Collaborative Coaching: Coaching Partner's Guide

by Susan Villani, Kathy Dunne

Coaching of new teachers by experienced colleagues can have a profound impact on the implementation of new knowledge and skills into the teachers practice. Collaborative Coaching Partner s Guide , by Susan Villani and Kathy Dunne , explains the value of coaching and why it is essential that teachers have multiple opportunities to reflect on their practice with colleagues. This six page (tri-fold) laminated guide provides an overview of the collaborative coaching process and offers guidance for the new teacher being coached (the coach s partner) on how to get the most out of the relationship. The authors identify a three-step coaching process that includes planning conversation, coaching observation and reflecting conversation. Collaborative Coaching Partner's Guide also outlines the skills essential for effective communication, which include

In a collaborative coaching relationship, the coaching partner is responsible for establishing the criteria for a successful relationship with the coach. This requires the partner to share with the coach his or her personal learning goals, preferred learning styles, areas of personal/interpersonal and professional strength, and areas in need of improvement. Such open and honest communication facilitates a productive and rewarding relationship that results not only in professional satisfaction, but in greater student achievement as well.

6 pages, Paperback

Published June 1, 2012