Leadership Coaching for Educators: Bringing Out the Best in School Administrators

Coaching offers enormous potential for creating real change. In this innovative resource, educational coach Karla Reiss helps teachers understand the fundamentals of effective leadership coaching programs that result in long-lasting educational change. Using a balance of theory and practice, Reiss offers 11 core competencies adopted by the rapidly growing coaching profession, including setting a foundation, following ethical guidelines, communicating effectively, and facilitating learning and results. Also included are strategies for overcoming resistance, conducting a coaching session and creating a coaching plan. Use this guide for implementing a successful coaching program in your school, effecting lasting educational change.