Throughout the coaching cycle there will be MANY opportunities to work through struggle but to persevere you must focus on the positive to keep the teacher on track to make the change and remain consistent.
The first exposure to change should highlight only the positives. Think of this as the teaser to a movie. Movie trailers show highlights to entice viewers, these are often the funniest parts of a comedy or scariest part of a thriller to hook you into a movie... The first exposure to a change needs to sell the teacher on the change and develop buy-in to the concept. This will lay the foundation you need for success.
As you continue your work, there will be times when setbacks and obstacles create a doubt. This is the time to maintain the positive focus on the end result. As coaches it is our job to walk alongside the teacher and keep them on course for success. Foster a growth mindset and continue to use positive language that will strengthen the power of yet. Have you heard this Sesame Street Song "the Power of Yet?"
Teachers need the same reminders when struggling with change that our students do as they persevere through obstacles.
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