The EduCoach Survival Guide: Tips. Tools. Inspiration. And an occasional escape hatch. - Paperback
by Angela Scotto Harkness (Author), Jim Knight (Foreword by), Michael Dylan Rogers (Editor)
Coaching isn't always smooth sailing-and this book doesn't pretend it is.
Get practical, real-world solutions to 58 challenges instructional coaches actually face.
If you've ever wondered "What do I do next?"-this book is for you.
You're doing your best to support teachers-but the job of an instructional coach is rarely straightforward.
Have you ever missed an observation because you were pulled in to substitute teach? Been asked to "fix" a struggling teacher? Had a teacher who cancels every meeting? Or worked in a school where even your principal isn't quite sure what your job is?
You are not alone.
The EduCoach Survival Guide is your on-the-fly reference for navigating the daily chaos of coaching. Unlike books that describe what coaching should look like, this guide is for when things go sideways-and you need practical, realistic solutions, fast.
Inside this scenario-based guide, you'll learn how to:
- Choose the right course of action when faced with tough coaching situations
- Prepare for real-world challenges with backup plans and tools
- Manage difficult relationships with teachers, teams, and administrators
- Protect your time, boundaries, and mental health
- Build confidence and credibility in your coaching role
Includes 58 real-life coaching scenarios, such as:
- The coach is new and needs to build relationships fast
- The coach observed a lesson that completely bombed
- The teacher chronically cancels meetings
- The principal doesn't understand the coach's role
- The coach is losing passion-or on the edge of burnout
Whether you're just starting out or feeling stuck in a tough season, this book is here to support you-no judgment, just practical help.
Take control of your coaching role and grab your copy today.