Coaching

A technique, through the use of ongoing reflection, used to empower others through acknowledgment of current skills and by improving and/or refining current knowledge and aiding in the development of new skills. Moving away from being the lead player to being a supporting role to another individual/ family/ caregiver by coaching instead of directing.

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The team uses coaching to support parents to help their child learn and grow. Coaching is an interaction style between people that provides a structure for learning. Early intervention is designed to support parents and caregivers in their everyday routines. An early intervention professional may ask you questions to learn what you have already tried and ideas you may be thinking about. Together you will share information, observe one another try new things and come up with a plan with the strategies to practice as part of your daily activities.

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• Coaching Quick Reference Guide

• Tips and Techniques for Effective Coaching Interactions

• Checklists for Implementing a Primary Coach Approach to Teaming

• Coaching Practices Rating Scale for Assessing Adherence to Evidence-Based Early Childhood Intervention Practices

• Framework for Reflective Questioning

• Coaching to Support Parent-Mediated Child Learning

• Common Misperceptions about Coaching in Early Intervention

• Coaching in Early Intervention Evidence and Gaps

• Refer to page 77 (Coaching Handbook by Rush&Sheldon): Coaching Plan

• Refer to page 122 (Coaching Handbook by Rush&Sheldon):: Coaching Log

• Coaching Video

• Sample Coaching Explanations for Parents

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