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In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan talk with Kathy Perret and Kenny McKee about their new book, https://www.teachercast.net/compassionatecoaching (Compassionate Coaching), and how to overcome barriers, which in turn, will help you to become a more effective coach to your teachers. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast). We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network!Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a brand-new Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Weekly TopicNew book, https://www.teachercast.net/compassionatecoaching (Compassionate Coaching: How to Help Educators Navigate Barriers to Professional Growth) (https://www.teachercast.net/compassionatecoaching (https://www.teachercast.net/compassionatecoaching)) Twitter chat on Wednesday #educoach 8 pm Digital Coaching Menu – Lays out what coach can do for teacher and how they can work with them and assist https://achievethecore.org/peersandpedagogy/digital-coaching-menu-four-reasons-need-one/ (https://achievethecore.org/peersandpedagogy/digital-coaching-menu-four-reasons-need-one/) How do we start the process of leading teachers, PLCs? Build things together with teachers buy-in; have teachers come up with ways of how they can be supported Coach / Admin relationship – Meet together early to get a handle on vision of the school. Set up regular meeting times to keep up with on-going goals. Coaching Through Isolation – What is it like to be on your own? Twitter Chats for connecting with other coaches globally Regional agency in your area to support coaches Gathering Feedback from Teachers https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgwaOnxNid4mSIbngnvP330UYd3vCg2eXY6HPmK1TlFrRJug/viewform?usp=sf_link (Google Form) Conferences & Support Groups Compassionate Coaching for Educators FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/906233233270375 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/906233233270375) Coaching Success Coaching feedback survey from a teacher’s work with you and share with - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgwaOnxNid4mSIbngnvP330UYd3vCg2eXY6HPmK1TlFrRJug/viewform?usp=sf_link (Example) supervisors/coordinators to discuss results Impact on student learning Collaboration efforts Set goals with the teachers and keep track / reflect on where you are with the teacher within the cycle. How do you “train” / introduce administrators and later new administrators to what your job is? District training principals Beginning of year meeting – Ask “Have you ever worked with a coach before?” “What did that coach do?” Use those answers to explain your role and exactly what you do About our GuestsKathy PerretKathy Perret is an instructional coaching consultant and co-author of The Coach Approach to School Leadership (ASCD 2017) and https://www.teachercast.net/compassionatecoaching (Compassionate Coaching) (ASCD 2021). As the founder of Kathy Perret Consulting, she empowers school leaders, instructional coaches, and classroom teachers in their professional growth. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Kathy hosts onsite and virtual professional learning for educators across the world. Educators directly impact student growth and performance, and Kathy is dedicated to improving experiences and outcomes for both adults and students. She believes everyone deserves a coach - and that includes teachers, instructional coaches, and school leaders! Find out more at https://www.kathyperret.org/...