For Coaches/Trainers
Coaching During Covid
Need tips for coaching during Covid?
The way you provide coaching supports to teachers can vary on a week-to-week basis. Whether students are attending in person or virtually, the coaching process can still occur. We have put together some tips for supporting your teachers regardless of the guidelines and restrictions in place. Click the link below to view the document.
Training Materials
Content delivered at the ECPBIS Academy
ECPBIS Academy Day 1
ECPBIS Academy Day 2
ECPBIS Academy Day 3
ECPBIS Day 3
Virtual ECPBIS Academy Day 3
Target Behavior Documentation (data collection tool)
Frequency Data Sheet (data collection tool)
Frequency, Duration, Intensity (data collection tool)
Sensory Checklist (data collection tool)
ECPBIS Academy Follow-Up
Practice-Based Coaching
Information and resources for sustaining meaningful outcomes
What is Practice-Based Coaching?
Practice-based coaching is an iterative process that involves focused observations, reflection and feedback, and shared goals and action planning. This approach at the local level can greatly support efforts to implement the early childhood Pyramid Model, resulting in higher efficacy among teachers and increased positive outcomes for students.
The National Center on Quality Teaching and Learning has published this Practice-Based Coaching Overview.
The National Center for Pyramid Model Innovations has published this Program Leadership Team Guide to Implementing Practice-Based Coaching within the Pyramid Model.
Other Coaching Resources
Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool (TPOT)
Information and resources for using the tool in the context of practice-based coaching
What is the TPOT?
The Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool (TPOT) is designed to measure implementation of practices related to the early childhood Pyramid Model. The use of practice-based coaching can ensure collection of valid TPOT data and involve teachers in the decision-making process based on what the data shows.
TPOT/Coaching Resources
The NC Early Learning Network has published several valuable resources for using the TPOT in the context of practice-based coaching. These are some of our favorites:
Clarifying Questions
Coaching Resource List
Teacher Skills and Strategies Checklist
Teacher-Coach Agreement
TPOT Debrief Form
TPOT Excel Sheet
Resources Developed by Staff
Check back frequently for updates!
Videos
The Pyramid Model at Home with Amy Carlson
You Can't Make Me Book Review with Sara Smouse
Stop, Think, Act... Book Review with Jess George
Positive Mindset Habits Book Review with Amy Carlson
Using Tucker Turtle at Home with Sara Smouse
Behavior Connections Between Adults and Children with Amy Carlson
Emotional Regulation with Jess George
Self-Regulation with Jess George
Expectations and Rules at Home with Jess George
Acknowledging Children When They Meet Expectations with Jess George
Tips for Teaching Emotions with Sara Smouse
Early Childhood Transitions with Sara Smouse
Book Studies
Stop, Think, Act: Integrating Self-Regulation in the Early Childhood Classroom Book Study by Jess George
You Can't Make Me Book Study by Sara Smouse
Children's Lit Kits
You Will Be My Friend! Lit Kit assembled by Jess George
Bear Feels Scared Lit Kit assembled by Sara Smouse
Waiting Is Not Easy! Lit Kit assembled by Amy Carlson
The Little Mouse, The Red Ripe Strawberry, and The Big Hungry Bear Lit Kit assembled by Jess George
Visuals and Infographics
Transition Back to School - tips for supporting children as they transition back to school following blended delivery or an extended break
Coaching During Covid - tips for supporting teachers implementing the Pyramid Model while Covid-related guidelines are in place
ECPBIS Readiness Flyer - information on the ECPBIS Readiness Series
Anchors Aweigh - tips for families as they support their children in transitioning to pre-K or kindergarten
Sharing Our Calm - tips for families to assist their child with self-regulation
Back to School Kit - forms, checklists, and documents you need to help plan a successful start to the new school year
Open House Ideas - tips for introducing the Pyramid Model to families