1. E Email smithersmath@gmail.com
Phone 621-2248
Twitter @CindySmith
Blog: http://blogs.gssd.ca/csmith/
The role of a math coach:
Collaborative colleague
Experiences are initiated by teacher and direction of
interaction structured by the teacher
Focus is on student learning
A team member to:
o help plan lessons or units units
o assist with technology
o help with manipulatives
o model or co-teach lessons
o collect data for professional development
o assist with the transfer of theory into practice
o research, collaborate and discuss assessment and evaluation
Benefits of engaging with a math coach:
Provides an opportunity for professional dialogue, sharing of experiences
Fosters professional habits of mind (West and Staub, 2003)