The document provides information about how a math coach can support teachers in improving their math instruction. It describes the coaching model where the coach works with teachers on planning, modeling lessons, co-teaching, and observing lessons. The focus is on improving student achievement. It lists several areas teachers may want coaching support, such as problem solving lessons, assessment, questioning techniques, and differentiating instruction. Teachers are asked to identify a specific student learning goal for their initial coaching meeting. The document also includes a form for teachers to request coaching support.

1. 2012/2013

2. Are you asking yourself, “How can I use the math coach as
a support in my teaching of Mathematics?”
Formal Coaching is a model that supports teachers in becoming a more effective teacher. The coach
works with the classroom teacher in planning, modeling lessons, co-teaching and observing math
lessons. The focus is always on student achievement.
Areas you may want to focus on:
Setting up lessons that teach through problem solving
This could include Before During After lessons and an in-depth look at its components
Teaching using PODs
How to create SMART board lessons in math
What does assessment for learning look like? What do I do with all of my documentation?
How can I improve on my questioning, so that I guide student into independent thinking and problem solving?
How can I reach the children that „just are not getting it‟?
How can I challenge the students that need enrichment?
How do I do the above in a way that does not require a TON of planning?
Using The Power of Ten to teach numeracy and the understanding of numbers.
How can I supplement the program (Pearson/Nelson) so that I am covering 100% of the curriculum outcomes?
Improving one or more of the processes ex.: communication, connections, problem solving, reasoning and proof, representation.

3. Before we meet:
*Think of a specific goal that improves student learning.
Our first meeting time will be to discuss this goal in depth.
Email me with your goal and outcome of focus.

4. Math Coach Request Form
My name is Susan Muir and I am pleased to announce that I will continue my role as
PreK-6 Math Coach during the 2012-2013 year. As your Math Coach, I will be
available to work with you in a variety of ways.
Coaching
My focus will be on quality coaching. When you request coaching, a three week
block of time will be scheduled. Within our three week block, I will work with
you for10-12 sessions (lessons and planning/ conference). We could schedule
one hour time blocks on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday for three
consecutive weeks or spread the three weeks throughout the year. Whatever
works best for you! Coaching will involve you through a process to strengthen
instruction and improve student learning. We will establish learning goals
based on the curriculum outcomes. Using the gradual release model, I will plan
and model approximately 2 lessons. Then we will plan and co-teach 4-5 lessons
with the remainder you will plan and teach 2-3 lessons as I observe to give
specific feedback that you request. We will also schedule follow-up time will
include reflection and future planning.

5. Other Ways I can Support You:
* I will continue to post everything we do together on my blog
http://blogs.gssd.ca/smuir/
I look forward to being a support for you. It is my vision that together we can
improve student learning in the area of Mathematics.
Please complete the request form and email it to:
smuir@mail.gssd.ca
Sincerely,
Susan Muir

6. Math PreK-6 Coaching Request Form
Please complete the request form and email it to:
smuir@mail.gssd.ca
Name: ______________________
School: _____________________
Grade(s): ___________________
School E-mail________________
Dates requested for Coaching:
Month: 1st choice-
2nd choice-
Please book early to be sure you get the coaching time requested. I will contact you through email with a
confirmation of the dates requested and further information.
*Many teachers and schools have requested verbally their interest. Please send in a request form and I will do my best to schedule as
many schools as I can