Testimonials
"I was slightly skeptical of RTC prior to beginning the process. However, I love it already after just one walkie session. RTC has been very helpful in setting up classroom procedures and making sure I narrate often. Thank you!"
"I hope the program will eventually be widely publicized and available to any teacher interested in coaching.I would even support the notion of mandating it. The time commitment is appropriate, especially when pre-conferences and debriefs are held in classrooms where practice sessions are most genuine. RTTC is the most valuable experience offered to me since beginning my TFA commitment. Completing coaching at the beginning of my second year allowed me to develop habits that will serve my students for the rest of the year without feeling overwhelming. Danielle is knowledgeable, observant, supportive and pushed me to find my own solutions."
"I feel like the advice that is given to me during the sessions is very practical and useful. It also doesn't seem like it will be a stretch to put it into use. "
"After today's session I feel much more confident and comfortable about setting specific and concrete expectations for my students. I am now better able to plan for potential problems and questions my students may have. I am also more aware of my strengths as a teacher and weaknesses and how to improve them."
"I truly appreciated RTC during my first year teaching. My coach enabled me to see what was truly holding me back from giving my all to my students. My coach showed me how to form better relationships with my students. In the beginning my students respected me however after RTC that respect came with the Non-nonsense Nurturer that I longed to achieve. I confidently believe my next year will start off in the right direction leading to a successful year!"
" RTC was extremely beneficial. Although I had my ups and downs, the overall experience helped me to improve in ways that I never could have imagined. My coach made me aware of areas of improvement that I otherwise would never have recognized, and she continued to push me even at times when I was somewhat hesitant or resistant. Due to RTC, I believe that I have gained the tools I need to make my classroom a success. It is ultimately my responsibility to take ownership of my classroom, but I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with my RTC."
"MY RTC was amazing. She pushed me. It made me uncomfortable, and I didn't like it, but it was definitely worth it. I may sound cliche, but it's true. I was more confident and saw what was possible. I know what I need to do to be a better teacher, and to keep on going. I need to work on my confidence but I'll get there.My RTC helped me so much, I thought it was impossible. Now it's up to me, but I know if I follow everything I've learned and add in consistency, I can be great."
*Testimonials from CMs who were RTC'ed during 2013-2014 school year in SLa or who have been coached during the 2014-2015 school year.