Strategies for Coaching when it Doesn't Feel Student-Centered

Not all coaching fits in a student-centered coaching cycle. Let's explore how we can still coach effectively in these situations.

Task: Read the scenario on p. 4 in your handouts. Select the coaching moves that you would use.

Let's unpack the coaching moves that we selected.

Three Options for Coaching

• Coaching Cycle
• Informal Coaching
• Focus Cycle

Focus Cycle

• 1-2 weeks maximium
• In classrooms 3-5 times per week
• Regular co-planning
• Focus on instruction or classroom management (more teacher-centered)
• May be more directive

Reflect: Go back to your initial coaching reflection. Think about how you could have coached this teacher differently.

Next Steps