Expiration Date

A teacher coach walks into the curriculum director’s office and says, “Bob, now that I’ve left the classroom, I’m worried I won’t have credibility with the staff. How long do I have before teachers don’t take me seriously any more?”

Her boss leans back in his chair, looks thoughtful, and says, “Ten.”

“Ten? Ten what? Ten years? Ten demonstration lessons?”

The director shakes his head sadly and keeps counting, “Nine....eight....seven....”

One of the most thoughtful websites for practitioners interested in the big picture can be found at the Teacher Leaders Network. I found a very interesting conversation there the other day on just how much credibility coaches and TOSAs have when they’re out of the classroom; in fact, the entire site is filled with mindful commentary on education today.

It’s a great place that’s well worth checking out!

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