Remote Coaching versus Traditional Coaching Instructional coaching during

Remote Coaching versus Traditional Coaching Instructional coaching during this time of remote learning is a new experience for most. However, it is vital that teachers continue to receive high-quality professional learning opportunities that coaches provide. This session will include recommendations on how coaches can continue to support and engage teachers in the remote learning environment.

Our Mission “A poverty mindset is not about economic deprivation. It’s about living with meager possibilities. ” To serve communities by leading a literacy campaign that connects stakeholders with research and resources in order to provide the best opportunities for every child.

Session Goals Learn strategies for supporting teachers in a virtual environment Gain tools to support their coaching practice

The Foundation

Relationships Still Matter

A Coach is… Data Coac h Technolog y Specialist School Leade r Instructiona l Specialist Learning Facilitator Resourc e Provider Motivator Curriculu m Specialist Mentor Mindfulnes s Resource Risk Promote r Digital Buddy

How You Can Help ENGAGE REINVENT YOUR COACHING LEAD AS A LEARNER BE MINDFUL

Engage

Check-in • Consider ways you might be a “listening ear. ” • Connect with teachers by phone or text to provide encouragement. • How are things going for you and your families? • How can we care for each other during this period of time?

Don't assume Communicate Your Role Make it visible Re-share often

Be Intentional • Engage in regularly scheduled PLCs. • In-person • Virtually • Engage in planning sessions with teams or groups of teachers. • Schedule office hours.

Reinvent Your Coaching

Adapt

Coaching Cycle

Feedback Provide feedback on remote-learning plans. Pose questions such as: • How might you give students feedback? • How might you help students find resources? • How will you provide students with practice opportunities that allow them to continue progressing with skills that have already been introduced?

• Monitor student online activity. • Offer tech support as appropriate. • Generate a teacher “wellness” Power. Point presentation that includes recommendations for online resources and other considerations. Support "Outside the Box"

Lead as a Learner

Continue Strong Pedagogical Instruction

Share the Load • Ask to be invited as a co-teacher or co-host during an online class to allow for collaboration and support during remote learning. • Coordinate with the classroom teacher to: • Conference with readers/writers. • Listen to students read 1: 1. • Field student questions or support assignments.

Share the Load • Record some of the lessons. • Record read-alouds of upcoming lessons or favorite books. (*note Copyright) • Be a “guest”: • Read a book. • Teach a favorite lesson. • Share about…

Be Mindful

Cognitive Overload

Resources

Resources • • • How is Distance Coaching Different from in the Classroom Coaching 4 Tips for Coaching in Unprecedented Times Instructional Coaching During the Coronavirus Crisis Supporting Educators in a Virtual World Coaching During this Time of Remote Learning Free Resources for Instructional Coaches

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