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Coaching the Whole Educator

Becca Silver
Education
Coaching
Resistance To Change
Resistance
Growth Mindset
Leadership
Professional Development
Ownership Mindset
Belonging
Change Management
Belonging Mindset
Motivation
Feedback
Resistance Remedy
The Resistance Solution
Instructional Coaching
Burnout
Teacher Retention
Psychological Safety
Conflict Handling Styles

Coaching the Whole Educator, hosted by education consultant and author Becca Silver, is a podcast on instructional coaching, teacher leadership, and school leadership for anyone who wants to strengthen their educators' effectiveness and resilience, especially the ones who need it most. Each week, you'll hear quick tips, proven coaching strategies, and coaching mindsets designed to keep you on top ... more

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Latest Episodes

What happens when a new school leader tries so hard to meet everyone’s expectations that they stop leading like themselves? In this episode of Coaching the Whole Educator, Becca Silver talks with Joshua Stamper, author of Aspire to Lead and host of t... more

Ever leave a coaching conversation feeling great about the advice you gave, only to come back a week later and find nothing has changed? You're not alone, and it's probably not the teacher's fault.

In this episode, Becca sits down with her friend an... more

The strategy everyone nodded along to in August? It's thriving in one classroom and missing in action next door. And that eye roll from the back of the room is still living rent-free in your head.

In this first episode of Solution Sessions, a new we... more

What if the colleague you've been describing as "quirky" is the most underused talent in your building? 

In this episode of Coaching the Whole Educator, Becca Silver sits down with Justin Permenter of NDI Institute to talk about building workplaces ... more

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Recent Guests

Chrissy Beltran
Buzzing with Ms. B, instructional coaching guru
Buzzing with Ms. B / Instructional Coaching with Ms. B
Episode: #203: The "Always Be Coaching" Mindset with Chrissy Beltran
Justin Permenter
Co-founder of NDI Institute, advocate for neuroinclusive workplaces
NDI Institute
Episode: #201: Your Staff's Hidden Superpowers: Building a Neuroinclusive Workplace Without Lowering Expectations
Robyn Jackson
Educator, author, and speaker
100% Principle (mentioned)
Episode: #200: Will Drivers: The Motivations Behind Every Conversation
Danny Bauer
Disrupter and educator focused on self-mentorship and campus transformation
Better Leaders Better Schools / Ruckus Makers
Episode: #199: Stop Waiting for PD: How Self Mentorship Builds Ruckus Maker Principals
Lori Cohen
Author of The Science of Lesson Planning, pedagogical leader
Lori Cohen Consulting (as discussed)
Episode: #198: What Great Lesson Planning Teaches Us About Great Coaching (with Lori Cohen)
Jennifer Abrams
Author and expert on adult-to-adult communication in schools
Author and educator advocate
Episode: #197: Why Being Clear Can Feel Hard (with Jennifer Abrams): Do “Hard” Conversations Actually Have to Be Hard?
John Pascarella
Professor of clinical education, USC Race and Equity Center chief academic officer
University of Southern California (USC)
Episode: #194: Stop Assuming Great Teachers Make Great Mentors
Principal Kafele
Principal, author, educator
Author and educator
Episode: #193: When High Expectations Meet Resistance: What Should Leaders Actually Do?
Chrystin Sheffield
Assistant principal with prior experience as instructional and literacy coach
(mentioned)
Episode: #192: The Resistance Solution in Action: An Instructional Leader's Perspective

Host

Becca Silver
Host of the show focusing on coaching, leadership, and human-centered approaches in education

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Essential listen for coaching shifts in instructional mindsets

    Coaching the Whole Educator is an essential listen for anyone committed to strengthening teaching and learning through a deeply human-centered lens, consistently offering practical strategies and powerful mindset shifts for instructional coaches and school leaders. Episode 119, “What Professional Development SHOULD Be,” stands out as a compelling and thought-provoking conversation, as Dr. Julie Slayton boldly challenges the ineffective, one-size-fits-all PD models that continue to dominate schoo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Freireson
    United States5 months ago
  • A standout podcast for coaches

    I love the human-centered approach of this podcast, and every episode addresses real challenges that coaches experience and topics that are relevant for folks who lead adult learning. I appreciate the useful strategies and tips that I can apply in my day-to-day work as a coach.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    scout374269
    United Statesa year ago
  • Reminding us that education is a human profession

    Becca creates a community in this podcast, reminding us of the humanity in our work. From episodes with guests to episodes that share relevant research, this is one to follow.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LindaMRhyne
    United States2 years ago
  • An excellent podcast for leaders, coaches, and educators

    Love this podcast! Becca has a wonderful conversation style, is naturally curious, has a growth mindset, is a master at building human connections, and always has interesting guests. So, I would recommend this podcast to any leader or coach -- especially those in the education space -- who want to take their game to the next level.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Todd Cherches
    United States3 years ago
  • Informal and Informative

    I enjoy these practical podcasts that are short and engaging. Becca has on a variety of educators and always gives me something to think about. Check it out

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Starr531
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The host maintains a curious, warm interview style that connects well with educators.
Listeners appreciate the human-centered coaching approach and practical strategies.
Guests bring depth on leadership and resistance, with actionable frameworks.
The episodes are concise and directly applicable to coaching practice and PLC work.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#199: Stop Waiting for PD: How Self Mentorship Builds Ruckus Maker Principals
Q: What is self-mentorship and how does it differ from traditional professional development?
Self-mentorship is an ownership-based, personalized approach to growth where leaders determine their own goals and timelines, rather than following a district-dictated program. It emphasizes radical ownership of learning and creating campus experiences that matter to students, staff, and families.
#200: Will Drivers: The Motivations Behind Every Conversation
Q: Would you give an example of saying something to the four different drivers, how you would say it differently?
You start by naming the goal in a way that aligns with their driver (what vs. how vs. who vs. why), then tailor the feedback to their primary driver so they hear it as actionable and supportive, not judgmental.
#194: Stop Assuming Great Teachers Make Great Mentors
Q: Have you been in schools where mentorship is done well, and what distinguishes those environments?
John describes instructional leaders who treat professional learning as a shared responsibility and align meetings and learning experiences to actual teacher needs rather than external PD, highlighting leadership culture as a key factor in successful mentorship.
#194: Stop Assuming Great Teachers Make Great Mentors
Q: Becca, can you just let everyone know in general, like what do you do as a professor?
John explains his work spanning K-12 districts, higher education, and teacher preparation, emphasizing how mentors fit into the pipeline from credentialing programs to district practice.
#193: When High Expectations Meet Resistance: What Should Leaders Actually Do?
Q: What role does culture play in setting expectations, and how can a school shift its culture when it's not aligned with desired outcomes?
Culture should naturally reflect expectations; when misaligned, leaders must actively shape systems and norms to create a space where high expectations are the default, not the exception.

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Coaching the Whole Educator centers on instructional coaching, teacher leadership, and school leadership with a human-centered lens. Episodes frequently explore resistance, mindsets, and practical frameworks for coaching and leading change in schools, often tying insights to real-world classroom and PLC dynamics. Listeners can expect actionable coaching strategies, leadership tips, and research-informed perspectives on building belonging, clarity, and durable improvement in educational settings. A notable strength is the consistent emphasis on humane, relationship-driven approaches and the Catalyst Mindsets framework for diagnosing and addressing resistance. This combination makes it particularly useful for coaches, instructional leaders, a... more

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Recent guests on Coaching the Whole Educator include:

1. Chrissy Beltran
2. Justin Permenter
3. Robyn Jackson
4. Danny Bauer
5. Lori Cohen
6. Jennifer Abrams
7. John Pascarella
8. Principal Kafele

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