A Teacher’s Guide to Coaching with Jasmine Miller
Coaching in Education Podcast Series
Release Date: 03/20/2025
What happens when a coachee is really stuck in a coaching conversation?
Coaching in Education Podcast Series
Join Dan Steele and Richard Reid in this latest CoachED Conversation episode where they wrestle with how to respond to the challenge of when a coachee gets completely stuck! We all know we need to avoid what Michael Bungay Stanier calls the ‘Advice Monster’ but how do we do that in the moment, when we are face to face with our coachee. And if we do have to consider sharing our own perspective(s) how do we do this in a way that keeps the coachee in the driving seat and still doing all the thinking?
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CoachED Conversations: Questions to Explore Motivation
Coaching in Education Podcast Series
In this latest episode our hosts Richard Reid and Dan Steele dive into how questions can impact motivation in our coaching conversations. Specifically, when coaches help teachers see the connection between their actions and student outcomes, it not only clarifies the purpose of their efforts but also enhances their commitment to achieving those goals. By asking the right questions, coaches can help teachers focus on what truly matters, improving student outcomes. For more insights on coaching practices, check out our previous episodes on goal setting and building rapport in coaching...
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CoachED Conversations: Building Coaching Cultures
Coaching in Education Podcast Series
Welcome to the latest episode of the CoachED Conversations podcast series. In this episode, hosts Richard Reid and Dan Steele delve deep into the art of building coaching cultures in educational settings. As the academic year begins in many countries, this timely discussion sheds light on the significance of fostering an environment where coaching thrives. Join Richard and Dan as they explore essential strategies and insights to enhance your coaching practices. Helpful resources mentioned in this episode:
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Stories from the Coaches: New Beginnings with Dean Clayden and Sarah Cole
Coaching in Education Podcast Series
In this episode of the Coaching in Education Podcast, we continue our Stories from the Coaches series with a conversation about new beginnings. Following our recent reflective episode with Penny Verdich as she approaches retirement, this episode turns toward the future, introducing two of Growth Coaching International’s newest Senior Consultants: Dean Clayden in Shanghai and Sarah Cole in Singapore. Together, we explore the journeys that brought Dean and Sarah into coaching from their early careers in teaching and leadership, to the moments that shaped their coaching practice and philosophy....
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CoachED Conversations: Goal Setting
Coaching in Education Podcast Series
We’re excited to introduce CoachED Conversations, a brand-new podcast series designed to bring timely, practical insights straight to our coaching community. Hosted by Richard Reid and Dan Steele, each monthly episode will explore a focused topic, giving you insights and ideas, along with some strategies and next steps to support your coaching practice straight away. This inaugural episode kicks off with Goal Setting - a powerful and timely focus for the beginning of 2026 as coaches and educators look to the year ahead.
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Stories from the Coaches: Penny Verdich
Coaching in Education Podcast Series
In this heartfelt Stories from the Coaches episode of the Coaching in Education podcast, Richard Reid speaks with Penny Verdich — a highly respected educator, principal, coach, and Senior Consultant with Growth Coaching International. With more than four decades of leadership experience in NSW schools, Penny shares the key moments that shaped her coaching journey, her passion for professional learning and the profound impact she has had on school and system leaders across the state. As she prepares for retirement, Penny offers wisdom, insights and inspiration for everyone invested in...
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Instructional Coaching at Brisbane Catholic Education
Coaching in Education Podcast Series
In this episode of the Coaching in Education Podcast, host Richard Reid is joined by Brett Horton (Head of School Performance), Trudi Lucas (Head of Future Education Initiatives) from Brisbane Catholic Education and Dr. Jim Knight from the Instructional Coaching Group. Together, they explore BCE’s bold vision for system-wide improvement, the power of partnership and how instructional coaching is being embedded across more than 140 schools to strengthen teaching, leadership and learning outcomes. Discover how BCE is shaping a culture of growth and collaboration and why coaching is at the...
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Coaching as a way of leading with Dr Adrian Camm
Coaching in Education Podcast Series
What happens when a school makes coaching central to its leadership culture? In this episode, Richard Reid speaks with Dr Adrian Camm, Principal of Westbourne Grammar in Melbourne, about the school’s journey in embedding coaching across staff and leadership. Adrian shares the wins, the challenges and the profound impact coaching has had on communication, collaboration and student wellbeing. If you’re a school leader curious about making the shift towards a coaching approach to leadership – this episode is for you.
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Instructional Coaching with Independent Schools Tasmania
Coaching in Education Podcast Series
In this episode Richard Reid is joined by Simon Matthews, Deputy Executive Director of Independent Schools Tasmania and host of the Learning Landscape podcast. They explore how instructional coaching is being embedded across a wide variety of independent schools—from rural campuses to city-based boarding schools. Simon shares how coaching is impacting teacher practice, professional learning and school culture, as well as the challenges and successes along the way. Whether you're just starting or looking to deepen your coaching culture, this episode offers practical insights and inspiration.
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IC Done Well Roadshow: Making It Sustainable
Coaching in Education Podcast Series
"Sustainability isn’t just about the environment — it’s also about people, programs, and practice. And when it comes to Instructional Coaching Done Well, sustainability can often be the difference between a coaching culture that thrives… and one that quietly fades away." This is the final episode of our special Instructional Coaching Done Well mini-series, where we’re diving deep into what makes Instructional Coaching truly work in schools. In this conversation we’re talking about something that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves — sustainability. Inspired by Jim...
info_outlineIn this special episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Jasmine Miller, author of A Teacher’s Guide to Coaching. Jasmine will share insights from her new book, exploring how coaching can transform teaching practices, build stronger relationships and empower both teachers and students. Whether you’re new to coaching or looking to deepen your skills, you won’t want to miss this conversation packed with practical strategies and real-life examples. Listen in now.🎧