When Coaches Transition Back into the Classroom … What Happens Next?

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Sarah Kiefer, creator of Tech You Can Do and Barbara Scully from ConnectFCSed on the podcast to discuss how Instructional Coaches can best support their school districts, teachers, and students when they transition back into the classroom. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Big News of the Week FETC Conference: January 23-26 https://www.fetc.org/ Productivity Tips for Instructional Coaches Workshop on Friday, January 26 | 10:30-12:30 Location: S331B, Orange County Convention Center Question of the Week Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section. Should transitioning from a Coaching role into a Teacher role be considered a “step backward”? Weekly Topic The challenges and benefits of transitioning from a coaching role to a teaching role Strategies for adjusting to the classroom environment after being a coach Leveraging coaching experience to enhance teaching practice Reflecting on how coaching experience can inform instructional decisions in the classroom Building relationships with students as a teacher after being an instructional coach Supporting colleagues as an instructional coach while also being a classroom teacher Strategies for staying connected to the coaching community while teaching in the classroom Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that...