Science of Reading Solutions: Coaching
Improve student outcomes by bringing the widely used, highly effective Student-Focused Coaching (SFC) approach to your school! This one-stop, step-by-step guide will help instructional coaches and teachers work collaboratively to implement evidence-based practices that help K-12 students succeed.

Coaches Will:
- Work effectively with teachers to set and achieve goals
- Help teachers support struggling students with evidence-based interventions
- Collect data and give helpful feedback to teachers
- Design professional learning opportunities that meet individual teacher needs
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All-Star Authors

Jan Hasbrouck, Ph.D., is a renowned researcher, widely published author, and in-demand educational consultant on reading assessment and intervention.
- Lead developer of the Student-Focused Coaching Model
- 15 years of experience as a reading specialist and coach
- Works with schools in the U.S. and internationally

Daryl Michel, Ph.D., is an internationally known consultant on instructional coaching, teacher education, curriculum design, and more.
- Founder of Be A Change, LLC, a TEA-approved professional education provider
- Lifelong educator, passionate about engaging with others to learn, teach, and inspire
- Experience ranging from classroom teaching to international consulting
What Teachers Are Saying
“Practical, reflective, and with razor-sharp focus on student outcomes, Hasbrouck and Michel weave just the right amount of research and theory into this easy-to-access, indispensable coaching resource. A must-read.”—Carol Tolman, coauthor of LETRS, Third Edition
“An incredibly practical and interactive resource for any instructional coach, whether they are new in their role, a seasoned veteran, or anywhere in between. The focus on maximizing teacher effectiveness to increase student success is critical, and this book is an invaluable resource that coaches will reach for again and again!”—Molly Alcantar, Instructional Coach, Washington Elementary School, Vancouver Public Schools
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