Effective co-teaching doesn’t happen by accident, it happens through shared tools, clear expectations, and strong instructional leadership. This three-part virtual series equips principals, district leaders, directors, coordinators, and instructional coaches with a co-teaching leadership toolkit they can use to support teams, strengthen instructional practices, and ensure students with IEPs experience meaningful access to grade-level learning.

Across the series, leaders will deepen their knowledge of the co-teaching models, learn how to promote high-quality SDI within inclusive settings, and develop practical solutions to the real-world challenges that often derail co-teaching partnerships. Each session includes leader-specific tools, look-fors, templates, and coaching moves to support consistent implementation across classrooms and schools.

Session 1: Building Co-Teaching Foundations Through the 5 Core Models:  Understand the five co-teaching models and use them intentionally to create consistent, high-quality instructional practices across classrooms.

Leaders walk away with ready-to-use tools such as:

• Model Selection Guide
• Classroom Look-For Checklist
• Planning Conversation Prompts

Session 2: Strengthening Inclusive Instruction by Integrating SDI into Co-Taught Lessons:  Ensure SDI is visible, intentional, and aligned to student IEP goals within co-taught instruction.

Leaders walk away with ready-to-use tools such as:

• SDI-in-Co-Teaching Look-Fors Tool
• SDI Planning Template for Teams
• Coaching Questions for Strengthening Role Clarity

Session 3: Solving Real-World Co-Teaching Challenges Through Tools & Coaching Moves:  Gain practical strategies and actionable tools to address the most common challenges that hinder co-teaching success.

Leaders walk away with ready-to-use tools such as:

• Troubleshooting Guide for Common Co-Teaching Barriers
• Coaching Moves for Strengthening Collaboration
• Planning & Scheduling Tools that reduce friction and increase clarity