LESSONS FROM THE FIELD: CHALLENGES WE FACE WHEN COACHING TEACHERS

In this article, we highlight three of the common challenges that many coaches have experienced in one form or another: seeking administrative support for coaching teachers; working with teachers who are resistant or reluctant; and moving beyond demonstrating lessons. Each challenge has its unique set of circumstances that present possible opportunities for the coach to capitalize on and further support teachers’ daily work. We use these particular examples to provide the reader with opportunities to examine and reflect on situations coaches might encounter.