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KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Good evening #educoach Let’s start by introducing ourselves and sharing a success story from the week!

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hi, everyone at #educoach!

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:02 PM EDT

My tweets for the next hour are dedicated to #educoach. Come join the PLN!

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:02 PM EDT

My #eduwin was the opportunity to learn from @jimknight99 for the past two days on Better Conversations! #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Welcome, Kim. Great to see you! #educoach

In reply to @kim_wakefield

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:02 PM EDT

If you are new to #educoach we use a Q1 A1 format. Please make sure to include the hashtag in your tweets.

mgevans450 Oct 18 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hello, Meg from Texas stopping by for the first time! #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Jesseb at at Junior College in CO. My success story is the tweet below! #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 6:13 PM EDT

That moment when a faculty member goes out of his way to let you know the project you partnered on was a hit! #coaching #partnershipapproach

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi, everyone! Cathy Swick, Learning Liaison from Tx. My #eduwin this wk was hosting our first #techmexPLC! #educoach

srabrewer Oct 18 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Happy Wednesday! Amber from NC, Instructional Coach #educoach #kidsdeserveit

Mr_F_Learning Oct 18 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Kevin, STEM/Tech Coach, NJ #educoach

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:04 PM EDT

It's Wednesday so I'll be lurking, learning and maybe giving my input in tonight's #educoach chat.

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Let’s get started with tonight’s topic: A Day in the Life of an Instructional Coach #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:04 PM EDT

That sounds fun! What types of things are you doing in your #techmexPLC? #educoach

In reply to @mrsswick

srabrewer Oct 18 @ 9:04 PM EDT

My #eduwin was getting to do some modeling with a teacher. #educoach

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Kim Wakefield, K-5 IC from Kalispell, MT. My #eduwin was celebrating great instruction happening in our intervention groups #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:04 PM EDT

That's awesome! #educoach Why do you think it was a hit?

In reply to @JessebAdam

arnoldtimw Oct 18 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Tim Arnold, e-Learning Specialist, IN-Reflecting on a great #ICEIndiana conference & trying out new apps and coaching cycle ideas #EduCoach

Camp_InclusivED Oct 18 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi from Texas! Regional coach near Waco. #eduwin getting w my friend @abnoussi to record a vlog about #videocoaching & @SibmeApp #educoach

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:05 PM EDT

HI all! Angela from Cincinnati #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Welcome! Glad you found us! #educoach

In reply to @mgevans450

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 What are some common duties/components each day that are essential for instructional coaching? #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Can't wait to see it! #educoach

In reply to @Camp_InclusivED, @abnoussi, @SibmeApp

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Kim High, K-5 IC in TN #educoach

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:06 PM EDT

oh and my #eduwin was when a skeptical teacher asked if I'd come do a demo lesson in his room. #educoach

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Michael Shunneson | Leader of Leaders from Richmond, IN | @wearrrichmond | #educoach

vickiGV Oct 18 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Vicki in Tennessee. I’m a HS IC. Been in leadership conferences all week. #educoach

srabrewer Oct 18 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: touching base with teachers and students, using clear communication, and managing a schedule. #educoach

Mr_F_Learning Oct 18 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: checking in with teachers to determine needs and find ways to meet them #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:06 PM EDT

He came to me. “The class needs a reset.” So we talked through student needs, he set a goal. It was all him! #educoach

In reply to @KathyPerret

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:06 PM EDT

That's a big deal, for sure! #educoach

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:06 PM EDT

oh and my #eduwin was when a skeptical teacher asked if I'd come do a demo lesson in his room. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:07 PM EDT

The Gif man! #educoach

In reply to @RiskTaker4Kids, @wearrrichmond

arnoldtimw Oct 18 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Intentional conversations. #EduCoach

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Greeting Ts in the morning, checking in w/ them-building relationships continuously #educoach

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 building relationships with teachers & students, observing classroom instruction with feedback & data, being available #educoach

supervxn Oct 18 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Good morning from Israel. I'm Noa, a sci T. My success for the week is getting a #minecraftedu seminar on the roll. #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Daily reflection -- what is the focus for the day? #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Checking in. Being present and available. Otherwise you will lose the pulse of where your Ts are at. #educoach

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: I'm part-time now, so it's more about what I do when I'm in a building, but I think checking in, and following up are key #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Welcome! So glad you could join us. Your #mindcraftedu seminar sounds exciting. #educoach

In reply to @supervxn

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Great advice! #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Checking in. Being present and available. Otherwise you will lose the pulse of where your Ts are at. #educoach

mgevans450 Oct 18 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 coaching both individuals and teams, liaison between Ts, campus administration, and district curriculum and instruction #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 Noticing a lot of "checking in" on Ts. Do you have ways to keep yourself organized? #educoach

supervxn Oct 18 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: to answer the Q: first of all, is an #educoach in the US similar to Israel? We meet with teams of Ts to improve their practice.

vickiGV Oct 18 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 being tech support, instructional support, moral support, etc. #educoach

srabrewer Oct 18 @ 9:11 PM EDT

I have a very detailed schedule that I follow to complete classroom visits and debriefs each week. #educoach

In reply to @KathyPerret

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 What % of your day is spent on: observations, coaching conversations, paperwork, communication? #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:11 PM EDT

As a newbie I’m finding I NEED ways of keeping organized. If only out of fear that I don’t follow-up/through on something for a T. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 Noticing a lot of "checking in" on Ts. Do you have ways to keep yourself organized? #educoach

supervxn Oct 18 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Thanks! It's funded by the Center of Education Technologies @CETtalk. For Ts who wanna start using #minecraftedu. #educoach @roishillo

In reply to @KathyPerret, @CETtalk, @roishillo

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:11 PM EDT

I'd love to know more about this! #educoach

srabrewer Oct 18 @ 9:11 PM EDT

I have a very detailed schedule that I follow to complete classroom visits and debriefs each week. #educoach
In reply to @KathyPerret

Mr_F_Learning Oct 18 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Going between 4 buildings and 53 teachers, I stay organized with G Suite #educoach

In reply to @KathyPerret

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Yes, my #timeandtodoplanner from @ms_houser keeps me very organized #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 Noticing a lot of "checking in" on Ts. Do you have ways to keep yourself organized? #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I had a feeling there was something YUMMY! #educoach

In reply to @mrsswick

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Melissa from TX.2 successes in one day -collaborating w/Ts on room env.&my Kinder team telling me they trust me enough to be open! #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Good evening #educoach Let’s start by introducing ourselves and sharing a success story from the week!

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Loving the organizational tips. May have to be a whole chat in itself! #educoach

srabrewer Oct 18 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I have 12 Ts on my coaching load. We visit each one 2-3 times before meeting and establishing a bite-sized action step. repeat. #educoach

In reply to @IAteacherNan

Camp_InclusivED Oct 18 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: ✅ cycle progress, having reflective dialogue w Ts, seeking resources, designing learning experiences, reflecting, learning #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Teacher took one look at my desk today: “Wow. Stickies. You need another desk!” #educoach

In reply to @AngelaFaulhaber

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: 60% paperwork, 30 % communication, 10% observations and coaching conversations #educoach

srabrewer Oct 18 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#metoo #educoach

In reply to @Mr_F_Learning, @KathyPerret

arnoldtimw Oct 18 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: 60% Conversations, 20% Communication, 20% Other #EduCoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I have a #OneNote page for almost every teacher, convo, project, etc. really helps. #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Yes, I think this is about how my time is spent, too. Wish it was more coaching conversations and observations! #educoach

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: 60% paperwork, 30 % communication, 10% observations and coaching conversations #educoach

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 Each day is different! Depends on T needs. I spend very little time on pprwk. Most time in classrooms or w/Ts. #educoach

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:15 PM EDT

observations 40%, coaching conversations 20%, paperwork 25%, communication 15%? #educoach

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: I really hope our coaches are able to build time into their schedule for them. Time to reflect, investigate and grow. #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: right now it seems like 50% assessment work, 50% assessment convos. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 Resource - here is a blog series from @SweeneyDiane on getting to 60% https://t.co/u0gymIbEqf #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:16 PM EDT

That's the way I'd like my day to be, too. Reality -- lots of time at computer reporting data or prepping PD. #educoach

In reply to @mrsswick

Camp_InclusivED Oct 18 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: at the regional level it depends but using a blended approach w #videocoaching & virtual conferences has made 🕰 more efficient #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Are there other possible ways for debriefs? #educoach Could you follow up virtually somehow?

In reply to @AngelaFaulhaber, @srabrewer

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1: Checking in w/Ts to gauge how they're doing, checking my schedule to keep me on track, communication, & feedback. #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 What are some common duties/components each day that are essential for instructional coaching? #educoach

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Often times Coaches get asked to do so many non-coaching activities. We've got to help them as admins to protect that time.#educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 Resource - here is a blog series from @SweeneyDiane on getting to 60% https://t.co/u0gymIbEqf #educoach

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:18 PM EDT

The coaching kit has great resources, I use them often with some of @jimknight99 checklists, etc as well #educoach

In reply to @vickiGV, @ms_houser, @jimknight99

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Protected time is very important. Comes back to our ROI (return on investment). #educoach

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Often times Coaches get asked to do so many non-coaching activities. We've got to help them as admins to protect that time.#educoach
- KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:15 PM EDT
  
  A2 Resource - here is a blog series from @SweeneyDiane on getting to 60% https://t.co/u0gymIbEqf #educoach

Mr_F_Learning Oct 18 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: mostly coteaching, conversations, and returning emails #educoach

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Checking in late! #Eduwins for today: coteach, peer walk, & PLC! #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:18 PM EDT

This is a tough issue for my P. Lots on her plate so I help as I can. Plus Ts are still not open to coaching cycles. #educoach

In reply to @RiskTaker4Kids

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Q3 What is your most important duty in your role? Why? #educoach

srabrewer Oct 18 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I did percent per week because of my schedule: 25% Observations, 30% Coaching Conversations, 20% PLC, 15% Other Mtgs, 5-50% Other #educoach

In reply to @IAteacherNan

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Interesting concept. I bet it gets you out among the staff! #educoach

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Our team has carts which are like a mini office on wheels!
In reply to @KathyPerret

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Yes! My thoughts exactly. I'm curious to learn more. #educoach

In reply to @supervxn

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I agree. We can accomplish a lot virtually. #educoach

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Virtual follow up is SO nice! I love that it gives me the opportunity to be truly intentional about my words!
In reply to @KathyPerret, @AngelaFaulhaber, @srabrewer

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Everything support! #educoach

In reply to @vickiGV

mgevans450 Oct 18 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 observing, listening, pre and post conferences, cheering Ts on, being a voice of the Ts to admin, and a million other hats! #educoach

vickiGV Oct 18 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I just bought Jim Knight’s Impact Cycle. It has great checklists. #educoach

In reply to @TeachHigh32, @kim_wakefield, @ms_houser, @jimknight99

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:20 PM EDT

It is such a luxury most #educoach don't get!

In reply to @AngelaFaulhaber

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: RTI, observations with effective feedback aligned to TEAM rubric, PLCs #educoach

Mr_F_Learning Oct 18 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: keeping people as happy as possible. Anticipating needs and trying to stay ahead of them #educoach

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:21 PM EDT

#educoach

In reply to @KathyPerret

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I'm new to the job, so right now most important duty is building trust and efficacy. Creating opportunities and T buy-in. #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Q3 What is your most important duty in your role? Why? #educoach

Camp_InclusivED Oct 18 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: reflective dialogue and questioning #educoach

srabrewer Oct 18 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I think this really depends on the relationship with the Ts. For some, there is great value in the "I see you beside me" approach #educoach

In reply to @KathyPerret, @AngelaFaulhaber

EduBenne Oct 18 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A1 bldg trust, co-teaching, co-planning, setting goals #educoach

arnoldtimw Oct 18 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: Supporting teachers who in turn impact students. If the ultimate benefactor isn't kids, what are we doing? #EduCoach

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2- communication 100% of the time including coaching conversations and about 50-50 observation &paperwork. #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 What % of your day is spent on: observations, coaching conversations, paperwork, communication? #educoach

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Can you skype in with them so you and they can stay in your respective buildings but still have a F2F conversation? #educoach

In reply to @AngelaFaulhaber, @KathyPerret, @srabrewer

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 Ensuring Ss make a years worth of growth / school year or more for under proficient Ss by supporting high leverage instruction #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Appropriate starting point! Building trust takes time and if you can find ways to show Ts the benefit of coaching -- YAY! #educoach

In reply to @AngelaFaulhaber

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 PLC & PD because teacher quality=student achievement #kidsdeserveit #educoach

mgevans450 Oct 18 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 I am not new to the role, but I am in a new place...so I am still building trust #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: in October? Boosting morale! #educoach

mgevans450 Oct 18 @ 9:24 PM EDT

This 🙌 #educoach

In reply to @arnoldtimw

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@IAteacherNan Can you do next question as well. I need to log back into Google. #educoach

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Yes! I love it! You can hear us rolling along for sure! #educoach

In reply to @KathyPerret

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:24 PM EDT

feel like we're on the right track! so thankful for this #educoach community that's really helped me establish that practice.

In reply to @IAteacherNan

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Yes, trust must be built in order to move ahead with coaching work! #educoach What is a way to accomplish this, do you think?

mgevans450 Oct 18 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 I am not new to the role, but I am in a new place...so I am still building trust #educoach

EduBenne Oct 18 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 my #1 duty is to be the “glue”, which boils downs to maintaining trust #educoach

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Yep!! It's all about students. #educoach

In reply to @arnoldtimw

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:25 PM EDT

If you purchase @jimknight99 books, you will get links to checklists on the @CorwinPress website. Well worth it! #educoach

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Where do you get @jimknight99 checklists?
In reply to @kim_wakefield, @vickiGV, @ms_houser, @jimknight99, @jimknight99

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Check out https://t.co/EQhkgsUNZ9 to participate in chat &obtain transcripts. #educoach, will also post new website https://t.co/qdSWLUIiYa

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:26 PM EDT

What's the thing you feel like has had the most long-term payoff? Is there anything you wish you'd done earlier? #educoach

In reply to @srabrewer

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3:Interactions with Ss! Working with Ts to impact their interactions with Ss and stud. achievement. #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Q3 What is your most important duty in your role? Why? #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Q4 What are barriers to effectively managing the daily coaching schedule to be successful? #educoach

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: Doing all I can, as best as I can to support our teachers as they work to improve student achievement. #educoach

mgevans450 Oct 18 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I have found that it is different for almost every individual. If you have found a silver bullet, please share! #educoach

In reply to @IAteacherNan

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Aim lines, monitoring benchmark data and intensity of instruction in Core and intervention blocks. Through Observations & Feedback #educoach

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:23 PM EDT

How do you measure this for all students?
In reply to @kim_wakefield

RockingReading Oct 18 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q3: Being an advocate for teachers, students, implementing best teaching practices, policies that make sense and so much more. #educoach

RockingReading Oct 18 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Mary from NC joining in late. Glad to be here. #educoach

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:27 PM EDT

True...but...#educoach

In reply to @IAteacherNan

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4 Having Admin that don't understand the impact and responsibilities of the role. #educoach

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4:The unexpected things that come up and can throw a winch in the flow of the schedule.Being flexible and staying positive helps! #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Q4 What are barriers to effectively managing the daily coaching schedule to be successful? #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Advice from this chat last year -- hallway smiles. Smiling goes a long way to get the trust started. Even if U feel invisible #educoach

mgevans450 Oct 18 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I have found that it is different for almost every individual. If you have found a silver bullet, please share! #educoach
In reply to @IAteacherNan

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:28 PM EDT

How can we address this common situation? #educoach

In reply to @mrsswick

Mr_F_Learning Oct 18 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4: life! Things come up and things fall between the cracks or need to get shelved to meet needs #educoach

arnoldtimw Oct 18 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A5: Being timely and responsive among 5 buildings and very diverse staff levels. Wasting time on one-size-fits-all PD. #EduCoach

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4.2 Ts who are resistant to coaching. #educoach

_datagirl Oct 18 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Whitney Ward, coach in Idaho - joining late #educoach

srabrewer Oct 18 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: when building admin do not utilize effective communication strategies & focus on putting out fires instead of fire prevention #educoach

In reply to @KathyPerret

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: As a newbie I think it’s balancing my own learning and engaging with teachers. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Welcome. Glad you could join us tonight. #educoach

In reply to @_datagirl

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Such important traits for a good #educoach!

In reply to @melissamcova

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4 Barriers can be ourselves by not allocating time for what's important, access to students & teachers or resources & training #educoach

Camp_InclusivED Oct 18 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Having an effective workflow, organization and communication method. Also comfort and direction working your cycles. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Q4 What are barriers to effectively managing the daily coaching schedule to be successful? #educoach

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Thank you! It keeps me going.#educoach

In reply to @mrsswick

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A5: problems that arise, other daily responsibilities #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I started a coaching highlights newsletter last year. Photos and captions of Ts work, briefly shared coaching cycle goals. #educoach

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4 Having Admin that don't understand the impact and responsibilities of the role. #educoach

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I agree! It's remembering things don't always go as planned or scheduled, but knowing how to balance and recover. #educoach

In reply to @Mr_F_Learning

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q5 What tips/tools do you have for others on managing the daily schedule of a coach? #educoach

vickiGV Oct 18 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3 PLCs, and building partnerships with teachers. I’m in my 2nd year & have a lot to learn. #educoach

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:31 PM EDT

#educoach also has to advocate for themselves and speak out of being asked to do "other" things.

In reply to @KathyPerret

_datagirl Oct 18 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I thought two buildings was difficult! #EduCoach

In reply to @arnoldtimw

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4 another barrier mentioned here in past -- making someone else's "emergency" our own. Can it wait? #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:32 PM EDT

So true. Maybe The #coachapproach to School Leadership would help a little. :) #educoach

In reply to @TeachHigh32, @mrsswick

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:32 PM EDT

That's neat!! I need to update my coaching wall. Thanks for the reminder! #educoach

In reply to @IAteacherNan

Mr_F_Learning Oct 18 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5: demonstrate your value and worth during free time. If you’reever bored, youre not doing it right #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5: OneNote has been great. Allows me to organize, create lists, reorganize and adjust. Also can be shared with teachers. #educoach

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: For me, it's just a time barrier. But in education, I feel like we always want more time. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Q4 What are barriers to effectively managing the daily coaching schedule to be successful? #educoach

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: Have a schedule, be flexible&positive if it changes& adjust as necessary. Follow up w/Ts to continue building relationships. #educoach

In reply to @KathyPerret

_datagirl Oct 18 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5. Start week & day w calendar. Prioritizing essential over urgent, at least on paper. Ending each day with reflection. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q5 What tips/tools do you have for others on managing the daily schedule of a coach? #educoach

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 Plan & prepare ahead for what is scheduled because daily surprises are real life! Be flexible, honest and organized #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 One organizational tip is keeping a bullet journal. https://t.co/QmnDv39Tgl #educoach

arnoldtimw Oct 18 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: Understand that you are the one with the flexible schedule. Before/After School, Preps, Lunch and Learn, Appy Hours, etc. #EduCoach

_datagirl Oct 18 @ 9:33 PM EDT

This!! Setting aside my own need to fix it for them... #educoach

In reply to @IAteacherNan

mgevans450 Oct 18 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 work backwards- have a long term goal, checkpoints, and set up your daily schedule from there with your priorities in mind #educoach

EduBenne Oct 18 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 be flexible but hold yourself accountable to the commitments you’ve made #educoach

RockingReading Oct 18 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Q4: Having so much on your plate (coaching, teaching, meetings, testing, trainings, etc) that nothing gets the needed attention. #educoach

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Need to set that up for my board! #educoach

In reply to @genevie79cr, @IAteacherNan

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:34 PM EDT

So true! #educoach

In reply to @AngelaFaulhaber

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: problems that arise, other daily responsibilities #educoach

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:34 PM EDT

would you mind sharing this with me if I sent you my email? Do you send it weekly? #educoach

In reply to @IAteacherNan

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Yes - we must tell our stories. #educoach

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:32 PM EDT

And tell your story- twitter, blog, T shout outs. Once they see all you do they will not want to add anything to your plate!
In reply to @KathyPerret

tostacy1 Oct 18 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4 Having to teach reading groups instead of coaching. #educoach

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5: I always start with my daily schedule & do my best to get to the most pressing items. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5 Jotting down three priorities helps me. Also daily gratitude journal in evening. #educoach

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I'll show you mañana. It's super easy! #educoach

In reply to @melissamcova, @IAteacherNan

Camp_InclusivED Oct 18 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Find a good system for organization & communication, use video, bask in the #eduwin & have grace in the inevitable mess of it all #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q5 What tips/tools do you have for others on managing the daily schedule of a coach? #educoach

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A5 all things google, notability, and stickies. TONS of stickies! #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q6 What types of things do you do outside of the school day related to your role? #educoach

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Stickies make everything better! #educoach

In reply to @mrsswick

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Don't forget to use the hashtag #educoach in your tweets. :)

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:38 PM EDT

thanks so much! #educoach

In reply to @IAteacherNan

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6 most research for tools and professional learning, planning, communication and data. Reflection too. #educoach

mbatson3 Oct 18 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6 Lots of personal PD! Searching resources for teachers. #educoach

In reply to @KathyPerret

ajfuelling Oct 18 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A2 - in a week I spend 50% time meeting with/observing teachers, 50% building relationships and helping with building PD #educoach

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: Twitter chats! lol. Lots of professional reading: blogs, books, Tweets. Always percolating. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q6 What types of things do you do outside of the school day related to your role? #educoach

Mr_F_Learning Oct 18 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: review schedule and curriculum, communicate with colleagues, practice the learning I preach, all get done during off hours #educoach

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:40 PM EDT

this is beautiful! #educoach

In reply to @Camp_InclusivED

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6: Prepping for coteaches, prepare PD, analyze data, update newsletters, set calendar, answer emails, read/research, etc. #educoach

NikMagee9 Oct 18 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A3: The most important role of an instructional coach is to provide continual support throughout a teacher's growth process. #educoach

EduBenne Oct 18 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6 lots and lots of reflection and reading and this counts too right? #educoach

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6: I appreciate our team participating in Twitter Chats, serving on committees and meeting with Ts. #educoach #CoffeeWithTheCadre

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6: Twitter chats, podcasts, reading books-lots of personal PD #educoach

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:41 PM EDT

this is so important. I want to have possibilities at my fingertips so when teachers talk, I can offer support/resources/ideas. #educoach

In reply to @mbatson3, @KathyPerret

ajfuelling Oct 18 @ 9:41 PM EDT

YES! #educoach

In reply to @arnoldtimw

vickiGV Oct 18 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q6 Planning, emailing, problem solving, learning, reading, & connecting w/ experiences ICs #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 How do you know when your day has been successful/when you’ve made an impact? #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6: reading. Lots of reading. #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:41 PM EDT

My newsletter link https://t.co/KAe3bWjDQn #educoach

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:42 PM EDT

For sure!! #educoach

In reply to @EduBenne

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A6 This may be how I am available to have so much time for Ts. Anything that doesn't involve Ts directly can be done after hrs. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:42 PM EDT

You may need to change a setting. Have to request access. :) #educoach

In reply to @IAteacherNan

_datagirl Oct 18 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A6 lots of reflection usually while running, podcasts in car, blog writing/reading, twitter chats, & naps help too, #educoach

Mr_F_Learning Oct 18 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7: when others are satisfied, i know the effort was worth it #educoach

vscollet Oct 18 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Using the internet safely: https://t.co/WteNCfVkC7 #TechCoach #EduCoach #LitCoach #InstructionalCoach

ajfuelling Oct 18 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7: When new teachers stop me "just for a second" #educoach

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7: My goal is to visit 2 classrooms a day. If I reach that goal and have given feedback to both Ts, I feel successful #educoach

_datagirl Oct 18 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I NEED to hear perspectives on this! One of my biggest struggles in this role! #educoach

In reply to @KathyPerret

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Yes - I love @audible_com Just started a book today on a long commute! #educoach

In reply to @Camp_InclusivED, @audible_com, @voxer, @audible_com

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:43 PM EDT

You do a great job of being accessible when it meets Ts needs. This is so much appreciated. #educoach

In reply to @arnoldtimw

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7: one way is that I'm noticing that Ts are starting to change the way they're talking about their own instruction. Powerful #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 How do you know when your day has been successful/when you’ve made an impact? #educoach

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6:Read, daily reflection, gather resources/materials, educate myself on standards, msg/chat with my admin team, Twitter! #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q6 What types of things do you do outside of the school day related to your role? #educoach

EduBenne Oct 18 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7 when my words trickle out of another’s mouth and they’ve made it their own #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:44 PM EDT

This is one reason I keep a #gratitudejournal. #educoach

In reply to @_datagirl

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A7 When Ts come looking for you! #educoach

NikMagee9 Oct 18 @ 9:45 PM EDT

How do you encourage a teacher who is resistant to coaching? #educoach

In reply to @mrsswick

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I really like this goal! Must give it my attention! #educoach

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7: My goal is to visit 2 classrooms a day. If I reach that goal and have given feedback to both Ts, I feel successful #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A7: I find it similar to teaching. Sometimes you know it in the moment, sometimes you don’t know for days, wks, yrs. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Can you find ways to dig deeper into the resistance? #educoach

In reply to @NikMagee9, @mrsswick

Camp_InclusivED Oct 18 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Feedback, confidence, and smiles from Ts and Ss #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 How do you know when your day has been successful/when you’ve made an impact? #educoach

_datagirl Oct 18 @ 9:46 PM EDT

This!! The cry of my heart! #educoach

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A7: one way is that I'm noticing that Ts are starting to change the way they're talking about their own instruction. Powerful #educoach
- KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:41 PM EDT
  
  Q7 How do you know when your day has been successful/when you’ve made an impact? #educoach

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Meet them where they are. Find out what they ARE willing to accept. It may be small, but it’s a start to open their minds #educoach

In reply to @NikMagee9, @mrsswick

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:47 PM EDT

But...hearing teachers talk about a lesson, watching great teaching you have feedback on, seeing students perform well. All of it. #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A7: I find it similar to teaching. Sometimes you know it in the moment, sometimes you don’t know for days, wks, yrs. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 What should every teacher/principal know about your schedule/daily work? #educoach

_datagirl Oct 18 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Time? Slow & steady trust building? I have to hope for that 😀! #educoach

In reply to @NikMagee9, @mrsswick

NikMagee9 Oct 18 @ 9:47 PM EDT

An instructional coaching newsletter is a great way to celebrate successes. #educoach

In reply to @IAteacherNan

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7: When our end of the day conversations have that vibe of excitement. They can feel when it's been a solid day. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I like to coach from strengths. I also highly recommend @jimknight99 book Better Conversations! #educoach

In reply to @NikMagee9, @mrsswick, @jimknight99

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8: That I REALLY care about everyone’s success and I am there for support, not judgement. #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8: my day is full of opportunities where I support our Ts and Ss! Doesn't always look like a coaching cycle . . .#educoach

mandymtaylor Oct 18 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Hey, #educoach! Just got home from a band concert, but wanted to say hi to my #PLN and tell you to keep your chins up! #shocktober

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7:Feedback from Ts&the look of relief on their faces!My favorite is getting feedback from Ss on how I impacted their classroom #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 How do you know when your day has been successful/when you’ve made an impact? #educoach

JessebAdam Oct 18 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8: it’s flexible. They shouldn’t hesitate to swing by, email, or call. Ever. #educoach

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7b: I can follow-up and get in classrooms to confirm for them what I see as well. It's fun to reaffirm the impact they have. #educoach

arnoldtimw Oct 18 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8: When you are in each building, who you are in a coaching cycle with, what you are working on. #EduCoach

Mr_F_Learning Oct 18 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8: flexibility is important #educoach

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Loved the learning but checking out early! I have certificates to prepare!!! This is only half the stack... #educoach

_datagirl Oct 18 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8 The way they feel about students is how I feel about them, I worry late@ night about their hearts too! I want them to succeed! #educoach

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A8: I'm committed to student success through teacher success... a champion for teachers through support, resources and positivity #educoach

NikMagee9 Oct 18 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5: Learn how to use triage data to determine degrees of urgency and focus the day on those primary goals. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q9 What is something you will take away from tonight’s chat? What goals do you have for yourself? #educoach

mandymtaylor Oct 18 @ 9:52 PM EDT

I have a shirt that says, "Text me, Tweet me, but don't call me." I get lots of msgs in the evenings when Ts reflect. #educoach

In reply to @JessebAdam

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:52 PM EDT

EXACTLY! #educoach

In reply to @_datagirl

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A8 Our coaches are BUSY. They are working and making our schools better in so many ways. #educoach (At least that's an admin's perspective)

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 What should every teacher/principal know about your schedule/daily work? #educoach

genevie79cr Oct 18 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Agreed! The kids are the best! #educoach

In reply to @melissamcova

Camp_InclusivED Oct 18 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Love this! #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8: my day is full of opportunities where I support our Ts and Ss! Doesn't always look like a coaching cycle . . .#educoach

mbatson3 Oct 18 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8 everything that I do is intentionally meant to have a positive impact on teachers and students from hallway coaching and conversations to formal coaching cycles #educoach

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A9: I ❤️ the idea of writing my top 3 priorities each day and reflecting #educoach

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:53 PM EDT

yes! I send them funny memes, or tweet links that relate to something I know they've been thinking about. We're in it together. #educoach

In reply to @TeachHigh32, @_datagirl

vickiGV Oct 18 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q9 Connections. 2 observations a day goal. #educoach

IAteacherNan - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Lots of coaching is done in the hallway! #educoach

mbatson3 Oct 18 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8 everything that I do is intentionally meant to have a positive impact on teachers and students from hallway coaching and conversations to formal coaching cycles #educoach

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I love this!! I bet your Ts do too. #educoach

In reply to @AngelaFaulhaber, @_datagirl

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A9: so many. the to-do list, the newsletter. And the idea of #eduwins. I want to ask Ts about their own. #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q9 What is something you will take away from tonight’s chat? What goals do you have for yourself? #educoach

melissamcova Oct 18 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8: I am busy but will adjust to meet their needs too! I Love my new role as literacy coach and helping Ts improve in their craft #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 What should every teacher/principal know about your schedule/daily work? #educoach

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:55 PM EDT

This is awesome. I know this is true for so many of our coaches. Thanks for sharing...This is how I feel about our Cs and Admins #educoach

In reply to @_datagirl

AngelaFaulhaber Oct 18 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I'm always blown away by how much can happen in a hallway conversation! #educoach

In reply to @mbatson3

kim_wakefield Oct 18 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A9 goal: to time track my day & week to ensure I'm with teachers in classrooms. focus on the positives and take time to reflect #educoach

_datagirl Oct 18 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Simple & impactful! The best combination!#educoach

In reply to @AngelaFaulhaber, @TeachHigh32

Camp_InclusivED Oct 18 @ 9:55 PM EDT

🙌🏻 #educoach

mbatson3 Oct 18 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8 everything that I do is intentionally meant to have a positive impact on teachers and students from hallway coaching and conversations to formal coaching cycles #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Here is a past post on newsletters https://t.co/ZDolrnen5a #educoach

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:56 PM EDT

That’s where most of my Coaching is done #educoach

In reply to @IAteacherNan

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Q10 What other topics would U like to discuss here at #educoach Or do you have ideas for us as we make a transition. https://t.co/Q5oQITQIL8

RiskTaker4Kids Oct 18 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Walk and talks are often better than formal meetings. #educoach

In reply to @TeachHigh32, @IAteacherNan

TeachHigh32 Oct 18 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I agree! #educoach

In reply to @RiskTaker4Kids, @IAteacherNan

mrsswick Oct 18 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A9 Love the newsletter! Need to be more consistent with the gratitude journal. Excellent chat tonight!! #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:57 PM EDT

We also have a Google Form at the bottom of our new website for topic suggestions https://t.co/JffEmPDpj4 #educoach

KathyPerret - Moderator Oct 18 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Q10 What other topics would U like to discuss here at #educoach Or do you have ideas for us as we make a transition. https://t.co/Q5oQITQIL8