#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 August 9, 2017
9:00 PM EDT
participatechat
Aug 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#educoach
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/aU12WOdIZN
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Good evening
#educoach
Let’s start by introducing ourselves and sharing a success story from the week!
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
I'm Kathy one of the co-moderators of
#educoach
. I may be moderating solo tonight.
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT
I am an educational consultant with one goal - for YOU to SHINE!
https://t.co/5OSUm379Qe
#educoach
kmurfitt1
Aug 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hi friends! Kimm from NC.
#educoach
MrsMoodyIC
Aug 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT
I'm Tonya, first year IC, Indiana. my
#eduwin
was making it through the first day with students today without having a classroom.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT
My
#eduwin
this week was learning from
@SweeneyDiane
for two days this week!
#EduCoach
CaldayWWS
Aug 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hi-I am Carrie from IN. School started today-we had a great day! This is the first year to have IC in all buildings!
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Cute gif! Hello from Iowa.
#educoach
In reply to @kmurfitt1
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT
How did it go? I remember those first years. (lots of tears - from me - at home) Missed the kids!
#EduCoach
In reply to @MrsMoodyIC
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Awesome! Sounds like you are started on a great journey!
#EduCoach
In reply to @CaldayWWS
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:06 PM EDT
You'll love
@SweeneyDiane
#educoach
In reply to @MrsMoodyIC, @SweeneyDiane, @SweeneyDiane
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:06 PM EDT
You will. Give yourself time. Keep moving forward.
#educoach
In reply to @MrsMoodyIC
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:07 PM EDT
If you are new to
#educoach
we use a Q1 A1 format. The best place for transcripts is
https://t.co/QtuZlzEFMo
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Tonight’s Topic is: Ch. 2 of The
#CoachApproach
- co written by the
#educoach
co-moderators
@principalj
,
@shiraleibowitz
&
@kathyperret
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Chapter 2 is titled, Putting on Your Coach’s Hat
#educoach
MrRossWC
Aug 9 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Hi! Mike from Iowa. MS/HS instructional coach in literacy and Social studies. Year 2 starts tomorrow!
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Q1: What led you to your current role in education?
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Welcome fellow Iowan! The start of a new school year is always an exciting time.
#educoach
In reply to @MrRossWC
MrsMoodyIC
Aug 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1: my current position as a K-4 IC felt like a calling. I wanted the ability to be a supporter for all Ts and their Ss
#educoach
CaldayWWS
Aug 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1-I am Dir of El Curric & Instruct. This is a new position-I was drawn b/c of passion for coaching, leadership & learning.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1 My journey to an educator started when I was about 10. Played school in basement. Always wanted to empower others.
#educoach
woodsdana
Aug 9 @ 9:14 PM EDT
I am not an
#educoach
but I am going to linger if you all don't mind.
MrRossWC
Aug 9 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A1: I wanted a chance to learn more, work with teachers, and help a larger group of Ss.
#educoach
nicole_teach
Aug 9 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Fantastic Discussions on Academic Coaching with
#scesdshines
coaches!!
@salinascitysd
#educoach
…
https://t.co/sZb4AtW1D3
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A1 I wear to hats. Consultant by day&night. I love that I have the opportunity to work with so many coaches in person & virtually.
#educoach
artofcoaching1
Aug 9 @ 9:16 PM EDT
Are you an
#Educoach
? You can now LISTEN to the Art of Coaching Teams! It's on Audible!
https://t.co/iU7IJkJR8V
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:16 PM EDT
We love having you. Coaching isn't about a position. Any educator can be a coach and be coached.
#educoach
In reply to @woodsdana
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Q2: Was there someone who inspired you to be where you are at? What traits do you carry with you today?
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A2 I've had many mentors and coaches in my life. They built on my strengths, they didn't give up on me, they push my learning.
#educoach
CaldayWWS
Aug 9 @ 9:19 PM EDT
Got to run. Have a great week!
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:19 PM EDT
Thanks for popping in. Have a great week.
#educoach
In reply to @CaldayWWS
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A2 I wanted to do for others what they did for me.
#payitforward
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A2 I've had many mentors and coaches in my life. They built on my strengths, they didn't give up on me, they push my learning.
#educoach
woodsdana
Aug 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A2 I'm still making up my mind if I am throw you in the water and swim back coach, or a jump in when you are ready kind of coach
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
As coaches I think we have to remember this and be mindful to be a partner in the process.
#educoach
In reply to @woodsdana
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
Q3: If someone were to follow you around and observe your day-to-day actions, how would they know you wear a coach’s hat?
#educoach
learning2
Aug 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2:
#Learning2
has been lucky to host a range of inspiration gurus for 10 years this November
#educoach
https://t.co/IPUM9pk8UX
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Q2: Was there someone who inspired you to be where you are at? What traits do you carry with you today?
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT
I am a "I'll get in the water and swim with you coach."
#educoach
In reply to @woodsdana
ScottKinkoph
Aug 9 @ 9:25 PM EDT
Three years into coaching and the most valuable thing you can do is say "Hi" and form relationships.
#educoach
In reply to @MissJLMiller9
woodsdana
Aug 9 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A3 They would know I was a coach because I model, give students chances to model, and then let them learn and notice what happens
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A3 Some of my day-to-day work is providing learning opportunities. I have moved from the "talking head" PD to a coach/facilitator.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
Q4: What are ways you ensure you are visible during the school day?
#educoach
kmurfitt1
Aug 9 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A2: A mentor who made everyone feel like he or she was the most important person. Never in a hurry when spending time with you
#educoach
woodsdana
Aug 9 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4 I do some tech support and training on an extra prep or two during the week. I walk around and peak in on teachers
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:28 PM EDT
What a wonderful feeling!
#educoach
In reply to @kmurfitt1
mandymtaylor
Aug 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT
Online collaboration has been helpful to me now that I'm the only one on my campus with my job.
#educoach
#3rdchat
That connection matters!
In reply to @katnish16
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT
That's awesome - I bet it makes them feel comfortable knowing you are around to assist.
#educoach
In reply to @woodsdana
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q5: As a coach or a principal wearing a coaching hat, how do you help teachers know that classroom visits are not evaluative?
#educoach
mandymtaylor
Aug 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Can't stay long, but wanted to drop in! Mandy, elem
#educoach
in
@hayscisd
(between Austin and San Marcos)
#txed
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A5 Sharing coaching beliefs often with Ts is important, not just at the beginning of the year.
#educoach
PrincipalJ
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Sorry I'm missing
#educoach
tonight...trying to join in 1 handed!
woodsdana
Aug 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A5 As support guy I can wear that hat and make observations as tech integration trainer incognito
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
No worries
@PrincipalJ
- You have a lot on your plate right now.
#educoach
In reply to @PrincipalJ, @PrincipalJ
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT
True. You have the opportunity to see a lot of teaching in action and then assist w/the integration! #
#educoach
In reply to @woodsdana
PrincipalJ
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
Thanks for holding down the
#educoach
fort!
In reply to @KathyPerret
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
It will. Give it time. Missing kids is a good thing - it will help you get in classrooms more!
#educoach
In reply to @MissJLMiller9, @MrsMoodyIC
LitROCK_taylor
Aug 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A5 Have a strong relationship established so time in their room isn't perceived as intrusive or an assessment
#educoach
PrincipalJ
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5: By not evaluating! Recognize the good, ask questions , share their strengtgs with others
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Very true - it all boils down to relationships and trust, doesn't it!
#educoach
In reply to @LitROCK_taylor
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Q6: Think about when you may have been a teacher, how could(or did) an administrator empower & inspire you to grow professionally?
#educoach
LitROCK_taylor
Aug 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
I'm jumping in late tonight...school starts tomorrow so I'll be in and out!
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
No worries. Being prepared for school is the most important!
#educoach
In reply to @LitROCK_taylor
PrincipalJ
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
aooh Happy 1st day of school!
#educoach
In reply to @LitROCK_taylor
LitROCK_taylor
Aug 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A6 constructive feedback! Hearing, "you're doing great" does nothing for teacher growth. Highlight strengths, create goals
#educoach
woodsdana
Aug 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A6 Trust, and letting me make mistakes, open door for reflection
#educoach
MrsMoodyIC
Aug 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A6: a coach empowers you when they recognize and acknowledge your strengths while helping you reach new professional goals.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q7: What obstacles get in the way of coaching actions - either as an instructional coach or administrator?
#educoach
PrincipalJ
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A7: Judging or telling how you would do it
#educoach
MCUSDSupe
Aug 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Coaching depends on trust and the true belief that the coach is invested ONLY in the individual - not organization outcomes.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q7: What obstacles get in the way of coaching actions - either as an instructional coach or administrator?
#educoach
LitROCK_taylor
Aug 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A7 the volume of teachers we work with.
@LitROCK_forth
and I work with 19 buildings in the area of ELA
#educoach
PrincipalJ
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
That's true....it's hard to balance coaching support for a high #. Do you have suggestions?
#educoach
In reply to @LitROCK_taylor, @LitROCK_forth
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Q8: Some obstacles were mentioned. What are possible solutions to overcoming the obstacles?
#educoach
genevie79cr
Aug 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
What!?! Lost track of time and now I'm missing
#educoach
!
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
You still have about 12 minutes. Thanks for popping in!
#educoach
In reply to @genevie79cr
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT
@SweeneyDiane
laid out a good plan of action. I'm going to reflect and blog about it soon.
#educoach
In reply to @LitROCK_taylor, @LitROCK_forth, @SweeneyDiane
PrincipalJ
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT
I was late too! LOL
#educoach
In reply to @genevie79cr
MCUSDSupe
Aug 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
To quote
@IPA_Jason
- RELATIONSHIPS. And relationships is spelled with four letters - T-I-M-E
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Q8: Some obstacles were mentioned. What are possible solutions to overcoming the obstacles?
#educoach
PrincipalJ
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A8: Making sure to build rapport/relationships first and realize that tchrs will be at different stages for support/coaching.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Q9: Coaching isn’t about a position. How can you help guide teachers to learn from one another?
#educoach
genevie79cr
Aug 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Genevie joining in super late!!! Was helping the hubby with data reports for his campus & lost track of time!!
#educoach
PrincipalJ
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A9: I want to implement the pineapple chart this year for teachers to learn from one another.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A9 Noticing the awesome things happening in the building and connecting Ts with each other.
#educoach
LitROCK_taylor
Aug 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A9 I love facilitating classroom visits across the district. Ts can learn so much from each other!
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
What about giving the Ts a few blog posts to read, discuss, and build their own process.
#educoach
In reply to @PrincipalJ
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Great way to help Ts see others teach! Having you to facilitate/debrief is powerful.
#educoach
In reply to @LitROCK_taylor
genevie79cr
Aug 9 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Great idea!
#educoach
In reply to @KathyPerret, @PrincipalJ
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:56 PM EDT
You could include some
#observeme
blog posts too. Grow it from within.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
What about giving the Ts a few blog posts to read, discuss, and build their own process.
#educoach
In reply to @PrincipalJ
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Q10: What are some take-aways you have from this evening’s chat on Chapter 2 of The
#CoachApproach
#educoach
DevEducators
Aug 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
A very quick watch for all admins & educators
#leadupchat
#msmathchat
#eduawesome
#21stedchat
#educoach
#ntchat
#PLN
https://t.co/PudWanYGrp