Literacy Coach Training

SLC facilitators have a long history as coaches and training literacy/instructional coaches. Our coach training includes a set of face-to-face learning sessions, the number of days is determined based on the needs of the school or district. Our training also includes side-by-side coaching, which could also include a distance coaching option. During SLC learning sessions, coaches will…

1) develop skills to support dialogue that empower teachers to move from novice to expert practitioners.

2) develop content knowledge around instructional foci.

3) learn to use video as an effective coaching and reflective tool. 

4) learn to take descriptive observation notes, identify key moments for reflection, and provide reflective questions that support teacher reflection and instructional improvement.

5) develop skills for supporting lesson development (and use of SLC instructional tools/frameworks).

6) learn how to use coaching tools to support full coaching cycles.

7) develop coaching moves to enhance coach and teacher dialogue.

8) learn to practice personal reflection to refine their coaching practices.