How to Coach Uncertified and Alternatively Certified Teachers | Lindsay Deacon

More schools are hiring uncertified and alternatively certified teachers. Lindsay Deacon, co-author of The EduCoach Survival Guide, joins me to talk about what these teachers need most and how instructional coaches can support them so they stay and grow. You'll learn: ✅ Why there's no single "typical" uncertified teacher ✅ The two biggest early needs: turning content knowledge into lessons, and pedagogy ✅ Why deep coaching on pedagogy matters more for retention than logistics help ✅ How to split support between a mentor and an instructional coach ✅ Why role-playing lessons and limiting extra duties help new teachers grow 📖 Get my new book, Expand Your Coaching Toolbox! 20 Practical Strategies That Improve Teaching and Learning: https://buzzingwithmsb.com/book 🐝 More coaching resources at https://buzzingwithmsb.com 📝 Show notes and links: https://buzzingwithmsb.com/2026/05/co... 🎧 Listen to the podcast anywhere: https://pod.link/1496989397/episode/M... Join the Instructional Coaching Club: https://buzzingwithmsb.thrivecart.com... About Lindsay Deacon Lindsay is an instructional leadership coach and co-author of The EduCoach Survival Guide book series. Website: https://educoachsurvivalguide.com/ The EduCoach Survival Guide: https://amzn.to/4oYfswu The Presenter Survival Guide: https://amzn.to/3IafuRb Instructional Coaching with Ms. B is the podcast for instructional coaches, literacy coaches, and school leaders who want practical coaching strategies that work in real schools. New episodes every Monday. Instagram:   / buzzingwithmsb   Facebook group:   / 657458192827131   #instructionalcoaching #newteachers #instructionalcoach