Practice-Based Coaching

Practice-Based Coaching (PBC) is a professional development strategy that uses a cyclical process. This process supports teachers’ use of effective teaching practices that lead to positive outcomes for children. PBC occurs in the context of collaborative partnerships.

Explore some Practice-based coaching resources from Head Start/ECLKC (Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center)

Systems Decisions: Choosing a Delivery Method for Practice-Based Coaching

Expert coaching, reciprocal peer coaching, or group coaching? Which delivery format is right for your program? Choosing a Delivery Method for Practice-based Coaching will introduce a systems level approach to support leadership teams in preparing for practice-based coaching. New Hampshire Master Cadre member, Becky Britton, will take you through the details of expert coaching, reciprocal peer coaching, and practice-based coaching in a group. This training will outline key points for teams to consider when making program level decisions regarding practice-based coaching.

This 45-minute webinar presented by Pyramid Model Consortium Consultant and Trainer, September Gerety is another resource that provides detail about each delivery format.

Resources to support decision-making around coaching formats

Choosing a Practice-based Coaching Format for the Implementation of Pyramid Model Practices

Choosing Expert Coaching: Individual and Team

Choosing Group Coaching

Choosing Reciprocal Peer Coaching

Using Practice Based Coaching in a Group Coaching Format 

Practice-Based Coaching Orientation

Coaching the Coach: Building Capacity for Practice-Based Coaching

Examining Essential PBC Resources to Maximize Coaching Outcomes

Using Practice-Based Coaching in a Group Coaching Format

Using PBC to Coach Early Interventionists

Coaching with Intention: Making the Most of the PBC Cycle