Instructional Coaching

It’s important for coaches to be consistently available so teachers can take advantage of personalized professional learning.

A matrix based on a teacher’s belief in themselves and their belief in students can facilitate effective instructional coaching.

Clearly defined roles and responsibilities help relationships between instructional coaches and teachers work smoothly.

This collaborative decision-making model brings small groups of teachers together to seek solutions to challenges.

When teachers film themselves in the classroom, it helps them reflect on and improve their teaching practice.

Making the transition to a new role can be stressful, but you can prepare for the interview to demonstrate that you’re the best candidate for the job.

A four-step approach to group work can get students talking and boost their mathematical and metacognitive thinking.

We surveyed administrators, instructional coaches, and career counselors around the country for their insights on applying for teaching jobs this year.

The instructional coaching process can proceed in straightforward ways that provide encouragement and solutions-focused support.

An instructional coach and math teacher who developed a powerful model for student collaboration have tweaked it for the pandemic.

Teachers can help students master grade-level content by giving feedback that supports independent learning and progress.

Instructional coaches can use video to help new teachers learn through self-reflection and collaboration with more experienced colleagues.

Changing your staff’s instructional practices is never easy, but gathering teacher input and buy-in can make for a smoother transition.

Help new and veteran teachers improve their practice by implementing a few simple strategies.