TfT Instructional Coaching Intensive

Instructional Coaching Intensive

2025 Dates: November 12-14

This year's annual TfT coaching intensive will be at Central Valley Christian School! We are excited to continue to provide training and support to our TfT schools around Instructional Coaching, and we are excited for our schools to experience the Central Valley Christian community.

In many of our TfT schools, Instructional coaching has become a vital support tool for the ongoing development and growth of teaching and learning in the TfT classroom. Our Deep Hope is to grow in confidence, competence, and commitment as instructional coaches that empower others to play their parts in God's Story.

The learning targets that will guide our time are: 

  • I can increase my competence by exploring resources and tools for instructional coaching. 
  • I can nurture my confidence by adapting, (re)designing, and rehearsing instructional coaching practices.
  • I can grow in my commitment to lead as an instructional coach through the challenges and opportunities of school-wide change.

Past Instructional Coaching Intensives

2024 Instructional Coaching Intensive

Instructional Coaching Intensive

November 13-15, 2024

This year's annual TfT coaching intensive will be at Delaware County Christian School! We are excited to continue to provide training and support to our TfT schools around Instructional Coaching, and we are excited for our schools to experience the Delaware County Christian community.

In many of our TfT schools, Instructional coaching has become a vital support tool for the ongoing development and growth of teaching and learning in the TfT classroom. Our Deep Hope is to grow in confidence, competence, and commitment as instructional coaches that empower others to play their parts in God's Story.

The learning targets that will guide our time are: 

  • I can increase my competence by exploring resources and tools for instructional coaching. 
  • I can nurture my confidence by adapting, (re)designing, and rehearsing instructional coaching practices.
  • I can grow in my commitment to lead as an instructional coach through the challenges and opportunities of school-wide change.

Over the course of this two-day intensive, we will offer four tracks for professional development: 

level 100 track description
Level 100 is intended for those who are new to instructional coaching in a TfT school and begins with an exploration of instructional coaching. Participants will unpack the needs of adult learners, the structure of a coaching conversation, and how to lead an ongoing coaching cycle. Participants will also be given the opportunity to practice these skills in a coaching conversation.
level 200 track description
Level 200 builds on the concepts of Level 100, as participants explore the art of questioning and examine their own stories to identify strengths, challenges, and biases that could influence their coaching. Participants are given the opportunity to practice these skills in a coaching conversation with a teacher from the hosting school. Level 200 participants consider coaching at the institutional level through a session on developing learner agency and an introduction to learning walks.
level 300 track description
Level 300 invites participants to share their current successes and challenges in coaching, explore practices that deepen the efficiency and effectiveness of their coaching practice, and investigate how to leverage data for instructional coaching. Participants are given the opportunity to practice their coaching skills by partnering with a Level 200 coach for a coaching conversation with a teacher from the hosting school. Finally, participants examine coaching at an institutional level by exploring coaching through reluctance and coaching as directional leadership.
level 400 track description
Level 400 is intended for Heads of Schools, Principals, and Instructional/Curriculum Leads and invites participants to foster a culture of belonging at their schools by embracing a posture of cultural humility. Participants will examine Culturally Responsive Pedagogy as a tool to prepare students to engage God’s good and diverse world. Finally, participants will examine their own cultural lenses as a crucial first step in embracing cultural differences and celebrating kingdom unity.
Level 400 will be facilitated by Tia Gaines. Tia is the Executive Director of UnifiEd, an organization that provides ongoing professional development and resources for schools dedicated to a Biblical approach to Kingdom Unity. Tia helps schools create communities of belonging where all students can flourish.
There is no requirement for Level 400 participants to attend Level 100 – 300 training, and the aim is to provide a space for Heads of Schools to join their Instructional Coaches at the annual Intensive. This will provide an opportunity of deep collaborative leadership for TfT schools. 

This year we are offering two options for our pre-intensive day on Wednesday, November 13th.

Pre-Intensive Day: November 13
Pre-Intensive, TfT Celebrations of Learning
‍Discover the transformative power of Celebrations of Learning with us! This pre-intensive is crafted to equip you with a rich understanding of the impact and opportunities inherent in Celebrations of Learning, and then equip you with the tools and resources to lead your school through the Celebration of Learning experience.  If your school is considering hosting their first Celebration of Learning, this day of learning will successfully launch you!
Pre-Intensive, FLEx Immersion
Join us at LOGAN Hope in the city of Philadelphia to do real work that meets the real needs of real people! This pre-intensive immersive experience will invite, nurture, and empower you, as the learner, into the rich design of FLEx . Through experiencing FLEx as a learner, you will be better equipped to teach, coach, and lead FLEx at your own school. For those of you that experienced the pre-conference day last year, this experience will deepen your design skills as we shift from an emphasis on “invite” to “nurture.”
Pre-intensive registration cost is $129 per person; morning refreshments and lunch will be provided.

Location: Delaware County Christian School, 462 Malin Rd, Newtown Square, PA 19073

Agenda:

  • November 13th: Preintensive Day begins at 8:00 AM
  • November 14th: Instructional Coaching Intensive Day #1: 8:00 - 4:00 PM
  • November 15th: Instructional Coaching Intensive Day #2: 8:00 - 12:30 PM

Price: Cost is determined by the number of registrants per school: $399/first person, $299/second person, $249/person for third person and everyone after. Price includes refreshments/lunch.

Registration deadline: October 11, 2024.

Airport: We recommend flying into Philadelphia International Airport, which is about 30 minutes away from the school.

Accommodation options
Hilton Garden Inn Newtown Square
  • Rate: $169/night
  • Hotel Code: PHLNS
  • Group Name: Cace Block
  • Group Code: CACE
  • Discount Cut Off Date: Oct. 12, 2024
  • Link to Discounted Reservation: Book now
Fairfield Inn and Suites Philadelphia Broomall/Newton Square
  • Rate: $154/night
  • Discount Cut Off Date: Oct. 18, 2024
  • Link to Discounted Reservation: Book now
2023 Instructional Coaching Intensive

Instructional Coaching Intensive

November 30 - December 1, 2023

This year's annual TfT coaching intensive will be at Rehoboth Christian School! We are excited to continue to provide training and support to our TfT schools around Instructional Coaching, and we are excited for our schools to experience the Rehoboth Christian community.

We’ve timed our coaching intensive to coincide with the annual Red Rock Balloon Rally. This is one of the largest balloon events in the country, and we hope you’ll consider the option to extend your stay to join us on December 2nd! To explore more, check out redrockballoonrally.com.

In many of our TfT schools, Instructional coaching has become a vital support tool for the ongoing development and growth of teaching and learning in the TfT classroom. Our Deep Hope is to grow in confidence, competence, and commitment as instructional coaches that empower others to play their parts in God's Story.

The learning targets that will guide our time are: 

  • I can increase my competence by exploring resources and tools for instructional coaching. 
  • I can nurture my confidence by adapting, (re)designing, and rehearsing instructional coaching practices.
  • I can grow in my commitment to lead as an instructional coach through the challenges and opportunities of school-wide change.

Over the course of this two-day intensive, we will offer three tracks for professional development: 

  • Level 100: For those who are new to Instructional Coaching. 
  • Level 200: For those who have previously attended a TfT Instructional Coaching Intensive (in person or virtual) and wish to deepen their skillset.
  • Level 300: For those who have completed the first levels and want to deepen the coaching culture at their school.

Location: Rehoboth Christian School; 7 Tse Yaaniichii Ln, Rehoboth, New Mexico 87322

Price: Cost is determined by the number of registrants per school: $399/first person, $299/second person, $249/person for third person and everyone after. Price includes refreshments/lunch.

Optional Pre-Intensive Day: November 29
This year's pre-intensive will provide learners an opportunity to participate in a FLEx centered around the Rehoboth Christian community. We know designing FLEx is one of the most challenging practices of TfT — this pre-intensive is an opportunity to experience “real work, real needs, real people” as a learner, so that you are better equipped to both design FLEx and coach others in their design.  In addition, learners will enjoy a rich immersion experience with the community surrounding Rehoboth Christian. The pre-intensive registration cost is $129 per person and food will be provided.
Accommodation options
Dorm Rooms at Rehoboth:
  • $60/night (regardless of number of residents)
  • Sleeps up to 6 residents
  • $10/day for breakfast (per resident)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Contact: Deanna Benson (dbenson@rcsnm.org / (505) 726-9603)
Comfort Inn and Suites:
  • $79/night
  • Call: Ken Regis at (505) 728-1685
  • Mention: TfT Conference at Rehoboth Christian School
TownePlace Suites of Gallup, NM:
Holiday Inn Express of Gallup, NM:
2022 Instructional Coaching Intensive

Instructional Coaching Intensive

November 17 - 18, 2022

We are excited to continue to provide training and support to TfT schools around the growing practice of Instructional Coaching. In many of our TfT schools, Instructional Coaching has become a vital support tool for the ongoing development/growth of teaching/learning practices within the TfT classroom.  

Our Deep Hope is to grow in confidence, competence, and commitment as instructional coaches that empower others to play their parts in God’s Story.

The learning targets that will guide our time are: 

  • I can increase my competence by exploring resources and tools for instructional coaching. 
  • I can nurture my confidence by adapting, (re)designing, and rehearsing instructional coaching practices.
  • I can grow in my commitment to lead as an instructional coach through the challenges and opportunities of school-wide change.

Over the course of this two day intensive, we will offer two tracks for professional development: 

  • Level 100: For those who are new to Instructional Coaching. 
  • Level 200: For those who have previously attended a TfT Instructional Coaching Intensive (in person or virtual) and wish to deepen their skillset. 
  • Level 300: For those who have completed the first levels and want to deepen the coaching culture at their school.

Location: South Christian High School; 7979 Kalamazoo Avenue SE, Byron Center, Michigan

Price: Cost is determined by the number of registrants per school: $399/first person, $299/second person, $249/person for third person and everyone after. Price includes refreshments/lunch.

2021 Instructional Coaching Intensive

Instructional Coaching Intensive

November 18 - 19, 2021

After a year of virtual professional development in Instructional Coaching, we eagerly return to a two-day face-to-face Coaching Intensive on November 18 & 19.

However, going virtual has also taught us the importance of ongoing collaboration — so, participants will meet twice virtually for ongoing instructional coaching collaboration, support and feedback during the remainder of the school year.

We are excited to continue to provide training and support to TfT schools around the growing practice of Instructional Coaching. In many of our TfT schools, Instructional Coaching has become a vital support tool for the ongoing development/growth of teaching/learning practices within the TfT classroom.

Our Deep Hope is to grow in confidence, competence, and commitment as instructional coaches that empower others to play their parts in God’s Story.

The learning targets that will guide our time are: 

  • I can increase my competence by exploring resources and tools for instructional coaching. 
  • I can nurture my confidence by adapting, (re)designing, and rehearsing instructional coaching practices.
  • I can grow in my commitment to lead as an instructional coach through the challenges and opportunities of school-wide change.

Over the course of this two day intensive, we will offer two tracks for professional development: 

  • Level 100: For those who are new to Instructional Coaching. 
  • Level 200: For those who have previously attended a TfT Instructional Coaching Intensive (in person or virtual) and wish to deepen their skillset. 

Location: Grace Community School; 3025 University Boulevard; Tyler, Texas

Price per person: $399 (includes refreshments/lunch)

Optional Pre-Intensive Day: Transformational Lesson Design, November 17
In addition to the two day coaching intensive, we are also offering a pre-intensive day to equip and train within a brand-new TfT design tool: Transformational Lesson Design.
Within the context of the core practices of Teaching for Transformation resides the necessity for teachers to design daily and weekly learning plans. In the same way that TfT’s core practices shape both teacher and student, we recognize that the ongoing, daily design of learning practices are equally vital to the formation of peculiar people.
This tool equips teachers to design the daily/weekly learning plans within the context of TfT.
The Transformational Lesson Design framework aims to:
  • identify and name key design elements of transformational lessons
  • provide practical examples and tools that will support teachers as they include these design elements in their daily/weekly lessons
The Deep Hope for this framework is to empower teachers to design transforming lessons for the image bearers of our Creator God who fill our classrooms and long to be invited, nurtured, and empowered to play their part in God’s Story today and for the rest of their lives.  

Join us on this Pre-Intensive day for training on the use of the Transformational Lesson Design Tool. Participants will be equipped to come back to their school and introduce this tool to their colleagues.
Price per person: $79 (includes refreshments/lunch)
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