Student-Centered Coaching: Building Effective Teacher Partnerships with Karrie Fansler
Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based Strategies. Classrooms Where Every Child Thrives.
11/11/24
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Join me in conversation with Karrie Fansler, Learning Design Specialist with Evergreen Public Schools, as we explore her innovative eight-phase coaching cycle that transforms traditional instructional coaching. Karrie shares how her team of 36 coaches developed this dynamic framework that puts student learning at the center while honoring teacher dignity and inquiry.
Learn about each phase of the cycle - from capturing initial "sparks" of teacher interest to establishing shared classroom reality, refining focus areas, and setting intentional next steps. Karrie explains how coaches can make this cycle responsive to individual teachers' needs, whether working through a quick 15-minute conversation or engaging in deeper long-term partnerships.
This episode offers practical strategies for instructional coaches looking to:
➡️Build stronger coaching partnerships grounded in student learning
➡️Make coaching conversations more intentional and impactful
➡️Balance structure and flexibility in coaching cycles
➡️Document and capture learning in ways that work for different teachers
➡️Center teacher agency while maintaining a clear coaching purpose
Whether you're new to instructional coaching or looking to refine your practice, this conversation provides a fresh framework for making coaching more responsive, collaborative, and focused on what matters most - student learning.
Episode Mentions:
- Responsive Coaching Cycle (graphic)
- Evergreen Public Schools
- That Workshop Book by Sam Bennett & Sam’s Circles of Engagement
- Why Do I Have to Read This? Literacy Strategies to Engage Our Most Reluctant Students by Cris Tovani
- How to use both print and digital notebooks to organize your coaching practice by Matt Renwick
- Reggio Emilia Documentation Panels
Get in touch with Karrie @kafansler@gmail.com
#InstructionalCoaching #ResponsiveCoachingCycle #CoachingCycle #EDUCoach #TeacherCoaching #TeacherPD #StudentLearning #TeacherLeadership #SchoolLeadership #EDULeadership #TeacherDignity #TeacherAgency #CoachingInEducation #TeachingAndLearning #K12Education #EDUChat #CoachingConversations #TeacherSupport #InstructionalLeadership #CoachingPractice #CoachingFramework #StudentCentered #CoachingPartnership #RealityBasedCoaching #ResponsiveCoaching #TeacherInquiry #CoachingDocumentation #ClassroomReality #TeacherReflection #CoachingSparkMoments
When coaches, teachers, administrators, and families work hand in hand, it fosters a school atmosphere where everyone is inspired and every student is fully engaged in their learning journey.
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In this bonus episode of Schoolutions: Coaching and Teaching Strategies, I discuss creating safe, inclusive school environments during election season. Following my interview with Ari Gerzon-Kessler, I explore how educators can lean on the strategies and writing of experts to support students and families during politically sensitive times. Drawing from various education experts and authors, I examine the importance of welcoming all perspectives while maintaining professional boundaries, processing fear productively, and fostering genuine curiosity. Rather than promoting specific political views, I urge us to consider the educator's role in facilitating thoughtful discussions and ensuring every student and caregiver feels seen, heard, and valued in school spaces.
Episode Mentions:
- Risk.Fail.Rise.: A Teacher’s Guide to Learning from Mistakes. by M. Colleen Cruz
- Why Do I Have to Read This?: Literacy Strategies to Engage Our Most Reluctant Students by Cris Tovani
- Jess Lifshitz & November 2024 (Special Edition): A Word About Creating Safety Post-Election 2024
- Nourishing Caregiver Collaborations: Elevating Home Experiences and Classroom Practices for Collective CarebyNawal Qarooni
- Jennifer L. Eberhardt
- Drive by Daniel H. Pink
- Dr. Robert Keegan and Dr. Lisa Leahy
#Education #FamilyEngagement #EducatorResources #SchoolLeadership #FETteams #TeacherPodcast #FamilyPartnerships #EquitableEducation #SchoolCommunity #TeacherResources #EdLeadership #SchoolAdmin #K12 #TeacherPD #ParentEngagement #Schoolutions #UnderrepresentedFamilies #EducationalEquity #CommunityEngagement #SchoolCulture #BetterTogether #TeachersOfInstagram #EdChat #PrincipalLife #SchoolSuccess #FamilyPartnerships #EducatorPodcast #ProfessionalDevelopment #SchoolImprovement #EquitableSchools
When coaches, teachers, administrators, and families work hand in hand, it fosters a school atmosphere where everyone is inspired and every student is fully engaged in their learning journey.
Next Episode
In this bonus episode, I delve into the art of collaborative coaching through the lens of personal experience and relationship-building. I discuss how the universe brings people together at the right moments, particularly highlighting my connection with Karrie Fansler and our work with her responsive coaching cycle.
I share how I have implemented the innovative eight-phase responsive coaching model developed by Karrie and her 36 Evergreen Public Schools district coaches, explaining how it can be flexibly implemented in five practical sessions.
Key topics include
➡️The importance of choice and autonomy in coaching relationships
➡️How to document and track coaching progress effectively
➡️Practical strategies for implementing coaching cycles
➡️Building trust between coaches and teachers
➡️Maintaining confidentiality while keeping administrators informed using Learning Forward's 4Ts of Confidentiality ➡️The parallel between coaching teachers and conferring with students
The episode offers valuable insights for instructional coaches, teachers, and educational leaders looking to enhance their coaching practice while keeping students at the center of their work.
Check out my episode with Karrie here!
#InstructionalCoaching #ResponsiveCoachingCycle #CoachingCycle #EDUCoach #TeacherCoaching #TeacherPD #StudentLearning #TeacherLeadership #SchoolLeadership #EDULeadership #TeacherDignity #TeacherAgency #CoachingInEducation #TeachingAndLearning #K12Education #EDUChat #CoachingConversations #TeacherSupport #InstructionalLeadership #CoachingPractice #CoachingFramework #StudentCentered #CoachingPartnership #RealityBasedCoaching #ResponsiveCoaching #TeacherInquiry #CoachingDocumentation #ClassroomReality #TeacherReflection #CoachingSparkMoments
When coaches, teachers, administrators, and families work hand in hand, it fosters a school atmosphere where everyone is inspired and every student is fully engaged in their learning journey.
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