Happy Teachers, Stronger Students!

Reciprocal Coaching is a practical, teacher-driven approach to instructional improvement.
Developed by the ConnectED Math team, the Reciprocal Coaching Program supports effective implementation of high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) by empowering teachers to set meaningful goals for their own practice—aligned to both curriculum design and district priorities.

At its core, Reciprocal Coaching puts teachers in the driver’s seat.
 Rather than prescribing strategies or pacing, the program supports teachers to identify what they want to improve, select relevant instructional moves, and test changes in their own classrooms. This individualized approach ensures professional learning is responsive, relevant, and immediately applicable.

The result is professional learning that sticks.
 By grounding teacher reflection in student experience, classroom evidence, and peer feedback, Reciprocal Coaching helps educators internalize HQIM-aligned practices in ways that last long after workshops end.


Design Features

  • Teacher-owned goals aligned to HQIM and local priorities
  • Peer accountability through structured coaching partnerships
  • Classroom-based evidence from observations, video, and student feedback
  • Simple documentation tools that honor progress and support shared learning
  • Flexible implementation that adapts to district and curriculum contexts

Proof Point Messaging (Teacher Voice)

“It’s like weekly PD—and it holds me accountable. I’m not putting it off anymore. I’m actually doing the things.”
 — Melisha, High School Math Teacher

“It’s like weekly PD—and it holds me accountable. I’m not putting it off anymore. I’m actually doing the “We did our first observation yesterday and it was amazing to be able to just enter into each others spaces and watch how each other teach. We’ve taught together for 5 years and this is the first time I’ve been able to see her teach so I just wanted to thank you for allowing us this opportunity.”
 — Kris, Middle School Math Teacher

“Collaborating with someone who’s in the trenches makes all the difference. I wish I had this from my first year of teaching.”
 — Louise, High School Math Teacher

94% of Teachers engaged in ConnectED’s Reciprocal Coaching demonstrate growth in at least one area:  planning, building positive classroom community, fostering belonging, promoting student agency, and valuing student thinking.