Instructional Coaching with Ms. B
Instructional Coaching with Ms. B

Instructional Coaching with Ms. B

Chrissy Beltran

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Welcome to Instructional Coaching with Ms. B, where we believe that every teacher deserves a coach, and every coach does too! I’m Chrissy Beltran, an elementary teacher who became a coach and I had to create my own coaching program that worked. Now I teach coaches how to design their coaching programs, build a school-wide action plan, and use differentiated strategies to support teachers. Plus, I’ve got a special spot in my heart for literacy coaches! This podcast will cover instructional coaching strategies including modeling, co-teaching, and observations, coaching cycles, and more! We'll also talk about how to coach resistant teachers, how to establish yourself as a coach and define your role, set goals, manage your time, facilitate PLCs, and more! We chat with instructional coaches, principals, school leaders, and researchers!

Recent Episodes

267. How to Include Special Education Teachers in PLC and Team Meetings with Julie A. Schmidt
MAR 23, 2026
267. How to Include Special Education Teachers in PLC and Team Meetings with Julie A. Schmidt
When we talk about starting PLC meetings, special education teachers are often treated as an afterthought. That needs to stop!In this episode, author Julie A. Schmidt joins me to discuss how to include special education teachers in PLC and team meetings. We address the reasons special educators are often left out of meetings, and she shares ways to break down these barriers!You’ll learn about the cultural and mindset shifts necessary to foster collective ownership for the success of all students. We explore creating a master schedule, the key things teachers should be focusing on during meetings, and how to handle it when teachers can’t attend all meetings. Plus, Julie explains what it’s like to facilitate a high-level collaborative meeting.This episode is jam-packed with ideas for how to include special education teachers in PLC and team meetings. Listen now!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach PLC Binder Bundle: Norms, Meeting Agenda, Forms & Templates - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Instructional-Coach-PLC-Binder-Bundle-Norms-Meeting-Agenda-Forms-Templates-9520273Free Four-Day Challenge: Build Your Coaching Action Plan - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/actionplanThe Confident Literacy Coach - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.com/Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode267Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros
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26 MIN
266. Supporting Mindset Shifts in Your Teacher Teams and PLCs with Connie Hamilton
MAR 16, 2026
266. Supporting Mindset Shifts in Your Teacher Teams and PLCs with Connie Hamilton
How can coaches support mindset shifts in their teacher teams? Today, Connie Hamilton joins me to discuss this important topic. We talk about cultivating a growth mindset in PLCs, managing diverse teams, and making data more meaningful. You’ll hear about the power of classroom visits and why it’s important to celebrate small wins. Connie also explains how coaches can shift from deficit thinking to asset-based thinking.Listen now to learn all about supporting mindset shifts in your teacher teams and PLCs!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach PLC Binder Bundle: Norms, Meeting Agenda, Forms & Templates - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Instructional-Coach-PLC-Binder-Bundle-Norms-Meeting-Agenda-Forms-Templates-9520273Free Four-Day Challenge: Build Your Coaching Action Plan - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/actionplanThe Confident Literacy Coach - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.com/Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode266Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros
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26 MIN
265. What Is Collective Efficacy for PLC Teams? with Dr. Shannon LaFargue
MAR 9, 2026
265. What Is Collective Efficacy for PLC Teams? with Dr. Shannon LaFargue
What is collective efficacy for PLC teams? In this episode, Dr. Shannon LaFargue of Bullseye Education joins me to discuss collective teacher efficacy (CTE). He explains what collective efficacy is and why it matters for student achievement. During the episode, Dr. LaFargue breaks down the DNA double helix metaphor for teacher growth. You’ll also hear how to foster a culture of collective teacher efficacy and how to handle teachers who push back against PLC structures. Tune in to discover actionable strategies to strengthen your PLC teams and boost student success. Listen now!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach PLC Binder Bundle: Norms, Meeting Agenda, Forms & Templates - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Instructional-Coach-PLC-Binder-Bundle-Norms-Meeting-Agenda-Forms-Templates-9520273Free Four-Day Challenge: Build Your Coaching Action Plan - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/actionplanThe Confident Literacy Coach - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.com/Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode265Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros
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264. 5 Things to Do If Your Teacher Teams Aren't Aligned
MAR 2, 2026
264. 5 Things to Do If Your Teacher Teams Aren't Aligned
Teacher teams not in sync? Don’t miss this episode!It can be really difficult if your teacher teams aren’t on the same page! In this episode, we’re breaking down 5 things to do if your teacher teams aren't aligned.You’ll hear how to recognize when a team is out of alignment and how to fix it. I share 5 simple strategies to improve your teacher teams, even if you’re just getting started. Discover why it’s important to focus on what you can manage, hold regular data meetings, and look at student work together. Plus, I offer 2 practical ideas for getting teachers into each other’s classrooms: ghost visits and peer classroom visits.Listen now and get your FREE PLC Discussion Dice to spark better teacher conversations using the link below!-Chrissy BeltranBuzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-BInstructional Coach PLC Binder Bundle: Norms, Meeting Agenda, Forms & Templates - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Instructional-Coach-PLC-Binder-Bundle-Norms-Meeting-Agenda-Forms-Templates-9520273Free Four-Day Challenge: Build Your Coaching Action Plan - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/actionplanThe Confident Literacy Coach - http://www.confidentliteracycoach.com/Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode264Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It’s free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching!Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros
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12 MIN