How an instructional coach does the job depends on the school. All lead professional discussions, help teachers evaluate student performance and review test results. They also teach teachers how to use technology in the classroom, and they coordinate meetings with their schools' primary feeder schools. Stubbs said a big part of her job is to help teachers figure out which teaching technique will work best for the class they're trying to teach. There are so many teaching strategies out there.
Teaching is just so different now.
I come to her about once a week about something and it always has to do with what's the best way to deliver this lesson plan. Instructional coaches aren't just for novice teachers or those who are returning from a long absence. They can help veteran teachers as well, said Dennis Sparks, executive director of the National Staff Development Council in Ohio. All teachers need opportunities to reflect on what they do. He said coaches are one of the most potent forms of professional development teachers.