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.

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-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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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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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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Season 7 is here! To kick things off, we’re talking all about coaching through the seasons!

I think we can all agree that coaching looks much different in the fall than it does in the spring! In this episode, we’re exploring how our roles as coaches shift throughout the school year and what it really means to coach through the seasons. I share how to respond to shifting teachers’ needs on campus and how to prioritize your goals, no matter what your administration throws at you! You’ll hear the three things coaches need to remember throughout the school year: understanding that teacher morale and support needs shift, embracing the seasonal nature of teaching, and building small steps towards your priorities. Plus, learn how to get my free action plan mini course to help you get started today!

-Chrissy Beltran

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Today, we’re discussing five high-impact coaching strategies that make change happen in the classroom! During the episode, I outline the key characteristics of high-level coaching work. I provide an overview of the five high-impact instructional coaching strategies: visiting a colleague, classroom visit, modeling, co-teaching, and video coaching. I also review the three parts of a coaching cycle: pre-conference, classroom work, and post-conference. Plus, you’ll hear about some things to consider during the pre-conference and why you need to define roles when using any of these strategies. Listen now to learn more about high-impact instructional coaching strategies and how you can use them with your teachers.

-Chrissy Beltran

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Teachers are struggling to keep up with all the changes and challenges in education. Instructional coaches don't want to be one more thing for teachers to worry about. This makes some coaches reluctant to visit classrooms and coach, but the truth is teachers need us now more than ever. In this episode, I share my top four tips for coaching overwhelmed teachers. Listen to my suggestions for shifting your mindset and how to help teachers right now.

-Chrissy Beltran

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When teachers ask for coaching support, they are more likely to be invested in the results. So how can you get teachers to initiate coaching cycles? On this episode, I explain how to create a coaching culture that encourages teachers to ask for the support they need. I share ideas for getting teachers to initiate coaching cycles. This episode is for you if you want practical strategies that engage teachers in the instructional coaching cycle.

-Chrissy Beltran

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Coffee & Coaching Membership

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The first 20 days of coaching are crucial for setting the stage for a successful school year. In this episode, I give you a step-by-step plan for your first 4 weeks on campus. You’ll learn what to do each week to get to know your staff, build relationships, and provide instructional coaching support. I also share some resources to help you get started. If you're looking for beginning of the year coaching ideas, this episode is for you. Click to listen!

-Chrissy Beltran

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One of my sources of stress as an instructional coach was modeling or co-teaching in classrooms that didn't have good management in place. Over time, I created a simple behavior management plan that helps in these situations. In this episode, I share this proactive approach to classroom management and how to use it as a coach. Listen to get all the details on my simple behavior management plan for coaches and actionable tips for coaching in classrooms without a clear classroom management plan.

This is the last episode for Season 3 of the show. Be sure to join us in February 2023 for an all-new season of the podcast!

-Chrissy Beltran

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