Posts by Gretchen Schultek Bridgers
CH Bonus: Leadership Isn’t for Cowards
Leadership isn’t always easy, but it can be worth it. Listen in on this Clubhouse Chat where educational leaders, Casey and Courtney, share their review of Mike Staver’s book, Leadership Isn’t for Cowards. This book acts as an all-in-one leadership guide with tips that you can immediately apply. It is applicable for anyone interested in…
Listen to Episode273: Four Top Coaching Fears and the Lessons they Teach Us
In this episode, Gretchen reveals four of the most common fears about coaching and she gives you practical tips to overcome those fears. Are you new to the role of coaching or you just have those beginning of the year jitters? Get this episode in your ear! You won’t want to miss this one! Quotables…
Listen to EpisodeSupporting Teachers During the Back to School Season
Supporting teachers during the Back to School season can look different for everyone depending on your school goals, your title/role, and your administrator’s style. However, it’s essential that supporting teachers should be the number one goal for teacher leaders during the stressful weeks leading up to the start of the school year. There are a…
Read Full Post272: Teacher Leadership with Sahur Augsteen
With only five years of experience in the field of education, Sahur shares wisdom beyond her years in both teaching and leadership. Sahur has a calm confidence that will surely reignite your passion for teaching. As an ending to our summer series, this interview is just what you need to start your school year off…
Listen to Episode6 Tips for 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: Reignite Your Passion in Education 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 *All quotables are from the interviewee Admit what you don’t know…
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: Instructional Coaching 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 *All quotables are from the interviewee Just say you don’t know,…
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: Untapped Potential 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 *All quotables are from the interviewee There are so many people in our lives that have untapped potential that they do…
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