Coaching the Whole Educator

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Frederick Buskey so generously shares his 4 types of observations framework to help you maximize your time and impact while in teachers' classrooms. He gives distinction between  the various purposes and intentions behind classroom observations. Listen in to find out the differences between normative, formative, evaluative and performative observations. When is best to us...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Becca discusses with Dr. Khilji, the architect of The George Washington University's Organizational Leadership and Learning masters program, about Humanistic Leadership. She defines this leadership philosophy as well as shares why it is urgent that we intentionally grow our skills in this area. She also shares tips on how to grow your skills in becoming more...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Mitchell Kershner shares wisdom on our mind-body-spirit connection. Becca and Dr. Mitchell discuss how, when our bodies are out of whack, our brains do not function as well. Just like on the airplane, as leaders, we must put our oxygen mask on before helping others. Listen in to find out tips for hydration, eating, sleep and more! Dr. Mitchell Kershner's...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Roberts and Becca discuss the transformative impact of training teachers to be peer coaches. Not only does peer coaching organically build a widespread culture of coaching, but it also grows a Growth Mindset culture within the staff. Listen in to find out all of the [unexpected] benefits of bringing peer coaching to your school and the steps to do it. This is...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Becca discusses your endless to do list! We discuss why you struggle to get through the list each day. You also can access a free downloadable tool that will help you manage the tasks and very specific action steps you can take immediately. Useful links: [FREE DOWNLOAD] Eisenhower Matrix (editable) [FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook [FREE EMAIL SERIE...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode you will learn the surprising truth about happiness from positive psychology researchers. Becca discusses how to support your educators' happiness (hint- it has nothing to do with candy or Jeans Day passes) and what you can do right now to grow your own happiness (even during the holidays). Useful links: [FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook [FREE E...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Becca interviews Amanda Andrews, an MTSS Coach, on how she has found creative ways to build teacher relationships. She shares some vital insights about how she has shifted her own coaching mindsets over the last few years as well as how overcoming her own resistance helps her overcome her educators' resistance to change. [FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching...

Send us Fan Mail Luis Torres has been a Bronx principal for 18 years. He's seen it all. During the second half of our conversation, he shares how he has built a coaching culture that empowers teacher leadership and has caused unseasonably high teacher retention. Stay tuned to find out what needs to happen before giving teacher feedback, when to hold teachers accountable when dealing with resi...

Send us Fan Mail I chat with Luis Torres, principal of 18 years in the Bronx, about how he has built a coaching culture at his school. Find out how you can get your teachers invested in coaching and how to differentiate professional development to be able to reach all teachers. [FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook [FREE EMAIL SERIES]  Teacher Growth Mindset Series [PAID PROGRAM] Whole...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Becca asks Dr. Deana to share her experience of starting a new position as a principal and only having 3 years to turn around the school. Dr. Deana found the relationship between her and her coaches to be the most impactful factor in causing the turnaround. She also shares ways coaches can help move out of a managerial role and back into a coaching role while gett...

Send us Fan Mail Becca welcomes back Chad Ransom to the podcast this week to discuss what’s missing from coaching your cycle. In this episode, they discuss what needs to happen before a coaching cycle begins, why it needs to be that way, how to get down to the root cause of ineffectiveness and what the goal of a coaching cycle should really be. Check out the link below to be in the next cohort of...

Send us Fan Mail In education, we talk about the importance of teachers, coaches, principals, and students having a growth mindset. One aspect of operating under a growth mindset is regularly giving and receiving feedback. In this episode Becca shares five different types of feedback and the four ways in which the feedback can be given. You’ll get examples on how you can use them and learn the imp...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I interview Brendalyn King, Executive Coach for school leaders and a previous school leader herself. We discuss how to look for signs of teacher burnout at the beginning of year, creating an extraordinary support system for educators throughout the school and how to be proactive in creating a school culture where your teachers thrive, not just survive. Have questi...

Send us Fan Mail A common trait between many professionals in education is perfectionism. But is it actually something that we should be striving for? In this week’s episode, I share why we should help teachers move away from their perfectionistic mindsets and start embracing a "good enough" culture. How does your school define good teaching? Want additional coaching tips and PD? Check o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I am chatting with special guest Mia Pumo, co-owner of Constructive Learning Design, about  how coaches and school administrators can start the school year intentionally to build a stronger school culture and relationships with teachers. Mia shares her transformative experience of using the “Back to the Future Protocol” with leadership teams to achieve the school...

Send us Fan Mail This week is Part 2 of the discussion around how to intentionally build a powerful alliance between principal and instructional coach. You will learn about how instructional coaches can "lead up" and initiate creating strong relationship with their principal (even if it might feel uncomfortable). You will learn why this is vital for our teachers' success and concret...

Send us Fan Mail This episode I interviewed Chad Ransom , who specializes in coaching principals. He shares the importance of the relationship between the principal and the instructional coach, how principals and coaches can align from the start of the year and how to "lead up" and create an alliance with your school leadership without the need for them to initiate. For inquiries, contac...

Send us Fan Mail When there is widespread burnout in schools, it not only needs to be addressed by the educator, but it is also the responsibility of the leaders to create a culture that prevents future burnout. In this episode, you will learn about what you as a leader or coach can do about your educators’ burnout. You'll find out about burnout warning signs to watch out for, what is burning...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss the temporary remedies that are ineffective at addressing our educators' burnout. In addition, as teachers go on summer break, they forget about the fatigue, trauma and burnout they experienced throughout the year as they are removed from the situation. They’re just putting a Band Aid on it and return back to school without effectively impacting it...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I interview Jessica, a highly talented and passionate teacher that burned out this school year, on why she made the difficult decision to quit. We discuss what research says which qualities inside your teachers that make them more prone to burning out. Listen to start planning ahead on which teachers you might need to provide additional support. Want additional coa...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, you'll learn about what growth mindset is and isn’t. You will find out about the false growth mindset, the need for adult mindset developments and how to create and sustain a growth mindset culture. Want additional coaching tips and PD? Check out the offerings below: [FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook [FREE EMAIL SERIES]  Teacher Growth Mindset...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode you’ll learn about the distinction between teacher engagement and compliance. You'll find out why our schools have a compliance culture and how to overcome it. You will learn strategies to intentionally build buy in with your educators, even the reluctant ones! Want additional coaching tips and PD? Check out the offerings below: [FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Co...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share my journey from teacher to instructional coach. Along the way I made some mistakes that impacted my effectiveness. I share how I pivoted and the difference that was made because of the lessons learned. Want additional coaching tips and PD? Check out the offerings below: [FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook [FREE EMAIL SERIES]  Teacher Growth Mi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, you will learn the 3 skills research shows that instructional coaches need to be highly effective.  You will also learn why you are strong in some skills and not as strong in others. Want additional coaching tips and PD? Check out the offerings below: [FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Ebook [FREE EMAIL SERIES]  Teacher Growth Mindset Series [PAID PROGRAM]...

Send us Fan Mail Are you an instructional coach, teacher leader or school leader who is looking to increase your impact on all of your teachers, especially the ones who need it most?  You're in the right place. If you have specific topics that you would like to see covered on an upcoming episode, send me a message on Instagram @thewholeeducator! [FREE E-BOOK] Download my 17 Coaching Tips Eboo...