How it Works

Stages in a Student-Centered Coaching Cycle

In summary, in a student-centered coaching cycle, a coach will work with a teacher or a small group of teachers on a common goal chosen by the teacher(s). In a 4 to 6 week cycle we will plan, meet weekly, co-teach, and assess students, and look at student work in an ongoing cycle. The coach is viewed as a collaborative partner in helping the teacher reach their goal for students.

Informal Coaching

We also offer short-term support for teachers looking for a less structured support on something that can be accomplished with a meeting or two, or through just one or two classroom visits. You can let us know what you're looking for when you sign up.

Examples of Goals

What do we want students to know and be able to do?

Students will use mentor texts to help them improve their level of elaboration within their narrative writing pieces.
Use strategy groups to increase level of student writing
Students will use a variety of strategies to solve two and three digit addition and subtraction problems.
Students will be able to analyze the role of a key person in the American Revolution
Students will be able to read informational text and independently locate evidence within the text to support a claim.
Increase level of student writing through small group conferring

...and many more!