Why are Faculty Meetings the Key to Setting Up Meaningful Coaching Cycles?

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss how important it is to create a funnel system from your faculty meetings that help you land meaningful collaborations in 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. 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. This week’s question is: Question Topic: How do I make the most out of my faculty meeting opportunities so that I can get traction in the classroom with my teachers? Weekly Topic What is the purpose of the Faculty meeting? Creating a Funnel System out of your Faculty Meetings What is a Funnel System? How does a Funnel work? <br/> Understanding the three types of building-based Professional Development Large Group Faculty Meetings <br/> Medium Group Department / Grade Level Meetings <br/> Small Group 1:1 Planning Sessions <br/> Bonus Round In-Class Support <br/> <br/> How does the funnel work? Principal Role (Before the PD) Set the stage and provide a direction I am asking the coach the share this topic because it is a goal of our school <br/> <br/> Coaches Role (During the PD) Create a dynamic learning experience that involves everyone in the school <br/> Generals Role (During the PD) Pick up the ball and run with it to inspire others <br/> Principal Role (After the PD) “I am asking the Coach to meet with each of you as a department/grade level to make sure you are comfortable planning for this new skill. <br/> Follow up Communication (After the PD) Email to Teachers with Follow up links / booking form <br/> Next Steps - Department/Grade Level meetings - 1:1 Meetings - In-Classroom Pop-ins <br/> How do you create a funnel of your own? Work with your principal and share the vision for getting into classrooms by first meeting with all teachers. Have your meeting dates set up with the principal before the PD session Have your follow up email and resources ready to go End the PD session by telling the teachers that they will be seeing you in their classrooms to support on this new skill that is being requested by the principal. <br/> <br/> 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? <br/> 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 can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive Teach