Tiered Coaching for Teacher Growth: A Comprehensive Framework to Support Effective Instructional Coaching

Presented by Nicole S. Turner

Instructional leaders (e.g., coaches, principals, and teacher leaders) work with teachers to improve educational outcomes for their students. This role can be overwhelming, especially when students and teachers have lost a full year of academic instruction.

The question now is, “Where do I begin to help teachers and students make true instructional gains?” In this session, instructional leaders gain access to a simple yet comprehensive framework for coaching that allows for differentiated support for teachers and provides a plan to deliver high-quality professional development. This framework introduces a quick strategy for identifying teacher needs, tips for developing a coaching plan, and approaches to use with teachers for support. Participants walk away with a clear and achievable vision for making a difference in the classroom.

Learning Outcomes:

• Learn a comprehensible coaching framework designed to identify teachers' needs, structure coaching plans, and implement targeted strategies for support.
• Understand the pivotal role of instructional leaders in supporting teachers to enhance student outcomes, particularly following disruptions.
• Develop strategies to provide tailored coaching support that addresses the unique strengths and challenges of individual teachers, promoting their professional growth.