541-660 Coaching System Development Learning Series
Description
Schedule:
In-Person
- October 14, 2026: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm CT
Virtual
- February 18, 2027: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm CT
Price: $50, lunch included. Includes the book "Coaching for Systems and Teacher Change" by Pierce and Martin
Content Questions: Joseph Kanke (joseph.kanke@cesa2.org)
Registration Questions: events@cesa2.org
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About this event: Many well-intentioned buildings and districts have invested in instructional, team, and systems coaching over the past decade. Research shows that coaches are best positioned to support fidelity of implementation when they are supported by a coaching system.
A coaching system proactively outlines the processes, procedures, and roles necessary to ensure equitable, high-quality coaching across a district or school system. It also ensures that coaches have the competency, feedback, and organizational support needed to coach effectively.
This two-day professional learning series will engage participants in activities designed to reflect, discuss, and develop a strong system of support for coaching. The ideal audience includes district leaders or leadership teams responsible for instructional coaching; however, in systems where instructional coaching is primarily led at the building level, building leaders and leadership teams are also encouraged to participate. Leveraging two professional workshop days and monthly assignments supported by office hours, participants can expect to leave with a draft coaching playbook including:
- A Coaching Vision
- Coach Job Descriptions
- Communication Plan
- Coaching Data Structures
- Coaching Service Delivery Plan
- Clearly Defined Roles and Responsibilities
The cost of the series includes a copy of Coaching for Systems and Teacher Change by Jennifer D. Pierce and Kimberly St. Martin, which participants will receive on the first day of the series.
Readiness
- A dedicated leader or team willing to engage in and commit to attending the two full-day sessions, complete three monthly asynchronous activities and dedicate time to translate coaching handbook brainstorming activities into a finalized draft.
- Willingness to commit to keep coaching and evaluation separate.
- Commitment to building a culture of learning where everyone deserves and has access to a coach.
- Openness to revisiting systems and structures that position coaches to engage in coaching no less than 60% of the time and administrative duties no more than 20% of the time.
- If coaches are unable to attend alongside leadership, a communication format for input and feedback on the coaching playbook.
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About the Presenters:
Joseph Kanke believes that every educator deserves a high-quality support system. As the Statewide Coaching Coordinator, he acts as a vital liaison, translating state vision and research into practical coaching frameworks for local schools and districts. Through strategic partnerships with CESAs and the Special Education Team, Joseph works to ensure that professional growth opportunities are accessible, collaborative, and impactful across the entire state.
Amy Carriere is an experienced educator and coach with over 26 years of work in special education, program support, and coaching. She began her career as an early childhood special education teacher, serving in itinerant, team-teaching, and self-contained classroom settings. These diverse roles built a strong foundation in supporting young learners with a wide range of needs and collaborating closely with families and multidisciplinary teams.
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