Literacy Leaders: Trust, Rapport, & Listening by Christine MacWilliams https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb How are you leveraging rapport and listening to foster relational trust in your role? en-us 2021-12-13 20:53:30 UTC 2025-09-30 14:36:52 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949663489 Listening to teachers during CLT and hearing their needs and concerns.]]> 2021-12-15 15:07:57 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949663489 Not asking questions is a big shift for me. I often find myself wanting to ask questions to build teachers' capacity because they have the ability to solve their own problems. But now I realized too often I am changing the trajectory of the conversation without meaning to. asfrank2 https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949663589 I also have been working at my school for 6 years so hoping teachers will still be able to see me in a role as someone to trust since I have the relationships built.]]> 2021-12-15 15:07:59 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949663589 building relationships jagminski https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949664999 In my room I have my desk in the back corner. When someone comes in to talk to me I always stand up and move closer to them. Often we sit at one of the tables in the room so that we can sit together. I think it makes it easier to avoid distractions this way and helps me build rapport with the teachers. ]]> 2021-12-15 15:08:28 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949664999 In my first year at my school, I spent a significant amount of time getting to know teachers. Their interests in and out of school and connecting with them. For example, our 5th grade team are all runners. I was training for my first half. It was a real bonding experience for us all. I feel like this has laid a foundation. jvitale5 https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949665442 2021-12-15 15:08:37 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949665442 Listening without judgment and making sure all voices in meetings are being heard. https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949666702 2021-12-15 15:09:00 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949666702 Trust, Rapport, & Listening mmheffron https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949666930 In order to build trust, I make sure teachers feel valued. They all bring something valuable to the table and I intentionally highlight those during CLTs. Once they feel valued and that their opinion matters, they are more willing to try something new.]]> 2021-12-15 15:09:05 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949666930 Creating opportunities for conversation eacho https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949667173 I've been working hard find ways to create even "drive-by" conversations with teachers - delivering materials in person instead of putting it in their mailbox, going to the workroom that gets the most traffic for any printing/copying]]> 2021-12-15 15:09:09 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949667173 Just listening to the entire question or talk to make sure that I am hearing everything. ddneely https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949667294 2021-12-15 15:09:12 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949667294 Getting to know others so that we can trust each other and work together. We need to support each other. jarainey2 https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949667409 2021-12-15 15:09:15 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949667409 When someone comes to my office, I switch from sitting at my desk to the tables we use for CLT to allow us to work side by side https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949668716 2021-12-15 15:09:37 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949668716 I am trying to build rapport with teachers because I am new to my school. Spending a lot of time building relationships and just listening to concerns/frustrations at CLTs. ecruikshank2 https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949669032 2021-12-15 15:09:43 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949669032 https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949669083 Listening to teacher needs in CLTs and conversations. Following up with them if needed to continue to build trust]]> 2021-12-15 15:09:44 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949669083 keradcliffe2 https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949670793 This is my first year in a new school. I have spent a lot of time in CT's getting to know teachers and have used any avenue to get in to support them and help them by modeling lessons and working with small groups. It has given me insight into their day and hopefully it has given them insight into me being a support for them to improve their skill set. I know that I have learned a lot from them in my new role. ]]> 2021-12-15 15:10:19 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949670793 Wait time https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949671867 Allowing wait time before responding has been helpful for me to take time to fully listen and process, and to allow others the time they need to share and feel heard. Sometimes I feel like a need to have the answers or an immediate solution after others share but this is teaching me that it's ok to slow down and just take time to listen.]]> 2021-12-15 15:10:42 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949671867 Rapport https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949672756 I am always working to connect with teachers on a personal and professional level, to facilitate that trust and to build relationships. Allowing for and modeling that vulnerability and transparency has also helped and allowed teachers to do the same. ]]> 2021-12-15 15:10:58 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949672756 listening cpsauer https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949673156 It is important to not fall into the advice trap or ask lots of questions, no matter how well-intentioned it may be. ]]> 2021-12-15 15:11:08 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949673156 My mentor has been supporting me with building relationships with the go-getters who are willing to come to me and let me in. By listening to their needs, helping where they say they need help and following-through when supporting, I am finding that we are building trust. dmhotaling https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949673206 2021-12-15 15:11:09 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949673206 https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949673436 In the very beginning of the year, I made sure to get into as many rooms as possible and meet with teachers so that they know I care about their needs and value what they have to share or their concerns. Building relationship is so crucial - with staff, students, and community especially because I haven't changed schools - just roles (which has been interesting!)]]> 2021-12-15 15:11:14 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949673436 kowakeley https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949674338 I've spent a lot of time building relationships with teachers. I want them to see me as a colleague who is here to help and support. Now that I have this foundation and teachers feel comfortable with one-on-one conversation, I'd love to learn more about how to now use some skills to facilitate CLTs. ]]> 2021-12-15 15:11:30 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949674338 spmaidabalde https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949674588 Listening to teachers without judgement help builds a relationship of trust. Also reminding them that we are all learners, including myself. ]]> 2021-12-15 15:11:35 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949674588 https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949676437 Inviting every voice to be heard in meetings, etc.]]> 2021-12-15 15:12:15 UTC https://padlet.com/clmacwilliam/ceo38f0tjvr7efyb/wish/1949676437