Practical Approaches for Effective Coaching and Mentoring

Oct 23, 2025 9:00AM—Jan 23, 2026 3:00PM

Location

Presidio, San Francisco

Cost Early Bird Pricing for Members (Available until October 1) See pricing below

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Practical Approaches for Effective Coaching and Mentoring

PART 1: October 23, 2025 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Presidio, San Francisco (Location TBD)

PART 1: October 24, 2025 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Presidio, San Francisco (Location TBD)

PART 2: January 22, 2026 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Presidio, San Francisco (Location TBD)

PART 2: January 23, 2026 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Presidio, San Francisco (Location TBD)

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ABOUT THIS IN-PERSON WORKSHOP SERIES

Are you new to a leadership or coaching role and would like to expand your skills? Are you an experienced coach hitting roadblocks in your coaching conversations, or finding yourself not knowing what to say or do next to support your colleagues? Intentional leaders understand the importance of building strong coaching and mentoring relationships, which are vital for long-term faculty success, retention, and well-being. Effective coaches and mentors utilize purposeful practices in their relationships and conversations. Join us to learn and apply best practices for engaging in meaningful and productive coaching and mentoring.

Through small group discussion, individual reflection, scenario analysis, and role play, attendees will learn to better navigate the current reality and develop skills that increase impact and foster resilience and agency. Part one of this two-part series is for novice coaches who wish to learn and practice foundational coaching approaches and skills. Part two of the series builds on part one and is designed to expand novice and experienced participants’ tools and techniques to best equip teachers in their professional growth.

Participation in part one is not required, but is strongly encouraged; pre-reading materials will be provided for those who only join part two. Participants will be able to apply their learning between sessions and use the group as thought partners throughout the school year. A wide range of resources will be shared.

LEARNING GOALS

Participants will:

  • Explore your own coaching identity and stance as well as develop and practice techniques for professional self-care
  • Establish a shared language of coaching frameworks and concepts to foster a collaborative working community
  • Develop a tool box of practical strategies for engaging in coaching conversations
  • Build ongoing connections with other educators involved in coaching and mentoring

AUDIENCE

Department heads, division heads, instructional coaches, teacher-leaders, novice and experienced coaches, anyone interested in mentoring and coaching.

PRICING INFO: SERIES

Early Bird Pricing (available through October 1):

  • $3,380 for Individuals

  • $2,855 for Groups 3+

Standard Member Pricing (after October 1):

  • $3,505 for Individuals

  • $2,980 for Groups 3+

Non-Member Pricing:

  • $5,260

PRICING INFO: PART 1 OR PART 2 ONLY

Early Bird Pricing (available through October 1):

  • $1,745 for Individuals

  • $1,475 for Groups 3+

Standard Member Pricing (after October 1):

  • $1,820 for Individuals

  • $1,550 for Groups 3+

Non-Member Pricing:

  • $2,730

ABOUT THE FACILITATORS

Jennifer Liu, CATDC Facilitator

In her role as Director of Teacher Development and Strategic Initiatives at Town School for Boys in San Francisco, CA, Jennifer Liu leads teacher learning and curricular initiatives through mentoring and coaching, partners with the administrative team on school-wide initiatives, and works with early career educators through Town’s New Teacher Institute. She has worked in both public and private schools throughout her many years in the field of education. Jennifer holds a Bachelor’s degree with a double major in Psychology and Elementary Education from Wheaton College in Illinois and a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Teaching with a focus on Gifted Education from Teachers College, Columbia University in New York City.

JulieStrong

Julie Strong uses an iterative, asset-based approach to foster an environment where each individual is intellectually and personally engaged in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and resilient learning community. She is currently the Assistant Head of School for Teaching and Learning at The International School of San Francisco, where she is responsible for preK-12 curriculum and faculty development among other areas. Julie taught science to grades 9-12 for 18 years while moving progressively into leadership, focusing on coaching, mentoring, and faculty support. She holds a B.S. in Biology from Stanford University and a Ph.D. in Immunology from the University of California, San Francisco.

Cancellation Policy

Life happens. We understand that there will be times when you cannot attend a workshop that you have registered and paid for. We strive to be as helpful and flexible as possible when things out of your control happen. Please visit our FAQ page for detailed information about our cancellation policy and answers to frequently asked questions about enrollment and membership.