Teacher Toolbox- EDL: 577 by Jane Buchholz

25 Team Building Activities for Teachers

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-16 02:12:05 UTC

This collection offers creative activities designed to foster collaboration and camaraderie among teachers, making it ideal for faculty meetings or professional development days.

Citation:
SignUpGenius. (n.d.). 25 team building activities for teachers. Retrieved from https://www.signupgenius.com/School/team-building-activities-teachers.cfm

33 Team-Building Games for Adults That Energize Staff Meetings

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-16 02:13:32 UTC

A compilation of engaging games aimed at energizing staff meetings and promoting teamwork among educators.

Citation:
We Are Teachers. (n.d.). 33 team-building games for adults that energize staff meetings. Retrieved from https://www.weareteachers.com/team-building-activities/

5 Dysfunctions of a Team

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-16 02:17:58 UTC

Insightful model for diagnosing team challenges and building trust.

Citation:

Lencioni, P. (2002). The five dysfunctions of a team: A leadership fable. Jossey-Bass.

How to Turn A Group of Strangers Into A Team

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-16 02:21:46 UTC

This talk emphasizes collaboration and team learning.

Citation:

Edmondson, A. C. (2018, May). How to turn a group of strangers into a team [Video]. TED Conferences. https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_edmondson_how_to_turn_a_group_of_strangers_into_a_team

15 Team Building Activities

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 04:34:38 UTC

Escapely provides a list of activities, including health and wellness challenges, to promote stronger connections among faculty members.
Citation:
Escapely. (n.d.). 15 team building activities for teachers. Retrieved from https://escapely.com/team-building-for-teachers/

Co-Active Coaching

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 04:39:16 UTC

The coaching model can be used in leadership and professional development.

Citation

Kimsey-House, H., Kimsey-House, K., Sandahl, P., & Whitworth, L. (2018). Co-active coaching. Nicholas Brealey.

Coaching for Leaders Podcast

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 04:48:08 UTC

Emphasizes a growth mindset and tailored feedback.

Citation:

Stachowiak, D. (Host). (2011–present). Coaching for Leaders [Audio podcast]. Innovate Learning, LLC. https://coachingforleaders.com

Coaching Problem Employees

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 04:51:00 UTC

Discusses strategies for addressing underperformance through direct communication, empathy, setting clear expectations, and fostering accountability to improve workplace behavior and outcomes.

Citation:

Beard, A., & McGinn, D. (Hosts). (2020, September 17). Coaching problem employees (No. 70) [Audio podcast episode]. In Dear HBR:. Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/podcast/2020/09/coaching-problem-employees

The Value of Coaching Educational Leaders

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 04:52:29 UTC

TCEA TechNotes Blog discusses the importance of coaching for educational leaders, providing resources and tips for principals and administrators.
Citation:
TCEA. (n.d.). The value of coaching educational leaders. Retrieved from https://blog.tcea.org/the-value-of-coaching-educational-leaders/

Team Coaching: Staff Development Side by Side

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:05:43 UTC

Highlights the effectiveness of team coaching as a staff development strategy, emphasizing collaborative, side-by-side learning that fosters mutual support, professional growth, and improved instructional practices.

Citation:

Neubert, G. A., & Bratton, E. C. (1987). Team Coaching: Staff Development Side by Side. Educational Leadership, 44(5), 29.

Play Well With Others

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:10:50 UTC

Shows how a community can come together—like local businesses, charities, and city groups—to support mentoring for young people. Instead of depending on money from the government, they build strong partnerships and long-term relationships to help students do better in school and in life.

Citation:

Education Northwest. (2011). Stand by me: The Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance. https://educationnorthwest.org/sites/default/files/resources/sonoma_study.pdf

Faith-Based Mentoring

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:12:06 UTC

Highlights how faith-based organizations provide meaningful mentoring by offering emotional, spiritual, and academic support to youth, often filling gaps in underserved communities through trusted relationships and community involvement.

Citation:

Fulop, M. (2003). The mosaic of faith-based mentoring (Issue 12). Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory. https://educationnorthwest.org/sites/default/files/resources/faith%20bulletin.pdf

Getting Principal Mentoring Right: Lessons from the Field

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:14:33 UTC

This report analyzes strengths and common shortcomings of principal mentoring programs and offers guidelines for improvement.
Citation:
The Wallace Foundation. (2007). Getting principal mentoring right: Lessons from the field. Retrieved from https://wallacefoundation.org/report/getting-principal-mentoring-right-lessons-field-lessons-field

Mentoring 101

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:19:27 UTC

Simple, direct guide to starting effective mentorships.

Citation:

Maxwell, J. C. (2008). Mentoring 101. Thomas Nelson.

The 12 pivotal qualities of the best mentors

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:21:42 UTC

Explains that great mentors are active listeners, empathetic, adaptable, trustworthy, and committed to personal and professional growth—for both themselves and their mentees.

Citation:

Carruthers, R. (2023, January 20). The 12 pivotal qualities of the best mentors. Together Platform. https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/qualities-of-a-good-mentor

Getting to the YES

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:25:20 UTC

Classic principled negotiation guide.

Citation

Fisher, R., Ury, W., & Patton, B. (2011). Getting to yes: Negotiating agreement without giving in. Penguin.

Trying to get the Job

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:26:47 UTC

Practical negotiation strategies.

Citation:

Malhotra, D. (2014, April 1). 15 rules for negotiating a job offer. Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2014/04/15-rules-for-negotiating-a-job-offer

Teaching Critical Leadership Skills

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:27:59 UTC

Harvard's Program on Negotiation discusses the importance of negotiation skills for leaders and provides strategies for effective negotiation.
Citation:
Program on Negotiation. (2024, December 15). Teaching critical leadership skills. Retrieved from https://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/teaching-negotiation-daily/teaching-critical-leadership-skills/

Negotiating Education, a Daily Leadership Task

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:28:46 UTC

This article highlights the role of negotiation in educational leadership, emphasizing collaboration and communication with teams.

Citation:
Green, R. (2024, December 15). Negotiating education, a daily leadership task. Retrieved from https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/negotiating-education-daily-leadership-task-ryan-green-mxtdc

Negotiation Tips for Leaders

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:30:00 UTC

Vanderbilt Business School outlines five different styles of negotiation and emphasizes the importance of fairness and equity.
Citation:
Vanderbilt Business School. (2023, February 15). Negotiation tips for leaders. Retrieved from https://business.vanderbilt.edu/news/2023/02/15/negotiation-tips-for-leaders/

How School Administrators Can Motivate Teachers

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:30:57 UTC

This article discusses strategies for administrators to motivate teachers by valuing their contributions and involving them in decision-making.
Citation:
Northwest Missouri State University. (2024, August 15). How school administrators can motivate teachers. Retrieved from https://online.nwmissouri.edu/programs/education/msed/leadership/how-to-motivate-teachers/

Motivating Teachers

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:32:03 UTC

The NASSP provides insights into motivating teachers through effective leadership practices and positive reinforcement.
Citation:
National Association of Secondary School Principals. (2024, May). Motivating teachers. Retrieved from https://www.nassp.org/publication/principal-leadership/volume-24-2023-2024/principal-leadership-may-2024/motivating-teachers/

Every kid needs a champion

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:34:51 UTC

Rita Pierson’s TED Talk emphasizes that every child needs a caring, encouraging adult who believes in them to foster their confidence and success.

Citation:

Pierson, R. (2013, May). Every kid needs a champion [Video]. TED Conferences. https://www.ted.com/talks/rita_pierson_every_kid_needs_a_champion

The Puzzle of Motivation

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:37:18 UTC

Powerful and engaging explanation of intrinsic motivation

Citation:

Pink, D. H. (2009, July). The puzzle of motivation [Video]. TED Conferences. https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_pink_the_puzzle_of_motivation

Strategies For Motivating Teachers

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:39:52 UTC

The article outlines 11 effective strategies to motivate teachers, including recognizing their efforts, fostering professional growth, creating a positive work environment, and encouraging collaboration.

Citation:

Education Advanced. (2022, April 19). Strategies for motivating teachers: Top 11 strategies to implement. https://www.educationadvanced.com/blog/strategies-for-motivating-teachers-top-11-strategies-to-implement

One Minute Manager Meets the Monkey

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:41:06 UTC

Simple framework for effective delegation.

Citation:

Blanchard, K., Oncken, W., & Burrows, H. (1989). The one minute manager meets the monkey. William Morrow.

Eisenhower Matrix

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:43:53 UTC

Helps prioritize and assign tasks.

Citation:

Eisenhower. (n.d.). Introducing the Eisenhower Matrix. https://www.eisenhower.me/eisenhower-matrix/

Mastering Delegation: Overcoming Micromanagement and Developing Others

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:48:04 UTC

The video explains how to effectively delegate tasks by overcoming micromanagement tendencies and empowering others to develop their skills.

Citation:

Stevens, M. [Vsauce]. (2017, August 14). The napkin ring problem [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J51ncHP_BrY

Delegation - An Essential Trait For Leadership

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:49:54 UTC

It emphasizes the critical role of delegation in leadership, illustrating how entrusting tasks to others not only enhances team performance but also fosters individual growth and strengthens overall leadership effectiveness.

Citation:

Nethra. (2018, February 27). Delegation – An essential trait for leadership [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFzSNCDO_4w

How to Delegate Effectively

janeebuchholz — 2025-05-21 05:51:40 UTC

The article provides nine practical tips for managers to delegate tasks effectively, improving team productivity and leadership efficiency.

Citation:

Landry, L. (2020, January 14). How to delegate effectively: 9 tips for managers. Harvard Business School Online. https://online.hbs.edu/blog/post/how-to-delegate-effectively