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#coachbetter

Eduro Learning Podcast Network

Building community in schools through instructional coaching. Wherever you are in your coaching journey, we can support you! Hosted by Kim Cofino, the #coachbetter podcast features inspiring interviews; case studies with coaches; real-life coaching calls; and quick strategic tips that you can put into practice immediately. We turn inspiration into practical reality so you get the clarity you need to move forward confidently - for you as an individual coach and for your coaching program in your

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56:01

CASE STUDY: 6 Keys to Building a Coaching Culture...

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2026/03/10

This #coachbetter episode is another in our series of coaching case studies, with one of Kim's amazing clients, Tina Peiji. Tina is a highly experienced coach, a graduate of The Coach Certificate and Mentorship Program and Coaches as Leaders. At the time of recording, she had just graduated from Coaches as Leaders. Tina is also an essential member of the AAICIS A-Team! These case study episodes are designed to share the story of a coach, and the development of their coaching program and practice in

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18:01

Navigating the Hidden Mental Load for Instructional...

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2026/03/03

In this #coachbetter episode Kim and Diana talk about the mental load that coaches carry - and may not recognize. This is a topic that came up during a previous #coachbetter episode with Kim Porter. This is something that, as coaches, we may feel, but may not recognize how it impacts our work - and the work that our coaching partners have the capacity for. In this episode, Kim and Diana will unpack what we mean by "mental load" or "cognitive capacity" and how and why understanding everyone's

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01:06:38

Stepping into Your Leadership with Fran Prolman

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2026/02/24

In this #coachbetter episode Kim chats with Fran Prolman, author, educational leadership consultant and founder of The Learning Collaborative. Fran brings a wealth of experience in educational leadership that is so relevant for coaches and middle leaders, and this episode is a deep dive into so many strategies, ideas and resources for all informal leaders! In this episode Fran and Kim talk about ... Sliding door moments - how to recognize them & what they can bring Recognizing your potential as

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17:02

Making Instructional Coaching Sustainable with Ellen...

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2026/02/17

This #coachbetter episode is about the enabling conditions for coaching success and is a highlight from one of Kim's favorite episodes from a previous season featuring Ellen and Bruce Eisenberg, Founders of The Professional Institute for Instructional Coaching. Ellen and Bruce highlight the importance of developing a school culture that supports a growth mindset and a coaching culture. If we don't have the systems and structures to enable teachers to opt-in to coaching and we aren't ensuring that

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45:58

CASE STUDY: Bridging the Gap Between Professional...

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2026/02/10

This #coachbetter episode is another in our series of coaching case studies, with one of Kim's amazing clients, Sarah Tudge, High School Curriculum Coordinator at the International School of Manila in the Philippines. At the time of recording, Sarah had just graduated from The Coach and completed her amazing Action Research around the impact of coaching - if you want to see the outcome of her research, make sure to check out her Final Project blog post on our website at coachbetter.tv. We're excited

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26:03

The Difference Between a Coaching Mindset & Coaching...

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2026/02/03

This #coachbetter episode is about the difference between a coaching mindset and a coaching program. There is a HUGE difference between embracing a coaching mindset and building an intentional coaching program. However, because it's quite hard to see all the layers that go into an intentional coaching program it might seem like if everyone has a coaching mindset, we have a coaching program. Although that's a wonderful foundation, it's not quite all it takes to create a thriving coaching program. Kim

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01:00:38

Finding the Line Between Appraisal & Growth with...

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2026/01/27

In #coachbetter episode, Kim chats with Dr. Lindsay Prendergast, who's currently Assistant Director of the Danielson Group, and a best selling author. Lindsay was a teacher, administrator and a coach for many years before shifting to work with the Danielson Group. In this conversation, they talk about: Why appraisal and supervision is so important - and should be seen as a gift How appraisal has gotten twisted, and become so punitive Where coaching fits into this process Where the lines get

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17:30

Creating a Culture of Coaching – Before Hiring...

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2026/01/20

In this #coachbetter episode we're talking about building a culture of coaching. This is a highlight from one of Kim's favorite episodes from a previous season featuring Leigh Miller, Deputy Head of School at Munich International School. What we love about this clip is that Leigh describes what a culture of coaching looks and feels like from her time at a previous school. What's especially interesting is that they developed a coaching culture even BEFORE they hired coaches. Even before they had

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42:50

CASE STUDY: Growing as an Educator: Through...

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2026/01/13

This #coachbetter episode is another in our series of coaching case studies, with one of Kim's amazing clients, Ana Cristina Lopez. Ana Cristina is a highly experienced educator (currently a HS & AP Spanish Teacher at Daegu International School in South Korea). At the time of recording, she had just graduated from The Coach Certificate and Mentorship Program, right after completing Getting Started as an Instructional Coach the year before. These case study episodes are designed to share the story

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11:46

Coaching is Not Mandatory with Kaitlyn Pettinga

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2025/12/09

This #coachbetter episode is about the importance of coaching being voluntary. This is a highlight from a favorite episode from a previous season featuring Kaitlyn Pettinga, who at the time of recording was Assistant Middle School Principal at the International School of Panama. In this clip, Kaitlyn clearly defines the structure of their divisional leadership team - and how the coach and administrators work together. There are clear distinctions between the roles so there is no confusion, and so

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54:44

Intentionally Inclusive Practices for Instructional...

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2025/12/02

In this #coachbetter episode Kim talks with Margaret Park. Margaret is an education equity consultant and school leader and Kim attended one of her sessions at the EARCOS Leadership Conference last year. Her session was so insightful and Kim made so many connections to instructional coaching that Kim knew she would have so much more to share with you, too! In this episode Margaret and Kim talk about... What it means to be inclusive How coaches and leaders can recognize their positionality

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14:44

Data Dashboards for a Strong Coach - Admin...

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2025/11/25

In this episode Kim talks with Andrew Ranson, High School Instructional Coach at Shanghai American School (and graduate of The Coach Certificate and Mentorship Program) about how he got started using a coaching dashboard - and how it helped transform conversations with his school leaders! We know that leadership support is a critical aspect of the success of a coaching program and the idea is to share a birds-eye view summary of the coaching work that has been happening in their building or

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47:24

A Case Study: Moving from Classroom to Coach with...

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2025/11/18

This #coachbetter episode is another in our series of coaching case studies, with one of Kim's amazing clients, Angela Mee Lee, Early Years Performing Arts teacher at UNIS Hanoi, Vietnam. At the time of recording Angela had just graduated from The Coach Certificate and Mentorship Program. These case study episodes are designed to share the story of a coach, and the development of their coaching program and practice in their unique setting. We are excited to share this episode with Angela with you

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11:32

The Importance of Creating a Coaching Culture with...

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2025/11/11

This #coachbetter episode is about creating a coaching culture. This is a highlight from a favorite episode from last season featuring Steve Barkley. This clip highlights how important it is for coaching to become a culture embedded in the school. This can not be work that coaches are doing on their own. We need to empower others to learn more about the practice of coaching so that as many people as possible have access to the amazing support that coaching provides. If you've been following the show

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40:46

Coaching the Person, Not the Problem with Reem Labib...

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2025/11/04

In this #coachbetter episode Kim talks with Reem Labib Tyson, experienced teacher, instructional coach, principal, and district administrator; now CEO and Founder of EDspired Coaching and Consulting where she primarily works with leaders as an executive coach. Reem's extensive background and experience in so many different contexts gives a powerful lens to view coaching from multiple perspectives. And the focus of their conversation today is so important for coaches and leaders at all levels of

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20:15

Confidentiality with Transparency: Separating Growth...

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2025/10/28

In this #coachbetter episode, Kim address what she means by "confidentiality with transparency". As coaches, we know that coaching experiences need to be confidential so we can create a safe space for teachers to be vulnerable, take risks and set authentic goals. However, sometimes we worry that because coaching is confidential we can never share anything that happens within a coaching relationship. So, what happens when: A coaching partner has success and sees an impact on student learning? Our

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42:37

A Case Study: Finding Her Path to Instructional...

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2025/10/21

This #coachbetter episode is another in our series of coaching case studies, with one of Kim's amazing clients, Andrea Goodrich, grade 4 classroom teacher at Concordia International School in Hanoi, Vietnam. At the time of recording Andrea had just graduated from The Coach Certificate and Mentorship Program. These case study episodes are designed to share the story of a coach, and the development of their coaching program and practice in their unique setting. We're excited to share this episode

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16:37

Why Hire Coaches with Jim Laney & Sara Brodhead

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2025/10/14

In this #coachbetter episode we’re talking about why schools hire coaches. This is a highlight from one of Kim's favorite episodes from last season featuring Head of School Jim Laney and Director of Curriculum Sara Brodhead. Jim and Sara define the benefits of coaching on so many levels: what the Board needs to hear, what motivates leaders, and the benefits of coaching to improve student learning. There are so many reasons for schools to invest in coaching, but it is a big investment. Understanding

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01:04:24

Coaching for Impact, Not Activity with Donna Spangler

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2025/10/07

In this #coachbetter episode Kim talks with Donna Spangler, who spent the majority of her career working in US public schools as a teacher, then coach, then chair of a team of coaches, then assistant principal and president of her teacher’s union. She also served as President of the Pennslyvania chapter of Learning Forward, and now works as a coach through Sibme and Executive Director of Edjacent, which is a company that supports educators and change makers. All of these experiences center around

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18:54

8 Red Flags to Avoid When Building a Coaching Program...

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2025/10/01

In this #coachbetter episode, Diana is going to share 8 Red Flags to Avoid When Building a Coaching Culture - and What TO DO Instead. As coaches and leaders we are doing our best to build a positive and inclusive coaching culture, but sometimes we can be making some big mistakes without even realizing it. When you look back on your own coaching experience - as a coach or as an educator or leader, you can probably remember a time when something didn’t quite go as planned, or wasn’t received the way

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