Educational services, consulting and coaching, can make all the difference in the culture of a school. Effective consultants and coaches work to bring sustainable and positive change to a school community.
At Heartlight we believe these are some of the important components for great Educational Services in Coaching and Consulting. Be sure to read more about our company, Heartlight Coaching and Consulting.
QUALITIES:
Expertise in Education and Consulting
Experience in roles such as teacher, administrator, guidance counselor, college counselor, school leader, Board member is so valuable. It enables the consultant to provide the client with a rich background and expertise to support their needs.
Integrity
Next the consultant or coach must be respectful and honest in dealing with their clients. The client needs to feel that they are always receiving accurate data. Providing a balanced perspective in their interaction is also important.
Analytical
Being able to evaluate, analyze, synthesize both quantitative and qualitative data are important skills. The client receives the benefit of support in reviewing descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive data.
Problem Solver
Understanding the data is very important, but assisting the client in seeking solutions is imperative. Not that the consultant or coach determines the client’s direction. Rather, she or he offers an array of potential solutions to the challenges facing the school or the district.
Strategic Thinker and Planner
Being able to assist the client in a new strategic plan is an invaluable skill for a consultant. Knowledgeable and experienced in guiding the creation of strategic plan. the consultant supports the leadership in establishing an authentic strategic plan. In addition, inspiring realistic action steps to be implemented is crucial.
Knowledge of Different Leadership Styles
Knowledge and understanding of the variety of leadership styles that exist are very helpful to the client in identifying their own natural approaches to decision-making and communicating. This skill is especially important in coaching the leader in his or her own search for solutions and approaches.
Strong Relationship Builder
Finally, whether it is one on one or coaching a team, the ability to communicate is at the heart of a strong relationship. In coaching or consulting, building trust and synergy within the relationships is a necessity in the success of an individual or a team.
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