Program Overview
The Instructional Coaching Certification Program is designed to equip aspiring instructional coaches with the competences needed to support and enhance instructors’ development across various educational settings. This program spans three progressive levels, beginning with foundational coaching principles and advancing through complex coaching strategies and leadership in educational coaching. Participants will learn how to effectively implement coaching practices that foster significant improvements in teaching and learning.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, participants will:
- Understand Instructional Coaching Principles: Gain a foundational understanding of the core competencies of instructional coaching, including the roles and responsibilities of coaches in educational environments.
- Develop Effective Communication and Observation Skills: Learn to communicate effectively and observe classroom interactions critically to provide meaningful feedback and support to teachers.
- Implement Advanced Coaching Techniques: Master advanced strategies such as data-driven instruction and the integration of technology to enhance teaching practices.
- Address Diverse Educational Needs: Develop skills to tailor coaching approaches to meet the needs of diverse educational settings and learner populations.
- Lead Systemic Change in Education: Acquire leadership skills necessary for managing systemic changes and for fostering a culture of continuous improvement in schools or districts.
- Design and Manage Instructional Coaching Programs: Learn to design and implement comprehensive instructional coaching programs that have a measurable impact on educational quality and teacher performance.