This course examines the process of building a staff organization through development of effective communication and interpersonal relationships. Topics include the criteria for selection and evaluation of personnel, involvement of staff in the planning and evaluation of programs, the administrative role in promoting professional growth, teaching effectiveness and developing sensitivity to individual needs.

Learning Outcomes

At the conclusion of the course, you should be able to

• Describe the roles of a supervisor, mentor, and coach in an ECE setting
• Discuss expectations of a mentoring relationship
• Explain how to make and communicate observations of teachers and the learning environments they create
• Identify how to guide educators in facilitating professional development

Topics Include

• Introduction to Developing Coaching & Mentoring Relationships
• Relationship-Based Professional Development
• Building Professional Relationships with Adults
• Communicating to Support Teacher Awareness
• Adult Learning and Planning for Teacher Development
• Coaching to Connect Curriculum, Assessment & Teaching
• Supervisors and Teacher-Leaders as Mentors or Coaches