmith0917, @realAllisonW, @realAllisonW
  • lsmith0917 - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Yay!! Hope to see you and @realAllisonW soon! #educoach
    In reply to @specialtechie, @realAllisonW, @realAllisonW
  • thelearningloop Sep 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Thanks @lsmith0917 and @KathyPerret for a great #EduCoach chat! Have an amazing week everyone!!
  • specialtechie Sep 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    I will! I'm assuming she has a good excuse. ;) #educoach
    In reply to @KathyPerret, @lsmith0917, @realAllisonW