Episode 32

6 Ways Teachers and Coaches can Collaborate in the Classroom That Support Student Achievement and build Professional Relationships

In this episode of the Digital Learning Today Podcast, Jeff welcomes Diane Manser and Allison Peterson on the program to discuss how Instructional Coaches and Teachers can work together in the classroom this year to support student achievement.

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  • Building relationships is the foundation of coaching and is crucial at the beginning of the school year.


  • Coaches should be sensitive to teachers' readiness and adjust their support accordingly.


  • Teachers can be proactive by identifying specific areas they want to work on and being open to support and resources.


  • Coaches should stay updated on district goals and initiatives to effectively support teachers.


  • Open-mindedness, focused goals, and dedicated time are key for successful coaching sessions. Building strong relationships with teachers is crucial for effective instructional coaching.


  • Navigating resistance and implementing change requires a balance between guidance and autonomy.


  • Patience and understanding are necessary when working with teachers to implement new programs and curricula.


  • Emotional challenges are inherent in teaching and coaching, and it is important to provide support and empowerment to educators.

Chapters


  • 00:00 Introduction and Building Relationships with Teachers


  • 04:25 Importance of Relationships and Readiness at the Beginning of the Year


  • 11:39 Proactive Teachers: Identifying Areas for Growth and Seeking Support


  • 16:35 Staying Updated: Coaches and District Goals


  • 19:28 Preparing for Coaching Sessions: Open-Mindedness and Focused Goals


  • 27:06 Building Strong Relationships: The Key to Effective Instructional Coaching


  • 29:21 Navigating Resistance and Implementing Change: Balancing Guidance and Autonomy


  • 36:45 Patience and Understanding: Supporting Teachers in Implementing New Programs


  • 43:34 Emotional Challenges in Teaching and Coaching: Providing Support and Empowerment


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About our Guests

Allison Peterson



Allison Peterson is the founder of the #NewtoCoaching Community where new Instructional Coaches can learn, connect, and be encouraged as they transition from the classroom to coaching. In addition to training and supporting new coaches, Allison consults with independent schools to help design and start their instructional coaching programs. She’s starting her 9th year out of the classroom as a coach. She is currently launching a new coaching program as a K-8 Instructional Coach at a school in North Georgia.


Diane Manser


Diane Manser is entering her 19th year teaching high school English in a suburban district of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Diane has just published a book about the emotional challenges of teaching called I Didn't Sign Up For This: One Classroom Teacher's Journey Through Emotional Fatigue to Personal Empowerment. Diane's mission is to expand educational conversation to include the emotional impacts of teaching, so all people understand the profession more holistically and so teachers' emotional strength is a priority. With nearly 20 years of classroom experience, Diane empowers teachers within their classrooms so they continue thriving in the profession they want to love.


In addition to co-hosting Digital Learning Today with the accomplished Jeff Bradbury, Diane and her work can be found at www.teachingisemotional.com, where you can join the mailing list to get a sample of the book to see if it's right for you as well as the latest resources and tips. Follow Teaching is Emotional on Instagram and TikTok and consider joining the private Facebook group, Teaching is Emotional.


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