Posts by Gretchen Schultek Bridgers
Moving from School to District Instructional Coach
Moving from a school to district instructional coach can be an adjustment for educators. There are many similarities and differences between the roles. This post will outline those as well as provide overall tips for making the transition successfully. Similarities in Roles Purpose– Instructional coaching, whether at a school building or district level, is the…
Read Full Post296: Interview with Jana Lee
You’ll enjoy this special summer interview series as Jana Lee shares about all the unique hats she’s worn in education and how her journey in education has evolved. Get ready to be empowered as Jana shares how everyone has an X-factor and something unique to bring to the world of education. Quotables *All quotables are…
Listen to EpisodeWhat I Wish I Knew about Being an Instructional Coach
Being an instructional coach looks different based on the needs of your school and/or district. This post will outline my experience coaching new teachers in a large urban district in Charlotte, NC. Vision– Coaching was so new that many leaders didn’t know exactly how to use a coach. Not understanding how you want to utilize…
Read Full PostBonus: 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,…
Listen to Episode295: Interview with Heidi Davis
In this special summer interview series on the Empowering Educators podcast, Gretchen interviews Heidi Davis. Heidi brings value and wisdom to the show as she shares about her experience in a variety of different educational roles. Heidi shares her secrets of how she ignites her passion in education so that you can be an empowered…
Listen to EpisodeHow 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…
Read Full Post294: 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…
Listen to EpisodeGet 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…
Read Full PostBonus: The Secret Sauce of Collaboration
What is collaboration? What is it not? In this short and sweet episode, Gretchen talks all about collaboration amongst teachers. Stay tuned until the end as Gretchen gives you a special opportunity for collaboration amongst other teacher leaders. Join the Mastermind here! Quotables We cannot confusing talking with true collaboration. We have to push each…
Listen to Episode293: 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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