Author Nicole S. Turner opens up about the trials and joys of being an instructional coach. Drawing from the latest research and her years of experience, she provides the honest and direct answers you need to be your best in this essential role. Get foundational advice, quick tips, a practical coaching framework, and opportunities for reflection to help you level up your coaching career. This book will help K-12 instructional coaches: Gain a deeper understanding of their role in schools Understand the best ways to support teachers and guide their professional development Improve relationships among teachers and administrators Explore a three-part model for initiating a coaching program Utilize targeted reflections and tools to engage with their own role as a coach Contents: Introduction Part 1: The Foundations of Instructional Coaching Chapter 1: The Hype Around Instructional Coaching Chapter 2: Transitioning to the Instructional Coaching Role Chapter 3: Supporting Your Teachers Chapter 4: Building Relationships and Trust With Teachers Part 2: The Framework: The Tier, Coach, Grow Model Chapter 5: Tiering Teachers for Support Chapter 6: Coaching Teachers Using Coaching Cycles Chapter 7: Growing Teachers Through Professional Development References and Resources Index