Instructional coaching: 10 effective year-end activities

As the academic school year draws to close, instructional coaches play a critical role in helping teachers and other coaches effectively wrap up the academic year. Engaging with teachers and coaching colleagues in this process is essential for maximizing impact and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within schools. Closing out the year strongly involves more than just tying up loose ends; it’s an opportunity for reflection, celebration and strategic planning to propel professional growth and instructional excellence. Coaches can choose from several year-end activities to do so.

When instructional coaches work with teachers to close the year, this practice maintains consistency, fosters reflection and strengthens the coach-teacher relationship. By collaboratively reflecting on progress made, celebrating successes and identifying areas for growth, teachers and coaches gain valuable insights into their practice and set priorities for professional development for next year.

Full article published by Donna Spangler in SmartBrief on May 7, 2024.

Cap off the school year with ten intentional coaching activities that promote reflection, celebrate growth, and strengthen collaboration among teachers and coaches...

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