Fundamentals of Instructional Coaching

Catalog description

The instructional coach provides instructional leadership by supporting evidence-based instructional practices with classroom teachers. This course focuses on developing the elements of instructional coaching: assessment for learning, delivery of effective curriculum, enhancing classroom instruction, and effective classroom management. In developing the role of the instructional coach, candidates will develop skill in building trusting relationships, facilitating support from administrators, and providing confidential, non-evaluative job-embedded professional development for faculty. Models of coaching will be explored as well as a focus on conferencing and facilitation skills.