Coaching


Embedded Coaching for Teachers

Embedded Coaching is offered as a way to partner with teachers and provide support in the areas of student engagement, behavior management and differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students.  Through a collaborative process, Pam and educators will use student data and curriculum to plan and develop strategies to improve student outcomes. This will in turn, empower teachers using a positive and collaborative approach to professional development. 

 

Key Focus Areas

Student Engagement

Pam helps teachers implement interactive strategies that foster curiosity, participation and motivation, ensuring all students are actively involved in their learning.

Group and Partner Learning Opportunities-Pam’s coaching emphasizes the power of collaboration, guiding teachers to structure meaningful group and partner activities that promote communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

Evidence of Different Learning Styles-Pam supports teachers in differentiating instruction to accommodate diverse learning preferences, incorporating visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and hands-on activities to meet the needs of all students.

Checks for Understanding-Pam’s embedded coaching equips educators with effective formative assessment techniques to monitor student comprehension in real time, allowing for timely adjustments and targeted support.

By working alongside teachers within their classrooms, Pam provides ongoing, actionable support that leads to improved teaching practices and enhanced student learning experiences.

Behavior Management

Pam focuses on behavior management and instructional strategies to empower educators with the tools they need to foster student success.

Focus on Skill-Building-Pam guides teachers in developing proactive strategies to support students’ self-regulation, social-emotional learning, and problem-solving skills, fostering independence and resilience.

Tier One Intervention Implemented-Our coaching ensures that strong, research-based Tier One behavior supports are in place, promoting a positive classroom culture while reducing disruptions and maximizing instructional time.

Strengths-Based Approach-We emphasize recognizing and building on students’ strengths, encouraging a growth mindset and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Through embedded coaching, modeling, and reflection, we help teachers implement practical, sustainable strategies that lead to improved student behavior and engagement.

Differentiated Instruction

Providing differentiated instruction that meets the diverse needs of all learners is an integral part of education. Through personalized coaching, Pam equips educators with strategies to enhance student engagement, understanding and achievement.

Learning Objective Posted- We support teachers in clearly communicating learning goals, so students understand expectations and stay focused on their progress.

Activating Prior Knowledge- Our coaching helps educators incorporate techniques to connect new content with students’ existing knowledge, enhancing comprehension and retention.

I Do, We Do, You Do Format- We reinforce the use of gradual release strategies to scaffold learning effectively, ensuring students receive the modeling, guided practice, and independent practice they need to succeed.

By embedding coaching into daily instruction, Pam provides feedback and practical strategies that create more inclusive and effective learning experiences.