Your Essential Companion for Tackling Everyday Coaching Challenges Have you missed a classroom observation because you were asked to substitute teach? Been assigned to "fix" a teacher? Had a teacher who chronically cancels meetings? Are teachers (and possibly even your principal) confused about what you actually do as a coach? You are not alone! As a coach, there is no shortage of situations that can throw a wrench in your plans for helping teachers. While other books on coaching provide an invaluable overview of the profession, our guide is a resource for when things aren't going as planned. We'll lead you through the maze of obstacles, both big and small, that can arise when coaching. From avoiding pat answers to turning tricky situations into opportunities, this survival guide will help you tackle everyday challenges and have more fun doing your job. This is not a book that tells you what to do-rather it is meant to be consulted on-the-fly when you need help figuring out what to do next. In each of the 58 scenarios, we will help you to: 1. Choose your own best plan of action 2. Game out contingency plans and follow-up steps 3. Gather the right tools and supplies 4. Find sources of inspiration 5. Protect yourself from burnout. Packed with anecdotes, stories, tips, and tricks, this book provides invaluable insights to help you navigate the complexities of being a coach. Discover plans for fostering teamwork, navigating meetings with teachers and principals, and handling emergencies so that you can stay calm and engaged during your most challenging coaching experiences. Unlock your full potential as an instructional coach with The EduCoach Survival Guide and learn how to take control of your role and become the coach your school needs.