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Expectations of Peer Coaching
2006-2007
Role of the teacher coach is to build capacity to implement effective instructional practices to improve teacher achievement.
Teacher Coach Qualifications
Knowledge of quality teaching and learning
- Planning for instruction (lesson planning; SMARTER; adaptations)
- Effective instruction for adults with learning disabilities
- Assistive technology
- Linking screening to instruction
- Classroom accommodations
- GED accommodations (forms; process)
Role of the administrator coach is to build capacity to implement systemic changes to more effectively serve adults with learning difficulties and disabilities and improve student achievement.
Administrator Coach Qualifications
Working knowledge of policies and procedures
- LD screening instruments
- LD Policy and Planning Guide
- Planning for systemic change related to LD/Special Needs
- Program documentation and recordkeeping
Training
Participate and complete coaching training
- Use coaching as a tool to enhance ongoing professional dialogue that develops self-directedness and produces high impact teaching and learning
- Define coaching process, roles and ABLE coaching model (gradual release of responsibility)
- Differentiate between peer coaching and mentoring and peer coaching and evaluating
- Reflect on the Five States of mind to design questions that mediate thinking and behavior, then practice paraphrasing and questioning techniques
- Create coaching framework maps to use with coaching conversations
- Practice effective interpersonal communication skills (listening, trust and relationship-building strategies)
- Reflect on personal coaching strengths and challenges
Network with coordinator and other coaches regularly through website and electronic lists
Complete a practice coaching session in September
Responsibilities
Complete a Letter of Intent
Secure a Letter of Reference
Complete Online Profile Form
Commitment
Complete required paperwork and forms
Keep accurate records and evaluations
Schedule time for pre, during and post coaching activities
Complete journaling log
Evaluate this process at end of year with Special Needs Task Force
Coaching is for growth - not correction or evaluation
Peer Coaching Online Profiles
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