RETAIN EDUCATORS
GIVE THEM THE EDGE
We leverage the power of ongoing virtual professional development workshops & coaching to provide educators with tailored, sustainable support.
THE PROBLEM
Educators are leaving the profession at accelerated rates.
Why?
Being an educator has become increasing overwhelming for many.
When you compile a list of educator complaints it comes down to one major cause - unsustainable workload!
THE FACTS
According to the National Association of Secondary School Principals, 42% of principals are considering leaving, citing heavy workloads, timely support to improve student outcomes and their own skill sets, and overall obstacles to professional learning opportunities such as lack of time and money.
42%
Forty-two percent of principals cited heavy workloads, timely feedback, and overall obstacles to professional learning opportunities.
75%
75 percent of principals cited lack of time for professional learning opportunities.
36%
Thirty-six percent of principals cited lack of money for professional learning opportunities.
25%
Twenty-five percent of principals cited cost as an obstacle to preservice professional preparation.
THE SOLUTION
ONGOING 1:1 VIRTUAL COACHING SUPPORT!
When you invest in virtual professional development and coaching for educators,
the domino effect of benefits is endless!
Here are some benefits of choosing us as your provider:
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SKILLED & VETTED COACHES
Our coaches are current or former administrators, teachers, counselors, and coaches who relentlessly pursue student success.
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FOCUSED FEEDBACK
Timely, focused feedback on practices, moving student data, creating a positive culture, as well as continuous strategic partnering that supports instruction.
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BEST PRACTICES
We design in-person or 1:1 and group virtual professional development workshops focused on research-based best practices that are aligned with district goals and teacher/student performance.
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FLEXIBLE COMMUNICATIONS
We provide our coaching sessions on a platform that works best for the educator – whether that be via Video Conferences, Skype, FaceTime, Google Hangouts Chats, Email Communication, or a combination of all these.
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RIGOROUS INSTRUCTION
Weekly or biweekly 1:1 virtual coaching sessions focuses on key areas that leverage increasing student achievement.
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SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT
We foster supportive, nurturing coaching relationships that encourage educators to reflect on their own practice, identify areas of growth, and track student outcomes.
How does virtual coaching work?
We provide side-by-side virtual coaching services in areas where educators typically struggle. ELS aligns best practices with school goals so that they’re attained faster.
We are committed to setting educators and their students on the path to sustainable success by creating engaging classroom environments, implementing rigorous instruction and assessment, and encouraging continuous reflection and adjustment as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
COORDINATE SCHEDULES
The educator chooses the vehicle they want to communicate by with a professional coach. Both coordinate a meeting time that is convenient for the educator’s schedule.
NEEDS ASSESSMENT
The educator's needs are unpacked and goals are set in an initial introductory conference.
CUSTOMIZED COACHING
Educators receive professional customized virtual coaching in those areas targeted to each of their specific needs.
CYCLE BEGINS
Virtual coaching cycle begins: educators receive quick, actionable research-based feedback that is aligned to school’s initiatives and goals.
What School Leaders Are Saying
Dr. Kenneth R. Hamilton
Superintendent
Mt. Vernon City Schools
Mt. Vernon, NY
With so many competing priorities, it is imperative that new and evolving teachers get the support and guidance they need. Virtual coaching is one of the most innovative tools available in our field today. My staff loved the freedom and flexibility to have this virtual resource of well-trained, experienced professionals, to ask questions, pitch new ideas in a safe, non-evaluative format. I wholeheartedly give this resource my highest endorsement.
Dr. Sharon Nepote
Principal
Wagoner Elementary
Sauk Village, IL
Virtual coaching was a benefit to my staff. My staff reported that they found the conversations with the coaches rewarding, relevant to their current classroom, and individualized to meet their professional needs. My staff all reported that their craft had been improved through the experience. I look forward to offering virtual coaching to my staff in the future.
Dr. Jennifer Camilleri
Principal
Strassburg Elementary
Sauk Village, IL
Virtual coaching was a benefit to my staff. My staff reported that they found the conversations with the coaches rewarding, relevant to their current classroom, and individualized to meet their professional needs. My staff all reported that their craft had been improved through the experience. I look forward to offering virtual coaching to my staff in the future.
Now more than ever
We must take innovative actions to support staff. Quality and relevant support must begin to look different in our profession.
ABOUT US
We partner with schools to help them retain quality educators by supporting staff however they need it and whenever they need it.
HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER
In-Person & Virtual Professional Workshops
Our in-person and virtual professional development workshops and training are research-based and led by expert facilitators who provide learning experiences that guide participants to the learning. All content is customized to needs to ensure relevancy.
Ongoing 1:1 Virtual Coaching Program for Educators
95% of districts that try our ongoing virtual coaching program rehire us. Clearly, there’s value in individualized ongoing virtual coaching support!
We recommend our professional development workshops, then follow up with ongoing 1:1 virtual coaching for sustainability.
Roadmap to Rigorous Instruction
Mini-course
This step-by-step mini-course offers an opportunity to practice rigorous instructional skills in a private and supportive manner, so educators can hone their effectiveness while increasing student outcomes.
Veronica Gerald
Founder & CEO
Welcome to our page! My name is Veronica Gerald. I am an accomplished instructional leader with a proven track record of positive results in increasing student achievement and creating positive school climates. I have over 25 years of experience as an instructional leader, dedicated to transforming under-performing schools into rigorous learning environments.
Throughout my career, I have led 3 different under-performing schools from chaotic school environments to structured, thriving schools with consistent academic growth. My efforts have not gone unrecognized, as I have consistently been described by peers and staff as an exemplary instructional leader, with exceptional academic achievements and knowledge.
I'm an ambitious leader who excels at executing plans and taking charge. I'm driven by a set of core values that guide my decisions and actions - integrity, honesty, authenticity, work ethic, empathy, support and peace (yes, peace!). My strengths lie in my ability to focus on the tasks at hand, adapt quickly, think strategically, and get results.
My current focus is on coaching school leaders to create safe spaces where they can strive to get consistent positive results - both big and small. As a part of this effort, we also provide engaging professional learning opportunities for teachers that arm participants with actionable strategies and implementation plans, as well as ongoing personalized support.
Fast-forward to this "post-pandemic" recovery period, which has arguably shifted the normalcy of our education system, educators are juggling challenges none of us could imagine just a few years ago. As much as we try, the focus on our students is often compromised, while consistent challenges such as staff shortages, exhausted educators, and traumatized students and adults are increasing across the country.
Education Leadership Services can support educators by providing 1:1 or group targeted, timely, and aligned professional learning opportunities. Our support will help educators sustain themselves through formidable challenges, allowing them to thrive, and focus on increasing student outcomes. This partnership offers on-demand, safe space, and virtual partnerships that allow educators to remember why they chose this profession in the first place. The win: quality educators choose to stay, even through the uncertainty and challenges.
We provide support for teachers, counselors, coaches, social workers, and school/district leaders.
With virtual professional learning and partnerships, your staff and students will succeed.
*In-person workshops & trainings are now available again upon request.
