Here’s what no one tells you: time management for instructional coaches starts with goals!

In this episode, I walk you through how to set yearly, monthly, and weekly goals with real examples. You’ll also learn how defining your role and conducting a needs assessment can help you focus your coaching work. I share how I break down my big three goals into checkpoints to stay on track. Plus, you’ll hear how to measure your progress and advocate for your work with your administration.

Listen now!

-Chrissy Beltran

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How you introduce yourself to teachers matters!

In this episode, you’ll learn how to introduce yourself as an instructional coach. I talk about being introduced as the "expert" by my principal and the tension it caused with my teachers. You’ll hear about one of my favorite ways to get to know teachers and introduce your coaching role! Plus, guests Mona Lehl, Vanessa Ellis, and Amy Rudd share how they introduce themselves to teachers so you can get some new ideas!

Listen now to hear how to introduce yourself as an instructional coach and start your year off right!

-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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Want to start the school year strong?

In this episode, I share my back to school instructional coaching checklist to help you hit the ground running!

I walk you through my favorite books and resources to prepare for the upcoming school year. You’ll get a sneak peek inside my coaching binders, so you can see how I organize my resources and teacher documentation. Plus, I break down what to prioritize before school starts and which tasks you’ll want to invest time in now to ensure a successful year.

It’s everything instructional coaches need for back-to-school! Listen now!

-Chrissy Beltran

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Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode241

This episode is sponsored by IRIS Connect. IRIS Connect helps you streamline teacher development with the world’s most advanced PD facilitation system. https://www.irisconnect.com/us

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 kind of coach do you want to be this school year?

Join me and K-8 instructional coach Jessica Zimmerman as we discuss building your coaching personality. Drawing from 15 years in education, Jessica offers insights into what it means to develop your unique coaching identity.

In this episode, you’ll discover how to clarify your core coaching values and reflect them through intentional actions. Jessica shares examples of values coaches might want to embody and how to communicate them meaningfully with teachers.

You’ll also hear her take on navigating coaching relationships and adapting your approach to different teachers. Find out what Jessica means when she says, “coaches carry the weather”. Plus, learn how to craft a powerful coaching mantra that aligns with your vision and boundaries.

Tune in for inspiring stories, practical strategies, and all the encouragement you need to develop your coaching personality.

-Chrissy Beltran

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This episode is sponsored by IRIS Connect. IRIS Connect helps you streamline teacher development with the world’s most advanced PD facilitation system. https://www.irisconnect.com/us

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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Today, we’re exploring what instructional coaching is and is not, with educational consultant and coach Jasmine Abbey Bell. We look at what it takes to define your role, build strong relationships, and set yourself up for success.

You’ll learn what instructional coaching is and the biggest misconceptions that can sabotage coaches. Jasmine also shares practical ways to clarify your role for administration and teachers. We discuss how to set healthy boundaries, protect teacher confidentiality, and collaborate with school leaders without blurring the line between coaching and administration.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between teachers and administrators or struggled to communicate what you actually do, this episode is for you! Tune in to get more clarity about what instructional coaching is and isn’t!

Listen now!

-Chrissy Beltran

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This episode is sponsored by IRIS Connect. IRIS Connect helps you streamline teacher development with the world’s most advanced PD facilitation system. https://www.irisconnect.com/us

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 is the purpose of instructional coaching, and how can you prove its value to your school community? In this episode, I sit down with Education Consultant Erinn Cottman to explore what instructional coaching is, why it is necessary, and how it supports both teacher development and student academic success.

Erinn emphasizes the importance of establishing a culture of coaching in schools, developing clear systems, and creating a shared leadership vision. We examine common barriers that get in the way of effective coaching, such as lack of systems, unclear roles, and limited support. Erinn offers practical advice on advocating for your role, building strong relationships, and setting yourself up for success at the beginning of the school year.

This episode will give you the tools to make your coaching count for every teacher and student you serve. Listen now!

-Chrissy Beltran

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This episode is sponsored by IRIS Connect. IRIS Connect helps you streamline teacher development with the world’s most advanced PD facilitation system. https://www.irisconnect.com/us/

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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Hey coach, been feeling all the feelings lately? You’re definitely not alone!

In this episode, literacy coach and adjunct professor Leah Ruesink joins me for an honest conversation about instructional coaching: more feelings than you'd expect! We discuss the big feelings instructional coaches often grapple with, including feelings of imposter syndrome, isolation, and self-doubt.

Leah shares her journey from teacher to coach, highlighting the importance of building relationships and having meaningful coaching conversations. She reflects on what she wishes she’d known before becoming a literacy coach and explains how the audio notes she recorded early on eventually turned into an article about navigating coaching roles. Plus, Leah offers plenty of recommendations to help manage our emotions and coach successfully.

Listen now!

-Chrissy Beltran

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This episode is sponsored by IRIS Connect. IRIS Connect helps you streamline teacher development with the world’s most advanced PD facilitation system. https://www.irisconnect.com/us/

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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Ready for an inside look at a day in the life of an administrator who coaches? Discover how my guest, Jodi Wilson, balances teacher support, student learning, and administrative work!

In this episode, Jodi shares what a day in the life of an administrator who coaches is really like. She emphasizes the importance of being an instructional leader, not just an administrator.

Jodi reflects on her transition from instructional facilitator to administrator in the same school, and how her approach to coaching has evolved in her new role. She opens up about the challenges she has as an administrator and offers practical ways school leaders can support instructional coaches.

Listen now!

-Chrissy Beltran

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Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode236

This episode is sponsored by IRIS Connect. IRIS Connect helps you streamline teacher development with the world’s most advanced PD facilitation system. https://www.irisconnect.com/us/

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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We’re taking you inside a day in the life of a high school instructional coach! In this episode, Allie Freeburg shares what a typical day looks like for her at an urban charter school.

Allie offers an honest look at her coaching role, including how she supports teachers, overcomes common challenges, and drives positive change. She breaks down how she structures PLC meetings and discusses how she built an instructional leadership team. Allie shares her favorite strategies for coaching high school, like micro-coaching and co-teaching. Plus, she highlights the many ways her school leadership supports her work and how she leverages that relationship to enhance her coaching.

This is the second episode in our Day in the Life of an Instructional Coach series. It’s packed with practical tips and strategies you can use no matter what grades you coach! Listen now!

-Chrissy Beltran

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Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode235

This episode is sponsored by IRIS Connect. IRIS Connect helps you streamline teacher development with the world’s most advanced PD facilitation system. https://www.irisconnect.com/us/

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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Curious about what it’s like to coach at more than one school?

In this episode, Mallory Martin gives us a glimpse into a day in the life of an instructional coach with multiple campuses.

She walks us through her weekly coaching schedule and shares how she manages her time. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at her organizational system, including her top six tips for traveling coaches. Mallory also talks about working with different administrators, building strong relationships with teachers, and navigating the unique challenges that come with supporting several schools.

Whether you're new to coaching or looking to refine your approach, Mallory’s insights and strategies provide practical support for navigating a coaching position across multiple locations.

Listen now!

-Chrissy Beltran

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Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode234

This episode is sponsored by IRIS Connect. IRIS Connect helps you streamline teacher development with the world’s most advanced PD facilitation system. https://www.irisconnect.com/us/

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!

Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros