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The Making Schools Work Podcast
Join us each week as we talk to different SREB team members and educators across the country to find out the latest in school innovations. From classroom instruction to school leadership, we are going to examine what it is that makes schools work!
The Making Schools Work Podcast
Special Episode: Coaching the Coaches - How One Georgia District Supports Instructional Coaching at Every Level
In this episode, Jason and Dan sit down with Kanisa Williams, an instructional coach from a large Georgia district, who coaches other instructional coaches. They talk about how coaching cycles are implemented not just with teachers, but with coaches, and the importance of modeling, trust-building and communication.
Kanisa shares how she supports new coaches in clarifying their role, planning productive coaching cycles and using teacher data to identify priorities.
Key Takeaways:
- How coaching cycles for instructional coaches mirror those for teachers
- Why modeling and co-planning are essential, even for coaching coaches
- Strategies for building trust in new coaching relationships
- Tips for setting clear goals and boundaries when you're new to a campus
- Using teacher data to guide the focus of coaching cycles
Mentioned in the Episode:
- Importance of early wins to build confidence with new coaches
- Creating clarity around a coach’s role to avoid being seen as “just an extra helper”
- The power of transparency and reflection in professional growth
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