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Induction Coaches

Induction Coaches are a key component of the SBCOE Teacher Induction Program, providing “just in time” support and coaching to Participating Teachers and serving as a role model for the teaching profession.

Induction Coach Qualifications

To serve as an Induction Coach for the SBCOE Teacher Induction Program, teachers must meet the following requirements:

  • Possess a valid California Clear Credential.
  • Have a minimum of three years of effective teaching experience, exemplifying the knowledge, skills and abilities of excellent teaching, as defined in the California Standards for the Teaching Profession.
  • Use a wide range of teaching strategies to meet the needs of our culturally and linguistically diverse student population.
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues and Induction candidates.
  • Demonstrate effective coaching and interpersonal skills.
  • Engage in reflective practice to continuously improve as a professional educator.

Why be an Induction Coach?

  • Yearly stipend for each candidate supported (amount determined by District).
  • Opportunity to build capacity for teacher excellence within the district.
  • Professional development in classroom instruction, mentoring, coaching, and teacher leadership.
  • Continuing education units over two years; units can be purchased for an additional fee paid directly to the university.
  • Two release days for observations, completing formative assessments, ILP support.

Induction Coach Responsibilities

Induction Coaches provide support to Participating Teachers (PT) throughout the school year and participate in the following:

  • Meet individually with the PT a minimum of one hour each week to provide continuous support and collaborate on Induction activities.
  • Observe the PT in the classroom and provide constructive feedback to the PT.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and Induction Program staff.
  • Attend scheduled professional development and follow the program guidelines.
  • Assist PTs with acquisition of materials and resources, learning site procedures and routines, and meeting site staff members.
  • Facilitate and promote the use of district provided release time for PT observation.
  • Document work by ensuring the PT submits collaboration logs each month to the Program Advisor.

Interested in being an Induction Coach?

Contact Tony Balbas at talbas@sbcoe.org or 831-637-5393 x129.