Instructional Coaching

Incorporating digital collaboration into PD gives teachers a model to replicate when setting up tech activities for students.

These strategies can help educational specialists become allies and form supportive relationships with teachers, even across multiple campuses

An instructional coach looks at several ways teachers can take ownership of their professional development.

A matrix based on a teacher’s belief in themselves and their belief in students can facilitate effective instructional coaching.

When instructional coaches also teach in the classroom, they can build mutual trust and respect with teachers.

If schools want a strong collegial atmosphere, they need to foster it intentionally—both across the school and on smaller scales.

When teachers film themselves in the classroom, it helps them reflect on and improve their teaching practice.

New tools are leveraging artificial intelligence to help teachers glean insights into how they interact with students.

For school administrators, it’s tempting to rush into new initiatives, but setting a slower pace offers many benefits.

Integrating peer review systems into teacher evaluations can lead to improved teacher effectiveness, academic achievement, and collaboration among colleagues.

Making the transition to a new role can be stressful, but you can prepare for the interview to demonstrate that you’re the best candidate for the job.

Staff and students alike benefit when teachers are given the opportunity to collaborate, problem solve, and improve their craft through coaching across their careers. 

A four-step approach to group work can get students talking and boost their mathematical and metacognitive thinking.

These collaborative strategies center teachers’ voices in instructional coaching relationships.

We surveyed administrators, instructional coaches, and career counselors around the country for their insights on applying for teaching jobs this year.