Building Effective Mentoring and Coaching Practices in Schools

• This workshop explores research and proven strategies for developing impactful mentoring and coaching practices across primary, intermediate, and secondary school settings. Designed for leaders supporting the professional growth of others, it also offers valuable insights for those committed to developing their own leadership capability.

  Drawing on findings from the Effective Mentoring Practices for Secondary Teachers in Aotearoa NZ micro-credential (Te Herenga Waka, Victoria University of Wellington), this session will provide practical tools to:

  • Share key research and current practices on building effective mentoring and coaching strategies that foster professional growth

  • Develop strategies for a sustainable, school-wide approach to coaching and mentoring

  • Lead and navigate challenging conversations

  • Explore and challenge assumptions and perspectives

  • Use effective questioning techniques to promote reflection and growth

  • Build greater self-awareness as a leader and mentor

  • Understand key adult development stages to better support others

This workshop is particularly relevant for those responsible for supporting the professional development of colleagues, including PCT mentors, SCT,  Syndicate Leaders, HOD/HOL’s, Emerging Leaders, and Senior Leaders.

Facilitator: Pip Woodward

Cost: $80.00

Pip is a Deputy Principal at Ōtūmoetai College in Tauranga. She has previously worked on a national Ministry of Education project supporting whole-school approaches to student wellbeing. Pip also facilitates the micro-credential course Effective Mentoring Practices for Secondary Teachers in Aotearoa NZ, delivered by Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. She holds qualifications in leadership coaching and has a background in complexity and adult development theories, supported by a Master’s thesis in these areas. Pip is committed to fostering inclusive, supportive school environments that promote wellbeing and growth for both students and staff.