The Trusted Teacher: A Reflective Guide for Impactful Relationships With Secondary Students (Build meaningful, impactful teacher-student relationships

The Trusted Teacher: A Reflective Guide for Impactful Relationships With Secondary Students (Build meaningful, impactful teacher-student relationships

Author Erica Battle adds to the conversation on social and emotional learning, providing teachers with tried-and-true practices that will enable them to form meaningful relationships with secondary students. Her IMPACT framework emphasizes key elements of a trusting classroom environment with practices that are intentional, meaningful, practical, authentic, consistent, and foster teamwork. With reflection prompts and checklists, teachers can connect with their students and build impactful relationships. This book will help secondary educators: Understand how each component of the IMPACT framework builds a positive, affirming classroom environment - Reflect on content with end-of-chapter prompts - See practices in action with stories from other teachers - Utilize checklists, organizers, and numerous strategies for implementation - Collaborate with colleagues to prioritize meaningful teacher-student relationships Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: Make Intentional Choices Chapter 2: Plan Meaningful Instruction Chapter 3: Use Practical Strategies Chapter 4: Be Authentic Chapter 5: Remain Consistent Chapter 6: Appreciate the Power of Teamwork Epilogue References and Resources Index “Erica Battle's The Trusted Teacher: A Reflective Guide for Impactful Relationships With Secondary Students is a masterful exploration of the transformative power of human connections in education. With profound insight and practical wisdom, Battle delves into the nuances of fostering meaningful relationships between educators and students, highlighting how these bonds can enhance learning, motivation, and overall well-being. Utilizing her IMPACT Framework, Battle's strategies and anecdotes are not only inspiring but also actionable, making this book an indispensable resource for secondary educators. In an era where academic performance often takes precedence, Battle reminds us that the heart of teaching lies in the connections we build with our students. It is a must-read for anyone seeking to create a positive, supportive, and effective learning community.” -- Tina H. Boogren , author and education expert “This book is a valuable and comprehensive handbook for facilitating whole-child education at the secondary level. Erica Battle crafts together contemporary research, personal experiences, and a unique, practical framework with extensive self-questioning opportunities to assist readers in understanding their influence and importance while providing strategies for strengthening educational practices and teacher-student connections. Battle's work would lend itself well to book discussion groups at school!” -- Patricia Erbe , author of Building Bonds With Learners Erica Battle , educational consultant with Life Changes in Progress Educational Consulting, has worked with thousands of educators across the United States, providing professional development and coaching support. Throughout her years in education, Erica has held various roles, such as classroom teacher, instructional specialist, teacher mentor, and director of RTI with a focus on literacy. Erica’s vast knowledge encompasses a broad range of educational topics, such as social-emotional wellness, effective literacy practices, instructional practices that yield results, data-driven instruction, and instructional leadership. Erica has had the privilege of supporting leaders, teachers, and students in urban, rural, and suburban communities throughout the United States and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In addition to her consulting work, Erica is also a published author. She wrote and published an adolescent self-discovery book titled Who Are You? A Guide to Help Adolescents Navigate Through the Social and Emotional Issues of Life . This program is used by middle schools, high schools, and organizations around the United States. Erica has recently released her reading comprehension resource, A.R.E. You Actively Reading and Engaging ™ Reading Comprehension System. This supplemental resource supports the intentional and explicit instruction in reading comprehension for grade 3 and up to college. Erica received her BS from Tennessee State University and her MAT from Trevecca Nazarene University, and completed her educational leadership coursework from Lipscomb University.