Posts by Gretchen Schultek Bridgers
266: Mindset with Becca Silver
Becca Silver shares how she helps support Teacher Coaches by working on mindset. She discusses the importance of working on personal growth as well as professional growths and how both ares of our lives effect the other. You won’t want to miss this important discussion! Quotables *All quotables are from the interviewee Coaches are the…
Listen to EpisodeHow to Request School Funds for your Professional Development
Educators are always looking for ways to strengthen their craft. Requesting school funds is one way educators can continue to grow their instructional and leadership capacity. This post will walk educators through what school funds are, how to request them, and what they can even be used for. What are school funds? Schools have money…
Read Full PostCH Bonus: Adapting to Different Teacher Needs
The end of the school year is the perfect time to reflect and prepare for the following year. It is important that we don’t assume teachers need the same support year after year, and that we get to the root of the problems we can help with. Listen in on this Clubhouse Chat where we…
Listen to Episode265: Get Motivated with Beth Segner
Beth Segner found herself burnt out where she was in education. That burn out ultimately lead her to a role of coaching which reignited her passion for education. Beth chats all things coaching and early math education. Tune in to hear actionable steps you can take right now to ensure you stay motivated, focused and…
Listen to EpisodeHow to Lead Community Partnerships
Community partnerships benefit schools and students because they enrich the learning experience. Having outside support for school based initiatives allows students and staff access to items, experiences, and opportunities the school alone could not offer. Partnerships could be physical donations, volunteering time, sponsoring events, and more. This post serves to help schools build and navigate…
Read Full PostCH Bonus: Prepping Our Leadership Now for the Upcoming School Year
As we get closer to the end of the school year, sometimes we feel like we are being pulled in every direction. Schedules also change in the spring semester, and sometimes we find ourselves with nooks and crannies of time that we didn’t have before. Listen in on this Clubhouse Chat where our guest educator…
Listen to Episode264: Teacher Leadership with John Schembari
John Schembari shares about his journey within the education world. He discusses what it takes to be a true teacher leader and how you can leverage past experiences to add value to your teacher leadership journey. Quotables *All quotables are from the interviewee A true leader understands that it’s about empowering the community, not necessarily…
Listen to EpisodeHow to Lead a Committee at your School Site
How to lead a committee at your school site is a common question for teachers who want leadership experience. It doesn’t matter whether an administrator appoints or approves your leadership on a committee, you get to serve as the point person. This very important job ensures your school continues to improve for the sake of…
Read Full PostCH Bonus: Tried and True Tips for Coaching Teachers
Coaching can be isolating. Sometimes we are at the end of our rope and thinking what else can I try? Tune in to this Bonus Clubhouse Episode where our guest educator – Kelsey – shares her tried and true tips on how to be the instructional coach that your teachers need. This chat not only…
Listen to Episode263: Wait Until Your Words Have Weight
Do your words have weight? Does the feedback you give to those that you coach provide the results that you know are possible or does your feedback land flat? What do you need to do in order to give feedback that people hear and apply? Tune in to gain some practical tips to help you…
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