Bonus: We All Need Something

In this special bonus episode, Gretchen shares about her journey from classroom teacher to teacher leader and how her mentor helped her along the way. She now  empowers other teacher leaders to impact their school districts positively. Gretchen shares how she can specifically help teacher leaders and gives a special invitation to join her exclusive,…

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How to Effectively Collaborate with Colleagues

To collaborate with colleagues requires intention and a systematic approach. Collaboration, if done well, is a powerful technique that can support the growth of teachers. Collaboration can: Increase one’s knowledge-base Model skills and strategies Multiply innovative ideas Bond a team together The problem is many schools require teachers to collaborate without providing training in how…

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294: Interview with Ashley Hubner

Tune in as you listen to this special Summer Series episode on the Empowering Educators Podcast. In this episode, Gretchen interviews Ashley Hubner. You will feel empowered as you hear Ashley’s story of being a classroom teacher, instructional coach and curriculum specialist. You’ll love her advice on how to reignite your passion, listen today! Quotables…

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Get Organized for Coaching!

Getting organized for instructional coaching is one way to increase the likelihood that you can have an impact on teacher growth. If a coach is unorganized, it is hard for them to be able to maintain a strong growth plan for a teacher, let alone multiple teachers. This post will help instructional coaches get organized…

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293: Interview with Michelle Ruhe

In this episode of the Empowering Educators podcast, Gretchen interviews Michelle Ruhe. Michelle shares all about her journey in education. Throughout the interview, Michelle shares wisdom and encouragement to all educators that will empower you to be elite no matter where you are at in your journey. Quotables *All quotables are from the interviewee  It’s…

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Managing the Implementation Gap

When teacher leaders do not understand and plan for the implementation gap , they will not be able to best support the growth of teachers. This post will help teacher leaders (mentors, cooperating teachers, instructional coaches, PD facilitators, etc.) manage the implementation gap so that teacher expectation is adjusted and performance can reach its potential.…

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