Do you ever wonder why some teachers avoid coaching, while others jump in with both feet? In this episode, I’m joined by Nicole S. Turner, founder of Simply Coaching, for an inspiring discussion about coaching culture and the four types of teachers: believers, tweeners, survivors, and fundamentalists.

You’ll hear how to build a coaching culture and why it matters. Nicole shares strategies for addressing teacher trauma, communicating your role clearly, and getting buy-in from day one. This episode is about understanding the real reasons behind resistance and how you can create a coaching culture in your building. If you want to learn how to shift culture on campus, change mindsets, and see real impact, this one’s for you! Listen now!

-Chrissy Beltran

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How can the school leadership team (SLT) support a positive coaching culture on campus? Today, Dr. Christy Lamb joins me to discuss how coaching culture starts with the leadership team. She explains the purpose of the school leadership team and who might be on it. We explore what a school with a positive coaching culture looks like in real life and how the leadership team can support it. Dr. Lamb tells us how she handled logistics for meetings, and she offers strategies for choosing team members. You’ll also learn how instructional coaches can help build the school culture through their work on the leadership team. You don’t want to miss this inspiring conversation! Listen now to hear all about how coaching culture starts with the leadership team!

-Chrissy Beltran

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Setting norms with your PLC teams makes them more effective! When people know what’s expected of them, they perform better. In this episode, I share a module from The Confident Literacy Coach course on creating norms and agreements with teacher teams. You'll learn a step-by-step process for developing norms and actionable ways your team can hold each other accountable during meetings. Plus, I include sample norms you can try out with your PLCs today! Listen now! You don’t want to miss this episode!

-Chrissy Beltran

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When we talk about starting PLC meetings, special education teachers are often treated as an afterthought. That needs to stop!

In this episode, author Julie A. Schmidt joins me to discuss how to include special education teachers in PLC and team meetings. We address the reasons special educators are often left out of meetings, and she shares ways to break down these barriers!

You’ll learn about the cultural and mindset shifts necessary to foster collective ownership for the success of all students. We explore creating a master schedule, the key things teachers should be focusing on during meetings, and how to handle it when teachers can’t attend all meetings. Plus, Julie explains what it’s like to facilitate a high-level collaborative meeting.

This episode is jam-packed with ideas for how to include special education teachers in PLC and team meetings. Listen now!

-Chrissy Beltran

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How can coaches support mindset shifts in their teacher teams? Today, Connie Hamilton joins me to discuss this important topic. We talk about cultivating a growth mindset in PLCs, managing diverse teams, and making data more meaningful. You’ll hear about the power of classroom visits and why it’s important to celebrate small wins. Connie also explains how coaches can shift from deficit thinking to asset-based thinking.

Listen now to learn all about supporting mindset shifts in your teacher teams and PLCs!

-Chrissy Beltran

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What is collective efficacy for PLC teams? In this episode, Dr. Shannon LaFargue of Bullseye Education joins me to discuss collective teacher efficacy (CTE). He explains what collective efficacy is and why it matters for student achievement. During the episode, Dr. LaFargue breaks down the DNA double helix metaphor for teacher growth. You’ll also hear how to foster a culture of collective teacher efficacy and how to handle teachers who push back against PLC structures. Tune in to discover actionable strategies to strengthen your PLC teams and boost student success. Listen now!

-Chrissy Beltran

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Teacher teams not in sync? Don’t miss this episode!

It can be really difficult if your teacher teams aren’t on the same page! In this episode, we’re breaking down 5 things to do if your teacher teams aren't aligned.

You’ll hear how to recognize when a team is out of alignment and how to fix it. I share 5 simple strategies to improve your teacher teams, even if you’re just getting started. Discover why it’s important to focus on what you can manage, hold regular data meetings, and look at student work together. Plus, I offer 2 practical ideas for getting teachers into each other’s classrooms: ghost visits and peer classroom visits.

Listen now and get your FREE PLC Discussion Dice to spark better teacher conversations using the link below!

-Chrissy Beltran

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Wondering how to plan a Family Literacy Night for your elementary school? In this episode, I share my best tips for a fun and engaging event. I offer examples of things I’ve done at my school and what a Family Literacy Night could look like on your campus. You’ll get ideas for choosing a purpose and theme. I give you strategies for getting sponsors, staffing the event, preparing the stations, organizing materials, and getting people to actually show up. Listen now to learn all about planning a successful Family Literacy Night!

-Chrissy Beltran

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What does it take to be a really great coach? If you’ve ever wondered which traits matter most, this episode is for you! I break down the 7 qualities of a great instructional coach. I also share my experiences transitioning from the classroom to coaching, including how my strengths as a teacher had to evolve to fit my new role. Whether you're a new coach or an experienced pro, this episode will help you reflect on your strengths and identify areas you want to grow in.

-Chrissy Beltran

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What are the books every instructional coach should read? In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite books about instructional coaching! I reveal my top seven coaching book recommendations, why I love each one, and how they helped me become a better coach. Listen to learn how these books can support your coaching work on campus!

-Chrissy Beltran

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Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!

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