The best way coaching teams can work together to protect coaches’ time is to have frequent conversations with administrators about workload and the possibility of offloading non-essential duties.
- Reduce meetings with fellow coaches about program development.
- Ensure coaches are sharing specific details about their interactions with teachers so their administrator knows exactly how coaching is going.
- Have coaches join more school wide committees to ensure they are getting information from multiple channels.
- Have frequent conversations with administrators about workload and the possibility of offloading non-essential duties.
Have frequent conversations with administrators about workload and the possibility of offloading non-essential duties.
Explanation: Regular, focused discussions with administrators are key to safeguarding coaching time. These meetings should serve as a platform for coaches to communicate their workload challenges and explore ways to prioritize coaching responsibilities. By evaluating their schedules and identifying non-essential tasks that could be reallocated, coaches can work with administrators to ensure that a substantial portion of their time is reserved for impactful coaching activities.
Read more here: Chapter 15: Measuring Coaching Impact