Instructional Coaching with Ms. B

Wondering what you should do each month as an instructional coach? This episode is for you!I share a year-long guide to coaching with actionable steps and PD topics for each month. You’ll learn what to do at the beginning of the year and how to create an action plan to support teacher growth. Plus, I explain how my coaching planner can make it easier to stay focused all year long.Whether you're a new coach or looking to refine your systems, this episode provides the plan you need to help teachers grow their practice. Listen now to get started creating your year-long coaching plan.-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coaching Year Planner - Calendar + Checklists + Monthly PD Topics - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Instructional-Coaching-Year-Planner-Calendar-Checklists-Monthly-PD-Topics-13103017Instructional Coaching Start-Up Course - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/startupFree Instructional Coaching Jump Start Course - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/jumpstartInstructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode221Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

We’re wrapping up season 6 with an episode all about troubleshooting your instructional coaching. I break down five common coaching challenges and offer strategies to overcome each one. You’ll get ideas for building relationships, clarifying your role, kickstarting your coaching work, and ensuring your efforts actually stick. Plus, I highlight episodes from the past six seasons to support you as you navigate these challenges.Listen now to start the new year feeling confident and ready to reset your coaching practice!The show will return in February with brand-new episodes! During the break, I’ll be sharing some of the most popular episodes from the past six seasons.Have feedback, ideas for new episodes, or want to suggest a guest? Visit buzzingwithmissb.com/survey and enter to win a $25 gift card! Your input helps me plan the content that best meets your coaching needs.Thanks for being part of our coaching community! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the launch of season 7.-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coaching Action Plan Bundle - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coaching-action-plan-bundleFree Five-Day Challenge: Coaching Resistant Teachers - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/resistanceInstructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode259Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

How do you really know if your coaching is making a difference?In this episode, Dr. Jana Lee joins me to discuss evaluating work to provide evidence of instructional coaching effectiveness. We break down the indicators of instructional coaching impact and explore what real coaching success looks like in practice. Dr. Lee offers ideas for gathering both qualitative and quantitative evidence of your coaching impact. We discuss some common issues that interfere with effective coaching. You’ll hear how to use teacher surveys, classroom observations, student artifacts, and other data to paint a full picture of your effectiveness. Plus, we chat about building relationships with teachers and supporting different grade levels.This episode is a must-listen if you’re ready to reimagine how you evaluate your coaching! Tune in now!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coaching Action Plan Bundle - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coaching-action-plan-bundleFree Five-Day Challenge: Coaching Resistant Teachers - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/resistanceInstructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode258Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

Looking for a fresh start this January? In this episode, principal and leadership coach Chanavia Patterson joins me to explore a mid-year reset: reintroducing yourself as a coach. She breaks down her powerful RESET framework for school leaders and instructional coaches. You’ll hear how to reframe your leadership mindset, equip your team, structure your time, engage in meaningful feedback, and tackle challenges with a coach.We also discuss micro moments to boost morale, using audits to gather feedback, and culture-based leadership. Plus, Chanavia shares tips for getting through the last few weeks of December and nine reflective questions every coach should answer before winter break.You’ll get actionable tips for preplanning your spring semester, so you head into January prepared and ready to go! Listen to the full episode for all the details!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coaching Action Plan Bundle - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coaching-action-plan-bundleFree Five-Day Challenge: Coaching Resistant Teachers - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/resistanceInstructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode257Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

In this episode, I share how coaches can use co-teaching to support teachers. You’ll hear about my struggles and breakthroughs as a new coach, plus discover why co-teaching is such a powerful tool for helping teachers make real changes in their classrooms.I walk you through how to plan and execute a co-teaching lesson, from pre-conference planning to post-lesson reflection. You’ll learn how using co-teaching as part of a gradual release model in your coaching cycles can build teacher independence and responsiveness, while providing differentiated support along the way.This episode is packed with practical tips, real-life examples, and a step-by-step guide to making your co-teaching experiences meaningful for you, your teachers, and your students. Tune in and learn how to make co-teaching an integral part of your coaching practice!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach Binder Megapack – Editable Forms, Calendars, Planning Tools - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coach-binder-megapack-editable-forms-calendars-planning-toolsFree Coaching Cycle Crash Course - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/cyclesThe Confident Literacy Coach - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.com/Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode256Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

Ever walked out of an observation thinking, “Okay… now what?” Then this episode is for you! In “How to Make Coaching Observations Better,” I share what makes classroom visits truly impactful, plus everything I wish I’d known when I started coaching.You’ll learn why classroom observations matter and how focusing on a clear teacher goal makes your feedback more meaningful. I share best practices for building trust with teachers, so they see you as a helpful partner, not a snitch. You’ll hear stories from chaotic classrooms (including kids bopping others on the head with pencils—yes, really!). Discover simple ways to record and reflect on data so your feedback feels helpful instead of overwhelming. Plus, get easy-to-implement follow-up options, like co-teaching, modeling lessons, and video coaching, to keep the momentum going after your observation.If you’ve ever felt stuck figuring out what to focus on during a classroom observation, or want to make sure your next feedback conversation leads to results, listen now! You’ll walk away with strategies that turn observations into actionable feedback that teachers can actually use!Ready to make classroom observations better? Hit play now!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/ Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-B Instructional Coaching Forms: Editable PDFs and Google Slides - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coaching-forms-editable-pdfs-and-google-slides Free Coaching Cycle Crash Course - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/cycles The Confident Literacy Coach - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.com/ Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode255  This episode is sponsored by EduTrack! They offer effortless CEU management for busy teachers. Use the link to get a free 14-day trial and simplify your CEU tracking. https://edutrack.io/?aff=cbeltran To learn more about EduTrack, check out this video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzrL3qTIZhg  Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching! Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

Looking to create real growth and collaboration among teachers? When educators learn from one another, schools experience greater alignment, deeper collaboration, and more confident teachers!In this episode, we explore one of the most impactful coaching strategies: visiting a colleague. I share practical tips for setting up a visit, choosing the right classroom, navigating the logistics, and making the follow-up conversation meaningful. Plus, you’ll learn about creative variations to try when teachers are new to peer observations or scheduling is a challenge.Educators benefit tremendously from stepping outside their own classrooms to learn from other teachers, especially those who are navigating new grade levels or content areas. Listen now to this episode, “Visiting a colleague, Peer Observations, or Learning Walks “.-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coaching Forms: Editable PDFs and Google Slides - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coaching-forms-editable-pdfs-and-google-slidesFree Coaching Cycle Crash Course - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/cyclesThe Confident Literacy Coach - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.com/Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode254This episode is sponsored by EduTrack! They offer effortless CEU management for busy teachers. Use the link to get a free 14-day trial and simplify your CEU tracking. https://edutrack.io/?aff=cbeltranTo learn more about EduTrack, check out this video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzrL3qTIZhgThank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

What if every hallway chat or teacher complaint could become a coaching opportunity?Today, we’re kicking off our new series, Your Coaching Strategy Toolbox! In this episode, we’re talking about the mindset shift of Always be coaching: How to leverage every interaction. Discover strategies for turning even the shortest conversation or check-in into a coaching opportunity. I break down why traditional coaching cycles aren’t the only way to support teachers and explain how low, medium, and high-impact coaching strategies can help you reach more team members. You’ll learn about stealth coaching opportunities, how to win over resistant teachers, and get ideas for building a flexible coaching toolbox. Plus, hear how to use a coaching menu, turn quick wins into future coaching work, and effectively follow up with teachers.If you’re an instructional coach looking to grow your impact and get into more classrooms, this episode is for you. You’ll get ideas for meeting teachers where they are and move them gently towards high impact coaching. Listen now and start leveraging every moment!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coaching Cycle Forms & Coaching Introduction Slide Show - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/coaching-cycle-forms-and-slide-show-for-instructional-coachingFree Coaching Cycle Crash Course - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/cyclesThe Confident Literacy Coach - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.com/Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode253This episode is sponsored by EduTrack! They offer effortless CEU management for busy teachers. Use the link to get a free 14-day trial and simplify your CEU tracking. https://edutrack.io/?aff=cbeltranTo learn more about EduTrack, check out this video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzrL3qTIZhgThank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

Developing critical thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving doesn’t have to be difficult! Today, author and coach Mona Iehl joins me to talk about her new book, Word Problem Workshop, and her five-step process for transforming math instruction.We explore how teachers can create student-centered math learning by moving beyond rote memorization into mathematical thinking, strategy sharing, and problem-solving. You’ll hear about common challenges in math education and coaching strategies that help teachers strengthen instruction. Mona breaks down the five steps and provides examples of what they look like in practice.Listen now to learn how to help students develop critical thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach Binder Megapack – Editable Forms, Calendars, Planning Tools - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coach-binder-megapack-editable-forms-calendars-planning-toolsFree Coaching Cycle Crash Course - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/cyclesThe Confident Literacy Coach - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.com/Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode252This episode is sponsored by EduTrack! They offer effortless CEU management for busy teachers. Use the link to get a free 14-day trial and simplify your CEU tracking. https://edutrack.io/?aff=cbeltranTo learn more about EduTrack, check out this video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzrL3qTIZhgThank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

Want students who can learn, solve problems, and adapt? Find out how to make it happen with my guest Eva Mireles!In this episode, Eva breaks down the three processes that support student learning: metacognition, executive functioning, and self-regulation. Eva shares practical strategies for supporting metacognition, developing executive functioning skills, and fostering self-regulation as students grow. You’ll also learn about common mistakes, how SEL fits in, and why it’s important to explicitly teach and model these skills.Listen now to discover the three processes that support student learning!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsbBuzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach Binder Megapack – Editable Forms, Calendars, Planning Tools - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coach-binder-megapack-editable-forms-calendars-planning-toolsConfident Literacy Coach Course - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.comFree Five Literacy Coaching Priorities Video Course - https://www.buzzingwithmsb.com/literacycoachInstructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode251Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

In this episode, we’re exploring 3 things literacy coaches can do to set teachers up for success! First, I explain how to create mentor text baskets to use with teacher teams and provide a brief overview of the Book Pass strategy. We also discuss how book collections can build critical background knowledge across grade levels. Then, I break down how to develop aligned rubrics and conduct regular writing reviews that help teachers grow their expertise and calibrate assessments. Lastly, I reveal how to build a video bank that tears down classroom walls and provides amazing professional development support.These 3 incredible strategies all come from The Confident Literacy Course. The course is full of information to help support teachers all year long! Be sure to listen to the episode and sign up for the course while it’s open!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach Binder Megapack – Editable Forms, Calendars, Planning Tools - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coach-binder-megapack-editable-forms-calendars-planning-toolsDefining your Literacy Coaching Role -https://buzzingwithmsb.com/webinarConfident Literacy Coach Course - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.com/Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode250Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

Today, author and inquiry consultant Trevor MacKenzie joins me to discuss inquiry questioning routines. He explains what question routines are and how they support student learning.During the conversation, we explore how to provoke curiosity in students, ways to sort student-generated questions, and strategies for integrating inquiry questioning routines into unit planning. Trevor shares three questioning routines you can try right now and gives real-life examples from kindergarten to high school. You’ll also hear how instructional coaches and school leaders can support teachers when adopting an inquiry approach.Listen now to discover how inquiry question routines can encourage students to become curious thinkers who see learning as a process of discovery.-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach Binder Megapack – Editable Forms, Calendars, Planning Tools - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coach-binder-megapack-editable-forms-calendars-planning-toolsDefining your Literacy Coaching Role -https://buzzingwithmsb.com/webinarConfident Literacy Coach Course - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.com/Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode249Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

Think differentiating instruction is too complicated? This episode will show you it doesn’t have to be!Today, educator and author Rick Wormeli joins me to discuss differentiating to meet different student needs. We talk about why differentiation is an equity issue and who we should be differentiating for. Rick explains where and how teachers can differentiate instruction. He shares classroom examples of differentiated lessons in action. This discussion covers practical strategies for instructional coaches and teachers seeking to expand their toolbox. Rick also shares his insights on overcoming the emotional barriers teachers face when adopting new approaches, and how differentiation benefits not only struggling students but advanced learners as well.Listen now to discover easy and actionable ways to tailor instruction for every learner!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach Binder Megapack – Editable Forms, Calendars, Planning Tools - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coach-binder-megapack-editable-forms-calendars-planning-toolsDefining your Literacy Coaching Role -https://buzzingwithmsb.com/webinarConfident Literacy Coach Course - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.com/Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode248Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

What are the components of strong Tier I instruction?In this episode, collaborative coach Olivia Wahl joins me to discuss the qualities of solid Tier I instruction. Together, we explore the problem with Tier I instruction that causes many students to need Tier II interventions.You’ll hear about what teachers can do to create better engagement and the practices to include in powerful Tier I instruction. Olivia explains how good instruction changes from primary to secondary grades. We explore how instructional coaches can support teachers in developing lessons that give kids what they need from Tier I instruction. Plus, she shares how she uses Learning Labs with her teachers.This episode is full of tips and strategies to help improve Tier I instruction and reduce the need for Tier II intervention! Listen now!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach Binder Megapack – Editable Forms, Calendars, Planning Tools - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coach-binder-megapack-editable-forms-calendars-planning-toolsFree Course: Five Literacy Coaching Priorities - http://www.buzzingwithmsb.com/literacycoachConfident Literacy Coach Waitlist - https://buzzingwithmsb.mykajabi.com/waitlistInstructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode247Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

How do I support all classrooms with instructional coaching? If you’re an instructional coach, you’ve probably asked yourself this question!In this episode, instructional coach and author Lindsay Deacon joins me to discuss what it takes to support every teacher and create a coaching experience that really makes a difference. She explains challenges coaches face when trying to support all classrooms and offers creative solutions to overcome them. We discuss managing administrators’ expectations, differentiating coaching, and building relationships with teachers.She shares her experiences supporting new teachers, helping those who are struggling, and reaching teachers who may be resistant or may have had negative coaching experiences in the past. We chat about tracking your coaching work, managing your time, and building a culture of coaching. Plus, Lindsay provides practical coaching strategies, including role-playing, modeling, sharing resources, and connecting teachers to each other.This episode is packed with ideas for supporting all teachers in your school! Listen now!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach Binder Megapack – Editable Forms, Calendars, Planning Tools - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coach-binder-megapack-editable-forms-calendars-planning-toolsFree Four-Day Challenge: Build Your Coaching Action Plan - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/actionplanInstructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode246Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

Let’s be real: demands on instructional coaches keep growing! But what if you could take back your time and actually have more hours each week?In this episode, Principal Mo joins me to show how AI can save you time as a school leader! She provides a beginner-friendly introduction to artificial intelligence and explains how better prompt engineering leads to improved results. You’ll get her top AI tool recommendations, complete with real-life examples. Plus, she shares how she encourages her faculty to experiment with AI.Getting started with AI doesn’t need to be overwhelming! Listen now to learn how AI can save you time as a school leader!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach Binder Megapack – Editable Forms, Calendars, Planning Tools - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coach-binder-megapack-editable-forms-calendars-planning-toolsFree Webinar: Defining Your Coaching Role - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/webinarInstructional Coaching Start-Up Course - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/startupInstructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode245Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

Instructional coaches juggle a lot! They support teachers, build relationships, attend meetings, and are often given tasks that go beyond their coaching role. So, how can you balance coaching with everything else you’re asked to do?In this episode, Instructional Coach Jaime Vandergrift joins me to discuss managing the many hats of an instructional coach. We explore the different hats instructional coaches wear and the challenge of balancing coaching work with other tasks. Jaime and I talk about limiting beliefs, being a team player, setting boundaries, prioritizing coaching responsibilities, and the pressure to do it all. She also reflects on tasks she took on that she later realized weren’t really part of her job. Plus, she explains why it’s important that coaches are not seen as administrators if they want to maintain trust with teachers.Listen now for Jaime’s insights, practical tips, and honest talk about managing the many hats of an instructional coach!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach Binder Megapack – Editable Forms, Calendars, Planning Tools - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coach-binder-megapack-editable-forms-calendars-planning-toolsFree Webinar: Defining Your Coaching Role - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/webinarInstructional Coaching Start-Up Course - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/startupInstructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode244Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

Here’s what no one tells you: time management for instructional coaches starts with goals!In this episode, I walk you through how to set yearly, monthly, and weekly goals with real examples. You’ll also learn how defining your role and conducting a needs assessment can help you focus your coaching work. I share how I break down my big three goals into checkpoints to stay on track. Plus, you’ll hear how to measure your progress and advocate for your work with your administration.Listen now!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coaching Planner – Monthly Checklists, PD Topics, and Calendars - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/plannerFree Webinar: Defining Your Coaching Role - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/webinarInstructional Coaching Start-Up Course - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/startupInstructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode243Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

How you introduce yourself to teachers matters! In this episode, you’ll learn how to introduce yourself as an instructional coach. I talk about being introduced as the "expert" by my principal and the tension it caused with my teachers. You’ll hear about one of my favorite ways to get to know teachers and introduce your coaching role! Plus, guests Mona Iehl, Vanessa Ellis, and Amy Rudd share how they introduce themselves to teachers so you can get some new ideas!Listen now to hear how to introduce yourself as an instructional coach and start your year off right!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach Binder Megapack – Editable Forms, Calendars, Planning Tools - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/instructional-coach-binder-megapack-editable-forms-calendars-planning-toolsFree Coaching Menu Guide & Template - www.buzzingwithmsb.com/coachingmenuInstructional Coaching Start-Up Course - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/startupInstructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode242Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

Want to start the school year strong?In this episode, I share my back to school instructional coaching checklist to help you hit the ground running!I walk you through my favorite books and resources to prepare for the upcoming school year. You’ll get a sneak peek inside my coaching binders, so you can see how I organize my resources and teacher documentation. Plus, I break down what to prioritize before school starts and which tasks you’ll want to invest time in now to ensure a successful year.It’s everything instructional coaches need for back-to-school! Listen now!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsbBuzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coaching Year Planner - Calendar + Checklists + Monthly PD Topics - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Instructional-Coaching-Year-Planner-Calendar-Checklists-Monthly-PD-Topics-13103017Free Instructional Coaching Jump Start Mini Course - https://www.buzzingwithmsb.com/jumpstartInstructional Coaching Start-Up Course - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/startupInstructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode241This episode is sponsored by IRIS Connect. IRIS Connect helps you streamline teacher development with the world’s most advanced PD facilitation system. https://www.irisconnect.com/usThank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros