The Simply Instructional Coaching Podcast with Nicole S. Turner

We are wrapping up season 1 with a topic that is so crucial as an instructional coach! Reflecting on your instructional coaching journey is essential for continuous growth and improvement. By evaluating your impact and effectiveness, setting goals for personal and professional growth, and seeking feedback from colleagues, other coaches, and administrators, you can continually improve and create an even bigger impact.  In this episode, I am breaking down how I reflect on my instructional coaching weekly and throughout the school year. I am sharing the 3 questions that I ask every week, the strategies I use to evaluate my impact and effectiveness, how I suggest using summer for professional and personal development, and why receiving feedback from colleagues and administration is key to growth and development as a coach. Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub: https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com

The school year is quickly coming to an end. How are you planning to close out the school year with your teachers? This is such an important time to meet with your teachers, reflect on the year, and continue to build a strong connection with them. Nita Creekmore is joining me in this episode to discuss how we like to close out the school year. We are sharing how we connect the questions and goals we discuss at the beginning of the year to our end of the year discussions, why we encourage our teachers to reflect on their year, and what simple and effective goals you can have teachers set for the summer so they can continue to improve their craft while prioritizing rest. Grab a copy of the Simply Coaching Summit brochure here! https://simply-coaching-teaching-llc.ck.page/b0f655b7c1 Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub:  https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com Connect with Nita: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveteachbless/ TpT Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Love-Teach-Bless

The thought of interviewing for an instructional coaching position may be intimidating for you but you likely have teaching, leadership, or other coaching experiences that you can use to ace your interview. I want to help you feel more confident and prepared as you go into your instructional coaching interview.  In this episode, I am sharing tips and advice to help you thoroughly prepare for your upcoming interviews. I am covering, the importance of researching the school you are interviewing for, why you need a strong philosophy as a coach, and how to showcase your communication skills. Plus, I am giving advice on other topics you should be prepared to discuss during the interview! Grab a copy of the Simply Coaching Summit brochure here! https://simply-coaching-teaching-llc.ck.page/b0f655b7c1 Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub:  https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com  

When supporting PLCs as an instructional coach, we want to set the expectation that we are there to provide expertise and background but that it is the teachers who take ownership and leadership of the PLC. As coaches, we are not members of PLCs but rather we can help teachers begin to truly work as a team with all students’ best interests in mind. Steve Barkley is the Chief Learning Officer and Executive Vice-President of PLS 3rd Learning. He is internationally recognized for his ability to facilitate change through his teaching and coaching and is skilled in guiding systems and teams through the process of continuous improvement with coaching, mentoring, and professional learning communities. In this episode, Steve is discussing what a PLC is and a coach’s role in the PLC, how whole schools can work as a PLC to support student needs, and why teachers need to make a minimum of a 3 year commitment to students.   Grab a copy of the Simply Coaching Summit brochure here! https://simply-coaching-teaching-llc.ck.page/b0f655b7c1 Learn more about Steve Barkley: barkleypd.com Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub:  https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com

How can coaches support PLCs and help create more impact in PLCs? The purpose of PLCs is to gain knowledge and create things that haven’t been tried previously. Steve Ventura of Advanced Collaborative Solutions is joining me to talk about PLCs, effective coaching, and his upcoming summit session. Steve Ventura is the president and lead consultant at Advanced Collaborative Solutions. He approaches high-stakes professional development armed with practical, research-based strategies. In this episode, he is sharing insight into his book, Achievement Teams, a glimpse at his session at the Simply Coaching Summit, how coaches can effectively support PLCs, and what highly effective coaches do.  Grab a copy of the Simply Coaching Summit brochure here! https://simply-coaching-teaching-llc.ck.page/b0f655b7c1 Learn more about Steve Ventura: www.steveventura.com Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub:  https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com  

What will we do when students don’t learn? There is a huge gap in knowing about practices that will help marginalized students accelerate their learning and actually implementing these practices to create a bigger impact in the classroom.  Zaretta Hammond is a national consultant and author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain. She has been supporting schools in deepening their understanding and application of culturally responsive practices for the past 20 years. In this episode, she is sharing how she helps equip and empower coaches with the information needed to manage change for equity, the missing piece in knowing strategy and what is actually being implemented, and the difference in instructional decision making and execution.  Grab a copy of the Simply Coaching Summit brochure here! https://simply-coaching-teaching-llc.ck.page/b0f655b7c1 Learn more about Zaretta Hammond: www.crtandthebrain.com Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub:  https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com

Are you facing resistance in your coaching? Resistance is a very common issue when working with teachers. Our guest today, Allison Peterson, is talking all about the deep work of coaching and the importance of understanding resistant teachers. Allison Peterson is the found of the #NewToCoaching community and helps new instructional coaches learn and connect in their journey from the classroom to coaching. She is sharing how she got started coaching, the importance of the deep work of coaching, why coaches need to get to the “why” behind resistance, and how coaches should respond to resistant teachers to best reach them.   Grab a copy of the Simply Coaching Summit brochure here! https://simply-coaching-teaching-llc.ck.page/b0f655b7c1 Learn more about Allison Peterson: www.newtocoaching.info Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub:  https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com  

How can you effectively coach teachers when they are resistant? In this episode, Becca Silver of The Whole Educator is joining me to talk all about resistant teachers and how to effectively work with them. Becca Silver is an instructional coach, life coach, and performance coach who empowers school coaches to increase their impact. She is sharing her journey to coaching, how she uses her life coaching to create a greater impact with the coaches she works with, why resistance happens, some motivations behind resistance, and pitfalls coaches may encounter when they address resistance. Grab a copy of the Simply Coaching Summit brochure here! https://simply-coaching-teaching-llc.ck.page/b0f655b7c1 Learn more about Becca Silver: www.thewholeeducator.com Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub:  https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com  

What are coaching menus and how can they help teachers better understand the support you can provide? Chrissy Beltran of Buzzing with Ms. B is joining me to chat all about using coaching menus with teachers and give you a preview of her session at this year’s Simply Coaching Summit. I absolutely loved this conversation with Chrissy and I know you will too! She is sharing some amazing information about what coaching menus are, how they can help the teachers you work with understand how you can help, the different ways you can set up your menus, and why they are a good option for sharing how you can support. Plus, hear Chrissy’s three pieces of advice for coaches. Grab a copy of the Simply Coaching Summit brochure here! https://simply-coaching-teaching-llc.ck.page/b0f655b7c1 Learn more about Chrissy Beltran: www.buzzingwithmsb.com Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub: https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com  

What are some reasons coaching foundations crumble, and what can we do to prevent it? Join me as I explore this important topic with Casey Watts, impact coach and consultant at Catching Up with Casey. In this episode, we discuss the importance of building a coaching foundation, making the shift from teacher to instructional coach, setting up your core values, and vision casting. You'll learn about the differences between coaching individuals and teams, ways to use social norm agreements, personality assessments you can use with teachers, and more. Tune in now to find out the three reasons coaching foundations crumble!  Grab a copy of the Simply Coaching Summit brochure here! https://simply-coaching-teaching-llc.ck.page/b0f655b7c1 Learn more about Casey Watts: https://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/ Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub: https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com

Establishing trust and building relationships with teachers isn’t easy. That's why I invited Dr. Kim Richardson to share her expertise on coaching and relational trust. In this episode, you'll hear about the power of coaching, get ideas for authentically developing relationships, and learn what to do when trust is broken. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek of Dr. Kim's session at the 5th Annual Simply Coaching Summit. Tune in now to learn how to create meaningful connections with your teachers! Dr. Kim Richardson is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through the International Coaching Federation (ICF), the chief strategic consultant for Richardson Coaching and Consulting LLC, and is currently the Organizational Development Coordinator for Hampton City Schools in Virginia. Additionally, she serves as president-elect for the Virginia Learning Forward Board of Directors and is a member of the VASCD Conference Committee. Since 2014, she has supported individuals and organizations in the education industry in meeting their goals in a variety of capacities. In her current role, she coordinates and delivers professional learning on instruction, coaching, and leadership for school and division-level staff. Grab a copy of the Simply Coaching Summit brochure here! https://simply-coaching-teaching-llc.ck.page/b0f655b7c1   Learn more about Dr. Kim Richardson: http://drkimrichardson.com Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub: https://www.simplycoachinghub.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com

Coaches need coaches too! On this episode, my coach Gretchen Bridgers, owner of Always a Lesson, joins me to talk about all things instructional coaching. She gives us a sneak peek of her session at the Simply Coaching Summit and provides ideas for what to focus on during different seasons of the year. We explore topics including shifting to a more student-centered approach during testing season, why it's important for coaches to grow their professional learning network (PLN), and ideas for connecting with people. You'll hear about how we met online and the journey we've taken together. We chat about how Gretchen's support helped me transform my idea for a virtual summit into a reality, what we do differently each year to make the Simply Coaching Summit unique, and why you don't want to miss any of the sessions. I loved having this conversation because it's a reminder that the people you meet online can become close friends and that anything is possible. Tune in to this episode of Simply Coaching to hear our story, get inspired, and learn some valuable tips. You won’t want to miss it! Grab a copy of the Simply Coaching Summit brochure here! https://simply-coaching-teaching-llc.ck.page/b0f655b7c1 Connect with me Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub: https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com Links and resources mentioned in this episode Always a lesson https://alwaysalesson.com/ Always a lesson on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AlwaysALesson/ Always a lesson on Twitter https://twitter.com/gschultek/ Always a lesson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/always.a.lesson Seasons of Coaching Blog Series: Summer Strategy https://alwaysalesson.com/seasons-of-coaching-blog-series-fall-strategy/ Seasons of Coaching Blog Series: Winter Strategy https://alwaysalesson.com/seasons-of-coaching-blog-series-fall-strategy-2/ Seasons of Coaching Blog Series: Fall Strategy https://alwaysalesson.com/seasons-of-coaching-blog-series-fall-strategy-3/ Seasons of Coaching Blog Series: Spring Strategy https://alwaysalesson.com/seasons-of-coaching-blog-series-fall-strategy-4/ Book: Elementary EDUC 101: What They Didn't Teach You in College by Gretchen Bridgers Gretchen Bridgers Bio Gretchen is a National Board-certified elementary school teacher from Charlotte, NC. In 2006, Gretchen received her bachelor’s degree at Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York. In 2010, she received her master’s degree in Curriculum and Supervision from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Gretchen taught grades 2, 3, and 5 before transitioning into the New Teacher Development Coach role for The New Teacher Project [TNTP]. During this time, she also published her first book for new teachers called “Elementary EDUC 101: What They Didn’t Teach You in College” to help prepare future teachers for the realities of life in the classroom. Gretchen has passionately mentored and coached educators for over a decade, led professional development experiences for school building staff and presented at district and national conferences. This led to the writing of a collaborative book with educators around the nation sharing solutions to common problems in today’s schools, entitled “Educators Who Know What to Do- Experts in Education.” Her impact continues to amplify, serving educators worldwide through her blog, podcast, classroom resources, professional development courses, books, and personalized coaching opportunities. Whether you’re teaching a lesson or learning one yourself, it’s Always A Lesson.

A well-organized learning environment is essential for teachers and students alike. In this episode, we explore how instructional coaches can help teachers organize their classrooms with the SIMPLE Core 4. In this episode, you’ll learn about establishing traffic patterns, developing expectations with students, establishing routines and structures, communicating with parents, and improving grading efficiency. Tune in to learn how to help teachers maintain an organized classroom environment that supports learning and increases student engagement! -Nicole Grab your FREE copy of The Simple Core 4™ Trajectory Framework here https://simply-coaching-teaching-llc.ck.page/2e5843d3e4   Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub: https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplycoachingandteaching/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com

Do you struggle with creating meaningful professional learning experiences for teachers? You're not alone! It's one of the most challenging tasks for instructional coaches, but with the right strategies, it doesn't have to be. In this episode, you'll get tips and ideas for creating engaging and impactful professional development sessions. Learn about building a culture that supports collaboration, leading small groups of teacher teams, and the 5 questions to ask when discussing student work. Plus, hear my strategy for letting teachers decide their professional learning topics and how it makes our job easier. Listen now and start creating meaningful professional learning experiences that your teachers will love! -Nicole   Connect with me Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub: https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplycoachingandteaching/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach Email: support@simplycoachingandteaching.com

Ready to learn more about The SIMPLE Blueprint for Instructional Coaching? In the last episode, I explained the foundation of my SIMPLE framework to coach teachers. During this episode, we explore the second half of the blueprint, which is the work of coaching. In this episode, you’ll learn about providing strategic support, launching coaching cycles, and engaging in professional learning. I talk about using the Simple Core Four trajectory to identify areas teachers need to work on and explain how you can use it to coach teachers. Plus, I give you the five steps to use in coaching cycles. Tune in now to learn more about these impactful strategies! Connect with me:  Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub: https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplycoachingandteaching/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach

One of the biggest questions I get is, “Where do I start?” My answer is always The SIMPLE Blueprint for Instructional Coaching. This SIMPLE framework outlines the most crucial components of instructional coaching and how to provide differentiated support to teachers. It provides quick strategies for identifying teachers’ needs, tips for developing a coaching plan, and strategies to support teachers. In this episode, we dive into the foundations of the SIMPLE Blueprint. You’ll get ideas for how to set the vision of your coaching work, ways to introduce your role, and tips for making a plan for supporting teachers.   Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub: https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplycoachingandteaching/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach

Welcome to the first episode of The Simply Instructional Coaching Podcast. I'm glad you're joining me on this episode as I share my journey to instructional coaching. During this episode, I share my story and explain how I eventually found myself in the world of education. From my first few years as a teacher to becoming an instructional coach, I'm excited to walk you through it all. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed making it. Let's get started!   Connect with me: Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub: https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplycoachingandteaching/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach

Transitioning from a classroom teacher to an instructional coach can be scary and daunting. You were hired as an instructional coach because you were great in the classroom. You are a trained teacher, but coaching is different. It can be challenging to find helpful professional development and training for your new role. You need a SIMPLE plan with SIMPLE Steps to get started. Inside the Simply Instructional Coaching Podcast, Nicole covers topics around “how to coach,” such as how to collaborate with teachers to establish organization routines and classroom management procedures. We’ll cover how to nurture positive learning environments that foster students’ success and “what to coach,” such as digging into content and standards and utilizing the best strategies for instructional execution. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg! Nicole S. Turner is the host, and she brings 18+ years of real-life coaching, teaching and leading experience that provides practical, relatable, and simple strategies that you can implement right away. Connect with me:  Website: https://simplycoachingandteaching.com/ Simply Coaching Hub: https://www.simplycoachinghub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycoachingandteaching_ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplycoachingandteaching/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/coachandteach