Reflective Supervision & Consultation 

Reflective supervision/consultation (RS/C) is a collaborative relationship for professional growth that improves program quality and strengthens practice. It builds the capacity of individuals, relationships, and organizations by cherishing strengths and partnering around vulnerabilities 

~(Rebecca Shahmoon-Shanok,1991)

Benefits of experiencing RS/C in as an early childhood coach

• Sessions occur at a consistent regular time, either as a 1:1 or a in a group, and is facilitated by someone who meets Colorado’s standards for qualification to provide RS/C. 

• Form relationships with the facilitator and other group members who support their professional development and growth. 

• Build reflective capacity through the discussion of strengths, vulnerabilities and the interconnected relationships and interactions surrounding the child.  

• Improve the effectiveness of staff in using a reflective approach to engaging coaches, educators and families.  This increased sense of effectiveness can enhance staff members’ sense of competence and job satisfaction, thus serve to reduce burnout and decrease staff turnover. 

• Enhance understanding of boundaries and roles and clarifies goals and areas of possible intervention and next steps.

• Prepare for your coach credential renewal by accumulating 24 hours of reflective supervision over the course of the 3 years the credential is active.