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    Coaching Skills for Effective Leadership

    Coaching Skills for Effective Leadership

    Coaching Skills for Effective Leadership is designed to equip educational leaders with the essential coaching skills and mindset necessary for fostering professional growth, enhancing team performance, and driving positive change within educational institutions.

    Course Overview

    The course is designed to equip educational leaders with the essential coaching skills and mindset necessary for fostering professional growth, enhancing team performance, and driving positive change within educational institutions. Over the course, participants will learn the core principles of coaching, including active listening, powerful questioning, and goal-setting techniques. They will explore the application of coaching models, such as the GROW model, adapted specifically for leadership in the education sector. Through interactive exercises, role plays, and real-life scenarios, participants will develop their coaching abilities, overcome common coaching challenges, and discover strategies for creating a sustainable coaching culture within their organizations. By the end of the program, participants will be equipped with practical tools and techniques to effectively lead, inspire, and empower their teams, ultimately leading to improved educational outcomes and professional development within the education sector.

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    Course Curriculum

    Day 1. Monday

  1. Welcome and introductions
  2. Individual expectations, setting objectives for the week
  3. Getting to know each other & ice-breakers
  4. Presentation of participants’ educational institutions.

    5. Session 1: Introduction to Coaching for Educational Leaders

  5. Understanding the importance of coaching skills in educational leadership.
  6. Exploring the benefits of adopting a coaching approach in managing teams and fostering professional growth.
  7. Setting the stage for developing a coaching mindset.

    8. Day 2. Tuesday

    Session 2: Essential Coaching Skills for Leaders

  8. Active listening and powerful questioning techniques for effective leadership.
  9. Building trust, rapport, and empathy with team members.
  10. Goal-setting and action planning for individual and team success.
  11. Providing constructive feedback and recognizing strengths.

    12. Session 3: The GROW Model for Leadership Coaching

  12. Introduction to the GROW model adapted for leadership coaching.
  13. Applying the GROW model to guide coaching conversations with team members.
  14. Practicing GROW model scenarios through role plays and case studies.

    15. Day 3. Wednesday

    Session 4: Advanced Coaching Techniques for Leaders

  15. Exploring advanced coaching tools and techniques for educational leaders.
  16. Utilizing visualization and positive imagery to inspire and motivate.
  17. Harnessing the power of reflective practices for personal and professional growth. - Leveraging coaching for fostering innovation and creativity in education.

    18. Session 5: Overcoming Leadership Coaching Challenges

  18. Addressing resistance, conflicts, and difficult conversations in coaching.
  19. Handling performance issues and managing underperforming team members.
  20. Ensuring confidentiality, ethics, and professionalism in coaching relationships.

    21. Session 6: Coaching for Leadership Development

  21. Identifying leadership development needs and creating growth opportunities.
  22. Using coaching to support the career progression and leadership aspirations of team members.
  23. Nurturing a culture of continuous learning and leadership excellence.

    24. Day 4. Thursday

    Session 7: Coaching for Team Performance and Collaboration

  24. Enhancing team performance through coaching and feedback.
  25. Building a collaborative and supportive team culture.
  26. Promoting effective communication and conflict resolution within teams.
  27. Empowering team members through coaching for autonomy and accountability.

    28. Session 8: Sustaining a Coaching Culture in Education

  28. Strategies for embedding coaching practices within educational institutions.
  29. Training and equipping leaders at all levels to become effective coaches.
  30. Establishing feedback and evaluation mechanisms to measure coaching impact.
  31. Developing an action plan for implementing and sustaining coaching initiatives.

    32. Closing Session: Recap and Personal Action Planning

  32. Summarizing key concepts and skills covered throughout the training program.
  33. Encouraging participants to reflect on their learning journey and identify action steps for integrating coaching skills into their leadership roles.
  34. Addressing any final questions or concerns.

    35. Day 5. Friday

  35. Feedback and certificate of attendance
  36. Cultural visit in the local area

    37. Course Outcomes

    By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  37. Develop a comprehensive understanding of coaching principles and their relevance to effective leadership in the education sector.
  38. Acquire essential coaching skills, including active listening, powerful questioning, and providing constructive feedback.
  39. Apply the GROW model and other coaching frameworks to guide coaching conversations and support individual and team growth.
  40. Overcome common coaching challenges, such as resistance, conflicts, and performance issues, while maintaining professionalism and ethics.
  41. Foster a coaching culture within educational institutions, empowering team members, promoting collaboration, and enhancing overall team performance.
  42. Utilize coaching techniques to support career development, nurture leadership potential, and create growth opportunities for team members.
  43. Develop an action plan for integrating coaching skills into daily leadership practices, with a focus on sustained improvement and measurable impact.

    44. Additional information

    Note:

    The training program can be further customized based on the specific needs and context of educational leaders. The provided outline serves as a general framework for developing coaching skills in leadership roles within the education sector.

    Certificate:

    Participants who attend at least 80% of the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance either on Thursday or Friday.

    Schedule:

    Classes take place in the morning or afternoon at the providers' discretion. The schedule outlines may differ significantly depending on participants’ requests and on the trainer, who has discretion over any changes.

    Equipment:

    Depending on the course, you may be required to bring your own laptop.

    • 5-15 days course
    • 4-6 hours/day
    • 100% onsite
    • Max 15 students
    • Live sessions & recordings

    Next start dates:

      This course includes:

      • 20 hours of live instruction
      • Comprehensive course materials
      • Cultural excursion
      • Personal feedback on assignments
      • Certificate of completion

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