Here’s an infographic with research from classroom coaching over the last 10 years. I hear a lot of “I feel more confident” and “It’s helpful to have a sounding board” What has your experience been?

https://www.iecl.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/CER_Infographic-2017.pdf

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Using this thread to build a tool-kit of strategies that helped transform my classroom and school community. I’ll be dropping resources here throughout the day. Feel free to comment and share yours 🛠

What novels do you use in your ELA classrooms? I am curious to see what everyone else is using !

Has anyone ever used an atomizer with a calming scent in their classrooms? If yes, what scents did you use and were there any results? TYIA

What regulations do you encounter that affect how you manage your classroom?

Daycare has given my kiddo a nickname, that has now stuck 3 years later. I had politely asked them to use his real name 2 years ago when I first noticed it. Walked into the classroom today and heard 3 different kids call him by the nickname. What do I do here? Say nothing and hope it stops naturally? Say something again? Do I sound crazy being annoyed by this?

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What is your best classroom management trick?

Drop your classroom management ideas here. For my school it sure is nice to have a principal who supports a no phone policy.

Has anyone tried using a QR code for classroom sign out? Has it worked for you or just become a pain?

Do you have a classroom coach?

Hey Coaches! I’m Alyssa, and I’m one of the Community Leaders here at Fishbowl. I’ve been in the classroom for 10 years and a classroom coach for 6 (mainly elementary/Pre-K). Excited to be here!

Does your school district train paraprofessionals? Especially the ones in sever ASD classrooms. If so how? Are there any great websites? Is anyone willing to share training PowerPoint slides? I’d like suggestions to bring to my supervisor on how to help training these new employees

I can manage my classroom better if I don’t respond to emails outside of office hours. This gives my mind a break and by consequence refreshes me for the next day. It also sets a boundary.

I have used Dojo and Bloomz in the past. Want to use a classroom behavior management system that doesn’t require me to be logged into an app/site. My upcoming 4th graders are a tough group

Hi I am a new teacher intern hired yesterday. I will be teaching second grade. School reopens on Aug 17. I do not have my own materials. I do not know what materials are there in my classroom. What should I buy? I will be talking to the Principal on Monday to find out more. I am very excited and nervous at the same time. Any tips and suggestions for me would be helpful.

I am really worried and nervous about our future. The past four years have been so difficult in the classroom due to so many things regarding our jobs. Then, we have this awful political climate...

Guys ,I am automation test engineer with experience of 8.5 years. I have offer from publicis sapient( permanent work from home) ans Elsevier. Both of them are giving same package. Please guide me which one is better to work?

Infosys Chandigarh it park nearby do anyone know any good pg with food. Will be joining there coming tuesday

I just started subleasing a room at my new apartment early (actual lease starts mid august, moved in early because one old tenant moved out already). The bathroom is disgusting and clearly hasn’t been cleaned for months. There’s huge brown stains/mold around the drains and the shower gets backed up quickly so I have to turn it on/off so the water doesn’t go up over my ankles. I’m so grossed out, and I realize an obvious solution is that I can clean it myself, but I feel like they should. Advice?

Hello ! I am starting my first job as a data scientist next month, and I want to give a good first impression to the team I will be working with. I have curly hair, so do you think I should straighten it out of fear of being labeled as careless person ?
PS : There were two interviews in total, one of which was via phone and an other with the HR where I straightened my hair. Thanks !

Thoughts my fellow German autos?

McKinsey = Mercedes-Benz (refined, stately, "the best or nothing")

BCG = Audi (techy, innovative, modern)

Bain = BMW (youthful, sporty, loud)

Work from home in European countries, how common is that?

Hello Fishes,

Does anyone know about the company BetterUp or currently working there? Im interested in a role they posted.

Thanks!!

The Confederate flag debate going on in the accounting bowl has me so pressed right now 😤

May have an opportunity to transition out of patient care into working remotely from home doing healthcare Recruiting. Would be a pay cut, is it worth it ?

Any suggestions for resources to understand pre-sales process (specific to cloud solutions) ?

Becoming a dad next month. How much per month should we plan on for diapers? For the first 6-12 months?

has anyone ever had a small backyard event catered from a local restaurant? 50 people or so. flexible on cuisine so long as there are veggie options and it will do well in the heat. backyard in question is in NE DC

Does anyone else feel like no one gives an eff about you until you make a mistake?

What’s the lowest I can put down for a second home/mortgage? I plan on renting out my condo and buying a second home to live in. Can I finance it as a vacation/second home?

What are the most important firm benefits to you and why? I mean beyond medical, dental, and vision. What’s your level in the biz?

I am preparing for my first trial! Very nervous but excited. All tips and suggestions welcomed please!

Many of the teachers I work with have great relationships with their co-teacher, but one team is really struggling. What can I do to help them get along?

My home district is considering grading for quarter 4. Is anyone else following this path? I am concerned how can a district grade when they do not support live teaching and the inequity of tech.?

Do you have “coaching agreements” between teachers and coaches? What kind of information goes into that document? 📝

Does anyone use models of coaching aside from an expert model? (One where there’s an expert/coach observing the teacher and providing feedback)?

My wife has been told by her boss to come up with 28 hours of PD for her district's paraprofessionals-does anyone know of any free online courses that would be appropriate?

Does anybody have a form that they love to document different ways you support your teachers? I want to take better notes on what I do with each of my teachers but I haven’t found a system I love yet

Let’s help each other out by building a coaching toolbox. 👩🏻‍🏫🛠 Drop your favorite/most helpful coaching resources here. I’ll share mine too. Excited to learn from all of you!

How do you keep teachers engaged in learning and improving teacher practice at the end of the school year? I find this time of the year to be the slowest and my least favorite, as a coach.

What is one tool you wish you would’ve had your first year teaching?

Any advice for a new instructional coach? I just accepted the job and am trying to get a head start over the summer!

Hey Coaches! I’m Alyssa, and I’m one of the Community Leaders here at Fishbowl. I’ve been in the classroom for 10 years and a classroom coach for 6 (mainly elementary/Pre-K). Excited to be here!

Suggestions for difficult to reach teachers? It’s our 3rd year together, and we have a great relationship, but this teacher struggles with receiving feedback and wanting to reflect.

Any coaches here heading to ISTE19? If so, what are you most looking forward to?

Hello Everyone, I have been teaching middle grades math for 8 years(have experience in 6th-8th, teacher leadership, and ed leadership certificate). My district posted an elementary academic coach position last week. Do you all think this would be a good move? Considering budget cuts and my experience or lack thereof.

How do you collect data on classrooms?