Posts by Gretchen Schultek Bridgers
6 Tips to Coaching Instructional Coaches
Instructional coaches are high performers in both instruction and leadership. Their work supporting the growth and development of teachers is why their position in education is essential. Administrators are busy crafting the vision and mission of the school while managing the operations. The teachers are the life blood of the school, making learning stick for…
Read Full Post271: Interview with Brian Sepe
Tune into this special episode in the summer series of the Empowering Educator’s podcast. Brian Sepe is on and he shares with us how he reignites his passion for education. You’ll gain practical tips to help you reignite your own passion for education. Quotables Admit what you don’t know and find ways to be a…
Listen to Episode5 Mistakes a Teacher Mentor Makes
A teacher mentor is one of the most powerful ways to support the growth of educators. A teacher mentor is a colleague who has shown tremendous impact in the classroom and is willing to help new or struggling colleagues learn how to do the same. In order to be an effective teacher mentor, there are…
Read Full Post270: Interview with Inga Parker
In this episode of the Empowering Educators Podcast, Inga Parker shares about her EDU journey. She encourages and inspires others to coach teachers well. Inga has a passion for advocating for new and seasoned teachers alike. Tune into this episode and leave empowered. Quotables Just say you don’t know, it’s okay. You can know it…
Listen to EpisodeHow to Run Math Workshop in your Classroom
Math workshop is a way to structure your math block so that students get repetitious practice on multiple skills. Students can be found in various centers working on different tasks for a pre-determined amount of time. They then switch to other groups and eventually work in a small group with the teacher on the focus…
Read Full Post269: Interview with Linda Rhyne
Listen in to hear Linda Rhyne share her experience from being a teacher, coach to now being the owner of Linda Rhyne consulting. You’ll be empowered as you hear about her EDU journey. Quotables There are so many people in our lives that have untapped potential that they do not see. I know a great…
Listen to EpisodeHow a Mastermind Can Increase Educator Effectiveness
Educators who are top notch are those that continue to learn and grow throughout their career. Participating in varied learning experiences will increase educator effectiveness, which then positively impacts student learning in the classroom. The Problem Support for the development of educators varies at each school building and district. Some offer new hire or teacher…
Read Full Post268: Interview with Erica Harrell
Tune in and listen as Erica Harrell shares about her experience and knowledge with creating effective Professional Development opportunities for educators. You’ll be inspired as Erica shares her challenges and wins along her education journey. Quotables When you are the expert…it’s often hard to make the information digestible for others because you want to give…
Listen to EpisodeCreating Mental Health Supports for Teachers
The mental health of educators is in crisis right now. It is causing increased stress, decreased job satisfaction, and a mass exodus of the profession. Mental health is a taboo subject; something no one wants to talk about or admit they struggle in that area. Because of that, educators suffer silently when they could be…
Read Full PostCH Bonus: Coaching with a Classroom Management Lens
The end of the school year can get a little crazy, which is why now more than ever, it is important to remember that classroom management is a year-round thing. Take the time to check in with your teachers and start planning on how you can better support them in the fall. Listen in on…
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