I:I + GROUP COACHING
While larger workshops can be beneficial for introducing concepts, they often fall short in fostering the depth of skill and confidence needed for daily embodiment of Restorative Practices, or facilitation of Classroom Circles. Personalized coaching offers a distinct advantage by tailoring the learning experience to each educator's unique strengths, challenges, and classroom dynamics.
All these offerings are available to groups (up to 10) and individuals.
RP in the classroom
Our short-term coaching program is designed to support your personal growth as an educator over 4-6 weeks. It begins with a thoughtful conversation to explore your needs and set meaningful goals for building a restorative presence in your classroom. Each week, we'll me for a 40-50 minute session, where we’ll collaborate on strategies tailored to you and your students. This hands-on, personalized approach is all about helping you feel confident and supported in bringing RP to life in your classroom.
Schedule + Learning Objectives
- Getting acquainted with each other, Restorative Practices and the coaching process
- Fundamental Hypothesis, and Social Discipline Window
- Reviewing the Restorative Continuum
- Observation
- Observation Review (& Co-Planning*)
- 2nd Observation*
- Final debrief & Resource Hand-off
*Co-Planning & 2nd Observation are optional sessions for those who choose circles their target goal)
Circlekeeping in the Classroom
In four focused sessions + 1 co-facilitated/observed circle, faculty members will engage in hands-on practice, receive immediate feedback, and reflect deeply on their facilitation style. This individualized approach not only equips educators with the tools they need but also builds their confidence and ownership of the process, ensuring a more sustainable and impactful implementation of restorative practices in the classroom.
Materials Provided to Participants: Circle-keeping manual, worksheets, prompts, circle scripts, and behavior management "cheat sheet"
Schedule + Learning Objectives
1. Discovering Your Educator Identity and Gifts
2. Building the Foundation: Core Values and Circle Elements
3. Mastering Circle Facilitation and Structure
In-Classroom Observation / Co-Facilitation
4. Reflection, Growth, and Embodying the Circle Keeper Role