April 27, 2025

Crush It From the Start: Top Tips for Instructional Coaches with Dr. Matt Rhoads

Crush It From the Start: Top Tips for Instructional Coaches with Dr. Matt Rhoads
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Season 2

In this episode, Dr. Matt Rhoads discusses his book 'Crush It From the Start: 25 Tips for Instructional Coaches and Leaders' with host Jeffrey Bradbury. They explore the importance of organization, key themes from the book, and practical tips for instructional coaches. Dr. Rhoads emphasizes the significance of understanding cognitive science, effective coaching strategies, and the integration of technology in education. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by coaches and the need for reflection and balance in their professional lives. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!

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Conversation Takeaways

  • Blocking out time strategically is essential for productivity.
  • Harnessing technology can streamline workflow for coaches.
  • Building relationships is a key theme in instructional coaching.
  • Understanding cognitive science enhances teaching effectiveness.
  • Rehearsing instructional strategies can improve classroom performance.
  • Focusing on a few key areas can lead to greater impact.
  • Utilizing frameworks like TPAC can guide technology integration.
  • Visibility in classrooms helps build trust with teachers.
  • Feedback should be timely and constructive to foster growth.
  • Reflection and self-care are crucial for educators.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Instructional Coaching
  • 05:28 The Importance of Organization in Coaching
  • 08:28 Key Themes from 'Crush It From the Start'
  • 20:08 Top Tips for Instructional Coaches
  • 23:05 Utilizing the TPAC Framework
  • 26:14 Looking Ahead: Future Projects and Reflections

About our Guest:

Matthew Rhoads, Ed.D., is an expert in educational technology and instructional strategy integration, working across online, blended, and traditional classroom settings in Adult Ed, K-12, and Higher Education. He develops EdTech integrations paired with research-based strategies and serves as a leader, trainer, and coach for educators. Dr. Rhoads also acts as a professional learning specialist and mentors pre-service teachers and doctoral students as a dissertation chair. He is a ten time author on books discussing instruction, EdTech integration, and instructional coaching and leadership. For more information on Dr. Rhoads, his website is matthewrhoads.com. Learn more about his new book today!: https://25tipsforcoaches.com

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