Introduction to instructional coaching
October 19 - November 23
October 19 - November 23
The process of coaching educators requires a complex and critical set of skills, and it differs greatly from educating and supporting students. Facilitating challenging conversations, offering actionable feedback, and increasing community and collaboration can be daunting, especially if you have not previously practiced instructional coaching. How can you strengthen and grow the leadership skills necessary to coach effectively and inspire change?
Throughout this five-part course, we’ll unite theory and practice as we delve into the core values that inform our coaching philosophy, explore adult learning principles, and equip you with actionable strategies for your professional growth. Whether you identify as a coach, a teacher leader, or a school or district administrator, this course will allow you to coach with confidence and compassion.
Throughout this five-part course, we’ll unite theory and practice as we delve into the core values that inform our coaching philosophy, explore adult learning principles, and equip you with actionable strategies for your professional growth. Whether you identify as a coach, a teacher leader, or a school or district administrator, this course will allow you to coach with confidence and compassion.
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Coaching for Change is a five-week, asynchronous online course. You'll be able to move through this course at your own pace, with no expectation to be online at specific times.
This course is designed to allow for approximately 2 hours of participation per week. While you can interact with each module as often as you'd like, we find that 2 hours per week / 1 module per week works best for participants. Throughout this course, you'll discover how to:
Is this course right for you? Coaching for Change welcomes all K-12 educators, but is best for those who are interested in:
Still have questions? Check out our FAQ. |
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Each module will include the following elements:
Cultivating Strengths: Classroom visitsGuiding principle: Classroom visits are often a key component of professional development for teachers, and to be effective, coaches need to recognize opportunities to cultivate each teacher's strengths. There are tools for making them positive and productive. Critical Reflection: Classroom debriefsGuiding principle: Classroom visits support improvement; the debrief after visits offer opportunities for critical, professional reflection on practice. Cycles of Inquiry: Meaningful meetingsGuiding principle: Meetings become most meaningful when they are framed by a cycle of inquiry that offers participants the opportunity to learn, apply, and revise their practices. Communities of Practice: Effective workshop planningGuiding principle: Workshops are most productive when they create a supportive, safe community for exploration and growth. Contextualized Design: Action planning for productive projectsGuiding principle: In order to take on crucial projects for educational improvement, we can develop customized plans, that address the specific needs, context, and goals of our professional community. |
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Courtney is a Senior Professional Development Advisor at CPET whose work is informed by her range of experiences as a high school and middle school teacher of English and the humanities. Grounded in the philosophies of project-based learning and literacy across the disciplines, Courtney supports school leaders and teachers to develop culturally relevant curriculum and practices in order to enable students and schools to thrive and achieve their potential. Currently, her work includes a focus on developing PLCs and school-wide practices to support struggling schools to leverage mandates and build on their strengths. She also supports early-career teachers through the New Teacher Network, coaching them through their first three years of teaching. |
FAQ
Registration
What are CTLE hours, and should I register for them?
Beginning in 2016, a registered holder of a NYS professional classroom teaching certificate, educational leadership certificate, or Level III teaching assistant certificate is required to successfully complete 100 Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) hours. Teachers College is a state-approved provider of CTLE hours, and participants can earn up to 10 hours for participating in this opportunity. Participation will be verified before CTLE credits are awarded.
CTLE information must be included on your registration form. If you decline CTLE hours at the time of registration and change your mind afterward, you'll need to contact us prior to the start of this conference. Once you begin, we'll be unable to accommodate new CTLE requests.
CTLE information must be included on your registration form. If you decline CTLE hours at the time of registration and change your mind afterward, you'll need to contact us prior to the start of this conference. Once you begin, we'll be unable to accommodate new CTLE requests.
Is there a New Teacher Network membership discount available for this opportunity?
No, this opportunity is not eligible for an NTN member discount. You are welcome to register & participate in this course after paying the registration fee, or you can visit our PD Opportunities page to see other opportunities where your discount will apply.
Can I pay for my registration with a purchase order?
Absolutely! Have your school contact cpet@tc.edu to initiate this process.
In your message, please make sure to provide:
This information will allow us to provide you with the documentation needed to create a PO. This documentation will include our vendor & DOE contract numbers.
Once we've received a PO, we will provide your school with a promo code to distribute to the teachers they are funding. The promo code will allow you to bypass Eventbrite's payment section, so that there is no out-of-pocket cost to you. You will still be required to complete a registration form.
In your message, please make sure to provide:
- your school name & address
- contact information (name & email) for the person who handles POs & payments at your school
- the number of teachers interested in registering for this opportunity
This information will allow us to provide you with the documentation needed to create a PO. This documentation will include our vendor & DOE contract numbers.
Once we've received a PO, we will provide your school with a promo code to distribute to the teachers they are funding. The promo code will allow you to bypass Eventbrite's payment section, so that there is no out-of-pocket cost to you. You will still be required to complete a registration form.
I have a promo code — where do I enter it?
Please see the blue text in the registration section that says "Enter promo code". Click that text, enter your code, and click "Apply". From there, you can continue with your registration as usual.
This course has already started. Can I still register?
Yes! You can register through November 8, 2020.
How do I change or cancel my registration?
If you need to change or cancel your registration for any reason, contact us at cpet@tc.edu.
If you choose to cancel your registration, we will be able to offer you a refund as long as you have not yet accepted the invitation to join the course.
If you choose to cancel your registration, we will be able to offer you a refund as long as you have not yet accepted the invitation to join the course.
Access & participation
How do I access this course?
Once you've registered, you will receive an email invitation to join our digital platform from Teachers College Canvas. From there, you will be able to set up a username and password.
If you register before October 19, you can expect to receive the invitation by October 19 when the course begins.
If you register after October 19, you can expect to receive the invitation within 48 hours of registration.
Course materials will be accessible immediately following your acceptance of the invitation.
If you register before October 19, you can expect to receive the invitation by October 19 when the course begins.
If you register after October 19, you can expect to receive the invitation within 48 hours of registration.
Course materials will be accessible immediately following your acceptance of the invitation.
What does a module include?
Each module will include the following elements:
*Must be completed to earn all CTLEs
- Instructional talks: A series of 3-4 short videos that break down the topic, provide examples, pose questions, and invite further reflection.
- Key resources: Downloadable resources for you to read, review, or use in your instruction.
- Discussion prompt*: Each module will pose a reflection question, which you can respond to using the discussion board. We want to hear from each person in the discussion board at least one time, and want each person to respond to a minimum of 2 other posts.
- Assignment*: Practical, hands-on assignments that will help you implement the content of the module and reflect on your experiences.
*Must be completed to earn all CTLEs
How much time will it take me to complete this course?
This course is designed to allow for approximately 2 hours of participation per week. This course runs from October 19 - November 23, and includes a total of five modules. While you can move through the course at your own pace, we find that approximately 2 hours per week / 1 module per week works best for participants.
Will I be expected to be online on specific days / at certain times?
No; this course is asynchronous. You can move through each module at your own pace.
How do I earn CTLE credits?
CTLEs are based on participation and completion of the course assignments and discussions (tasks). Completion of a task equals 1 CTLE credit.
Do I need to complete this course by a specific date?
All modules must be completed by the end of the course — November 23, 2020 at 11:59pm.
