Why This Book Matters
Teachers want to grow—but too often, professional development feels irrelevant, isolating, or out of their control. The Seven Levels of Teacher Growth matters because it gives educators a clear sense of purpose, a supportive path forward, and practical tools they can actually use. It’s a framework that respects teachers as professionals and helps them get better—without burning out.
This book gives school leaders and instructional coaches a way to offer growth-focused support that honors autonomy and builds real mastery. Teachers feel seen, not judged. Coaches have clarity. And everyone shares a common language and direction. Whether you’re guiding others or reflecting on your own practice, this book helps turn professional development into something that finally works—for everyone.
In This Book, You’ll Learn How To:
- Clarify your coaching role and reclaim your time—using a proven framework and teacher self-assessment tool to guide your work with confidence
- Build trust with teachers at every level—by offering support that feels safe, specific, and grounded in real classroom practice
- Provide PD that actually resonates—so teachers feel supported, not overwhelmed, and you stop wasting time on sessions that don’t stick
- Coach with impact—even when you're short on time—by knowing exactly what to focus on and how to move each teacher forward
- Support special education and specialty area teachers with the same clarity and confidence you bring to core classrooms—so every teacher gets what they need to grow
Launching in 2025
The Seven Levels of Teacher Growth is currently in the final stages of development and is scheduled for release in 2025.