This workshop equips instructional coaches with the knowledge, strategies, and tools to develop a sustainable coaching culture that fosters collaboration, professional growth, and improved student outcomes. Participants explore how to identify their coaching personality, manage time effectively, create shared visions aligned with school goals, and facilitate impactful Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). The session emphasizes measuring and celebrating success, strengthening communication skills, and navigating challenging conversations with empathy and professionalism. Through interactive activities, coaches gain practical strategies to inspire trust, model best practices, and lead with intentionality.

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• Lack of clarity and consistency in coaching roles, responsibilities, and priorities.
  
  
• Ineffective time management and difficulty balancing competing coaching demands.
  
  
• Limited structures for building trust, shared vision, and productive collaboration among staff.

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1. Defining and Leading as a Coach: Participants will identify their coaching personality, leverage their strengths, and align their work with school and district goals to maximize impact.
   
   
2. Establishing Structures for Success: Participants will learn to manage time strategically, create shared visions, set SMART goals, and facilitate effective PLCs that use data to inform instruction.
   
   
3. Mastering Communication and Relationship-Building: Participants will develop techniques for active listening, reflective questioning, and addressing challenging conversations in ways that build trust, promote accountability, and celebrate progress.