Put me in, coach!

I feel like the conversation began during my first interview with ASB . . . and now, almost three years later, it has come to fruition. Beginning next year, I will be the half-time K-5 Instructional Coach at ASB! I can´t even express how excited I am to be back in this type of role. Working with students and teachers in all grade levels, planning and facilitating professional development, and helping in the implementation of new language arts standards, curriculum, and resources - it´s kind of a dream job for me!

With it being a brand new position, I know there will be lots of challenges and stress that come with it. However, it´s a challenge I feel ready for. Working as a half-time tech integrator this year has given me a lot of insight into ASB that has definitely prepared me for next year. And although it´s super-nerdy to say, I just can't wait to dig into literacy instruction and coaching techniques again. :)

I´m not sure what I'll be teaching during the other half of my time, but there are a number of possibilities. (Without a doubt, I'm nowhere near ready to be out of the classroom.) There´s still a lot left to be decided. One thing I know for sure is that I will be in Barcelona for at least the next two years because this position required signing a two-year contract. I had no plans on leaving, but it's actually really nice to be able to know for certain where I'll be for the next few years. (Tessa has also decided to stay, so we've just started the search for a new apartment - yea!)

Needless to say, I'm pretty excited to see what the next few years hold for me in Barcelona!