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In this #coachbetter episode, Kim address what she means by "confidentiality with transparency". As coaches, we know that coaching experiences need to be confidential so we can create a safe space for teachers to be vulnerable, take risks and set authentic goals. However, sometimes we worry that because coaching is confidential we can never share anything that happens within a coaching relationship. So, what happens when: A coaching partner has success and sees an impact on student learning? Our administrators are curious about what we’re doing in our coaching cycles? Work that we’re doing with one coaching partner might be relevant or supportive to another one of our coaching partners? When we’re seeing trends across a division or subject area that would be helpful for leaders to know? We want to build interest in the impact of coaching by sharing coaching stories with the school community? We need to demonstrate the impact that coaching has made with people who manage the budget or the board? Listen to this episode to find out how to approach these situations. Find the show notes for this episode here. Let’s Connect: Our website: coachbetter.tvEduroLearning on LinkedInEduroLearning on InstagramEduroLearning on YouTubeSubscribe to our weekly newsletterJoin our #coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership(book) Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)The Landscape of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)

This #coachbetter episode is another in our series of coaching case studies, with one of Kim's amazing clients, Andrea Goodrich, grade 4 classroom teacher at Concordia International School in Hanoi, Vietnam. At the time of recording Andrea had just graduated from The Coach Certificate and Mentorship Program. These case study episodes are designed to share the story of a coach, and the development of their coaching program and practice in their unique setting. We're excited to share this episode with Andrea with you because this episode is such a great example of the ways that classroom teachers can embrace a coaching mindset and start building a coaching culture - from the team to the whole division - in one academic year. Andrea took everything she learned in The Coach and directly applied it in her school setting and it’s already created significant momentum towards coaching. In this conversation Andrea and Kim talk about... How Andrea started her journey to instructional coaching What makes coaching valuable to Andrea as a classroom teacher The surprises she uncovered about coaching as she was learning more What Andrea was able to accomplish in just one academic year in The Coach Certificate and Mentorship Program What Andrea is considering as she moves forward in her professional growth What she wishes she knew before she started coaching Find the show notes for this episode here. Like this episode, you’ll enjoy these: The True Impact of Coaching: A Coach & Coaching Partner Case Study with Nikki Hume & Amber Shortridge Case Study: Building a Coaching Culture BEFORE Starting a Coaching Program with Melissa Carr Case Study: Building a Coaching Culture as a Classroom Teacher with Lana Yashchyna Let’s Connect: Our website: coachbetter.tvEduroLearning on LinkedInEduroLearning on InstagramEduroLearning on YouTubeSubscribe to our weekly newsletterJoin our #coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership(book) Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)The Landscape of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)

In this #coachbetter episode we’re talking about why schools hire coaches. This is a highlight from one of Kim's favorite episodes from last season featuring Head of School Jim Laney and Director of Curriculum Sara Brodhead. Jim and Sara define the benefits of coaching on so many levels: what the Board needs to hear, what motivates leaders, and the benefits of coaching to improve student learning. There are so many reasons for schools to invest in coaching, but it is a big investment. Understanding the value of coaching from multiple perspectives can help you advocate for coaching too! Understanding the “why” behind coaching is part of Phase 1 of the Thrive Model: Finding Clarity. We know from our AAICIS research that the clarity of a coaching program is the biggest factor in teachers and leaders reporting positive benefits to coaching. Without clarity it’s hard for us to recognize the impact and value of coaching. Find the show notes for this episode here. Let’s Connect: Our website: coachbetter.tvEduroLearning on LinkedInEduroLearning on InstagramEduroLearning on YouTubeSubscribe to our weekly newsletterJoin our #coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership(book) Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)The Landscape of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)

In this #coachbetter episode Kim talks with Donna Spangler, who spent the majority of her career working in US public schools as a teacher, then coach, then chair of a team of coaches, then assistant principal and president of her teacher’s union. She also served as President of the Pennslyvania chapter of Learning Forward, and now works as a coach through Sibme and Executive Director of Edjacent, which is a company that supports educators and change makers. All of these experiences center around Donna’s passion for professional learning for adults, and this episode focuses on one of her key areas of expertise: coaching for impact (not activity). In this episode Donna and Kim talk about: what makes coaching so impactful for schools How coaches create meaningful change in teachers’ instruction and positively impact the school building and system the difference between measuring coaching impact vs coaching activity and why coaching impact is so important Why coaches might consider creating a coaching impact report How can coaches can ensure they are retaining focus on impact - rather than activity, especially when they might feel pressure to demonstrate "activity" How coaches can create sustainable structures for ongoing data collection. the systems and structures need to be in place for international schools who are building coaching programs the common pitfalls that schools (and school leaders) often fall into when building coaching programs This episode is a GOLD MINE of practical advice and strategies for instructional coaches who not only want to make an impact but want to be able to document and share that impact with others. A Coaching for Impact Mini-Guide (for this episode by Donna Spangler) Find the show notes for this episode here. Like this episode, you’ll enjoy this: The Importance of Measuring Your Impact as an Instructional Coach Let’s Connect: Our website: coachbetter.tvEduroLearning on LinkedInEduroLearning on InstagramEduroLearning on YouTubeSubscribe to our weekly newsletterJoin our #coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership(book) Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)The Landscape of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)

In this #coachbetter episode, Diana is going to share 8 Red Flags to Avoid When Building a Coaching Culture - and What TO DO Instead. As coaches and leaders we are doing our best to build a positive and inclusive coaching culture, but sometimes we can be making some big mistakes without even realizing it. When you look back on your own coaching experience - as a coach or as an educator or leader, you can probably remember a time when something didn’t quite go as planned, or wasn’t received the way we expected. Sometimes, even with the best of intentions we end up making a crucial mistake. So what are these red flags when building a coaching culture - and what do you do instead? Find the show notes for this episode here. Like this episode, you’ll enjoy these: Case Study: Building a Coaching Culture BEFORE Starting a Coaching Program with Melissa Carr [272]3 Steps to Growing a Thriving Coaching CultureBuilding a Coaching Culture with Kristine Mizzone and Jenny Derby [Ep 186] Let’s Connect: Our website: coachbetter.tvEduroLearning on LinkedInEduroLearning on InstagramEduroLearning on YouTubeSubscribe to our weekly newsletterJoin our #coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership(book) Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)The Landscape of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)

This #coachbetter episode is another in our series of coaching case studies, with one of Kim's amazing clients, Nikki Hume, an elementary art specialist, and her coaching partner Amber Shortridge, a kindergarten teacher, both at the International School of Manila in the Philippines. While Nikki was in The Coach Certificate & Mentorship Program she coached Amber as one of the steps in Phase 3: Grow Community. These case study episodes are designed to share the story of a coach, and the development of their coaching program and practice in their unique setting. In this conversation they talk about How Nikki started her journey to instructional coaching What made Amber interested in being coached as a classroom teacher What their work together looked like and why it was impactful for Amber The coaching skills that Nikki developed throughout this process The outcome of their work together What Nikki and Amber think teachers and leaders need to know about coaching How Nikki grew so much in her coaching practice during The Coach Certificate and Mentorship Program Coaching and structured professional growth are very different, and this episode deeply unpacks the power and outcome of a true coaching experience. If you want to better understand the impact of coaching and see and feel what that looks like in person, this episode is for you! Find the show notes for this episode here. Let’s Connect: Our website: coachbetter.tvEduroLearning on LinkedInEduroLearning on InstagramEduroLearning on YouTubeSubscribe to our weekly newsletterJoin our #coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership(book) Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)The Landscape of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)

In this episode we’re looking at three tips to make coaching successful. This is a highlight from one of our favorite episodes from a previous season, featuring Diane Sweeney. What we appreciate about this clip is that Diane highlights all three elements of the Thrive Model within her three tips. She touches on Clarity, Consistency and Community in this short clip. As you’re watching or listening, we invite you to identify which of Diane’s tips fits in which phase of the Thrive Model: Clarity, Consistency or Community. If you want to learn more about the Thrive Model after this episode, head over to our website at edurolearning.com/thrive to get all the details. Find the show notes for this episode here. Like this episode, you’ll enjoy these: 3 Steps to Growing a Thriving Coaching CultureUnderstanding the Thrive Model with The Coach Mentors [Ep 211] Let’s Connect: Our website: coachbetter.tvEduroLearning on LinkedInEduroLearning on InstagramEduroLearning on YouTubeSubscribe to our weekly newsletterJoin our #coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership(book) Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)The Landscape of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)

In this #coachbetter episode Kim talks with Elin Kelsey and Ivy Yan. Elin is an author, researcher and leader in the solutions-focused environmental and climate justice movement. Her mission is to spread wild contagious hope. Ivy is an experiential learning designer and facilitator advocating for the happiness and well-being of human beings and nature as a whole. Together they bring so much hope, joy and happiness to their work, that it is truly contagious! In this episode they talk about ... The ways emotions are contagious and how we, as educators and coaches can bring hope into our school contexts. How the world works in cycles and seasons, and how important it is for us to understand what season we are in, and how we can recognize that within our school communities. The importance of breaks, of being in nature, being vulnerable and recognizing the ways that we need to find space and time to heal Why emotions are important - even when we’re talking about facts How we are connected - and how important embracing that connection is. How and why we need to be shifting the narrative to one of hope. Find the show notes for this episode here. Let’s Connect: Our website: coachbetter.tvEduroLearning on LinkedInEduroLearning on InstagramEduroLearning on YouTubeSubscribe to our weekly newsletterJoin our #coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership(book) Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)The Landscape of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)

In this episode Kim talks about how we can build teacher agency during coaching conversations - by providing structure to their thoughts. This episode was inspired by a conversation with one of Kim's clients in The Coach Certificate and Mentorship Program when they were going through the “In Practice” module of the course. They were starting to have coaching conversations for the first time and realized that even though their conversations with Kim during the Office Hours in the program felt so natural, there was actually a structure and a process that she was following, even though it felt so seamless in the moment! If we want our coaching conversations to feel seamless and natural, we need to create space for unpacking a lot of ideas, while at the same time providing structure - this is part of the art of coaching. Being able to make a complex conversation feel “easy”. Find the show notes for this episode here. Like this episode, you’ll enjoy these: How to Structure an Instructional Coaching Conversation Top 5 Strategies for an Effective Coaching ConversationFramework for an Effective Instructional Coaching Conversation How to Have an Effective Coaching Conversation Let’s Connect: coachbetter.tvLinkedInInstagramYouTubeweekly newsletter#coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International SchoolsThe Landscape of Instructional Coaching in International Schools

This is the first #coachbetter episode for season seven of the podcast and Kim highlights 5 key themes that have been percolating to the surface in her work over the past academic year. All of these topics have been a big feature of the in-person work Kim has been doing, our global cohorts of The Coach, and the long term consulting work she does with schools. The themes are: Kim is sharing these because so many of the coaches that she works with, particularly in our global cohort of The Coach, feel like they are alone in these conversations. They wonder if they are the only one who is thinking about and trying to start conversations about these topics in their school. If that sounds like you, you are not alone. Find the show notes for this episode here. Let’s Connect: Our website: coachbetter.tvEduroLearning on LinkedInEduroLearning on InstagramEduroLearning on YouTubeSubscribe to our weekly newsletterJoin our #coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership(book) Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)The Landscape of Instructional Coaching in International Schools(chapter)

For the tenth and final episode in the series, the topic is Looking Back to Move Forward as an Instructional Coach - a collaborative #coachbetter quick tips with Kim and Diana together . This episode focuses on the importance of reflection to help you prepare for the next academic year. The whole series has been about reflecting on your practice and this one will set you up for an annual process every academic year. If you enjoy this episode, and you’re curious about the others, please go back and listen to the rest of the series to learn about the Thrive Model for Sustainable Instructional Coaching so you can reflect on the Clarity, Consistency and Community you have in your coaching practice and program. This series is designed to be an annual refresh of your coaching practice - even if you’ve heard some of the episodes before, every time you listen, when you reflect back on your growth over the last academic year, you’ll be able to take something new away to apply in your practice in the next academic year. Download our free companion guide & workbook that aligns with this series at edurolearning.com/refresh Let’s Connect: coachbetter.tvLinkedInInstagramYouTubeweekly newsletter#coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools

The topic for the ninth episode in this series is Embracing Your Informal Leadership as an Instructional Coach. This episode focuses on the essential mindset shift that educators need to make when moving into an instructional coaching role. If you enjoy this episode, you’ll love the previous episodes. Go back and listen so you can refresh your coaching practice following the three phases of the Thrive Model: Clarity, Consistency and Community. This series is designed to be an annual refresh of your coaching practice - even if you’ve heard some of the episodes before, every time you listen, when you reflect back on your growth over the last academic year, you’ll be able to take something new away to apply in your practice in the next academic year. Download our free companion guide & workbook that aligns with this series at edurolearning.com/refresh Let’s Connect: coachbetter.tvLinkedInInstagramYouTubeweekly newsletter#coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools

For the eighth episode in this series, the topic is 5 Reasons Instructional Coaches are Essential in Schools. This episode focuses on the essential mindset shift that educators need to make when moving into an instructional coaching role. If you enjoy this episode, you’ll love the previous episodes. Go back and listen so you can refresh your coaching practice following the three phases of the Thrive Model: Clarity, Consistency and Community. This series is designed to be an annual refresh of your coaching practice - even if you’ve heard some of the episodes before, every time you listen, when you reflect back on your growth over the last academic year, you’ll be able to take something new away to apply in your practice in the next academic year. Download our free companion guide & workbook that aligns with this series at edurolearning.com/refresh Let’s Connect: coachbetter.tvLinkedInInstagramYouTubeweekly newsletter#coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools

For the seventh episode in this series, the topic is 6 Strategies to Build Relationships with ALL Teachers. This episode focuses on the third phase of Thrive Model for Sustainable Instructional Coaching: Community. To make sure you’re getting all phases of the Thrive Model, please listen to the previous episodes. This series is designed to be an annual refresh of your coaching practice - even if you’ve heard some of the episodes before, every time you listen, when you reflect back on your growth over the last academic year, you’ll be able to take something new away to apply in your practice in the next academic year. Download our free companion guide & workbook that aligns with this series at edurolearning.com/refresh Let’s Connect: coachbetter.tvLinkedInInstagramYouTubeweekly newsletter#coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools

The topic for the sixth episode in this series is 5 Ways to Build a Coaching Culture. This episode focuses on the third phase of Thrive Model for Sustainable Instructional Coaching: Community. To make sure you’re getting all phases of the Thrive Model, please listen to the previous episodes. This series is designed to be an annual refresh of your coaching practice - even if you’ve heard some of the episodes before, every time you listen, when you reflect back on your growth over the last academic year, you’ll be able to take something new away to apply in your practice in the next academic year. Download our free companion guide & workbook that aligns with this series at edurolearning.com/refresh Let’s Connect: coachbetter.tvLinkedInInstagramYouTubeweekly newsletter#coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools

For the fifth episode of this series, our topic is Asking Just the Right Questions as an Instructional Coach. This episode focuses on the second phase of Thrive Model for Sustainable Instructional Coaching: Consistency. To make sure you’re getting all phases of the Thrive Model, please listen to the previous episodes. This series is designed to be an annual refresh of your coaching practice - even if you’ve heard some of the episodes before, every time you listen, when you reflect back on your growth over the last academic year, you’ll be able to take something new away to apply in your practice in the next academic year. Download our free companion guide & workbook that aligns with this series at edurolearning.com/refresh Let’s Connect: coachbetter.tvLinkedInInstagramYouTubeweekly newsletter#coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools

The topic of episode 4 is the Top 5 Elements for an Effective Instructional Coaching Conversation. This episode focuses on the second phase of Thrive Model for Sustainable Instructional Coaching: Consistency. To learn about all three phases of the Thrive Model, please listen to the previous episodes. This series is designed to be an annual refresh of your coaching practice - even if you’ve heard some of the episodes before, every time you listen, when you reflect back on your growth over the last academic year, you’ll be able to take something new away to apply in your practice in the next academic year. Download our free companion guide & workbook that aligns with this series at edurolearning.com/refresh Let’s Connect: coachbetter.tvLinkedInInstagramYouTubeweekly newsletter#coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools

The topic of our third episode is 3 Ways to Find Clarity in Your Instructional Coaching Role featuring one of our amazing The Coach Mentors, Diana Beabout. This episode focuses on the first phase of Thrive Model for Sustainable Instructional Coaching: Clarity For more about the series, and to get some background on the Thrive Model, please listen to the previous episodes. This series is designed to be an annual refresh of your coaching practice - even if you’ve heard some of the episodes before, every time you listen, when you reflect back on your growth over the last academic year, you’ll be able to take something new away to apply in your practice in the next academic year. Download our free companion guide & workbook that aligns with this series at edurolearning.com/refresh Let’s Connect: coachbetter.tvLinkedInInstagramYouTubeweekly newsletter#coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools

This episode focuses on the first phase of Thrive Model for Sustainable Instructional Coaching: Clarity. This is the second episode in the Refresh Your Coaching Practice series. The previous episode introduces the Thrive Model - if you haven’t listened to that one yet, go back and listen so you have the framework for the entire series. This series is designed to be an annual refresh of your coaching practice - even if you’ve heard some of the episodes before, every time you listen, when you reflect back on your growth over the last academic year, you’ll be able to take something new away to apply in your practice in the next academic year. Download our free companion guide & workbook that aligns with this series at edurolearning.com/refresh Let’s Connect: coachbetter.tvLinkedInInstagramYouTubeweekly newsletter#coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools

Our topic for episode 1 is Growing a Thriving Coaching Culture: Introducing the Thrive Model for Sustainable Instructional Coaching. This episode shares an overview of the Thrive Model for Sustainable Instructional Coaching that will set the stage for all other episodes in this series. Kim developed the Thrive Model after a decade of working with coaches and school leaders around the world. It brings together all of her own experience as an instructional coach, as well as the experiences of her clients, and all the expert guests she's interviewed on this podcast. We use this model to structure all of our courses for coaches, and in particular The Coach Certificate and Mentorship Program. You’ll get an overview of the model in this series, and how the three elements of Clarity, Consistency and Community can be used to develop and refine your individual coaching practice and your coaching program in your school. This series is designed to be an annual refresh of your coaching practice - even if you’ve heard some of the episodes before, every time you listen, when you reflect back on your growth over the last academic year, you’ll be able to take something new away to apply in your practice in the next academic year. Download our free companion guide & workbook that aligns with this series at edurolearning.com/refresh Let’s Connect: coachbetter.tvLinkedInInstagramYouTubeweekly newsletter#coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coachesWatch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools