Teacher Coaching
This programme supports individuals in any part of Aotearoa New Zealand to develop the practical skills for teaching speech and communication.
Future Teachers
Develop practical skills for teaching speech and communication with the framework to grow a small business, and the professional skills to be successful. The Future Teacher Coaching Programme also supports already established Speech New Zealand teachers to continue to grow and develop their skills to enhance their teaching offerings.
It is an IDEAL programme if you are:
Interested in becoming a speech, drama, communication or performance teacher, but don't know quite where to start
New to teaching, and would like some support to get further established
Already an established and accomplished teacher, and wanting to upskill!
If any of the above sounds like you, please get in touch with the Speech New Zealand National Office to book in for a consultation!
What was your overall experience of the Future Teacher Coaching Programme?
Rebecca
"Really positive, really constructive, they’ve all been highly experienced teachers and business owners. All the experience and knowledge will not only help me form my business but help with the teaching I’m doing at the moment. A lot of ideas! The business plan has been very thorough and that is incredibly helpful and constructive"
What was the reason you were interested in and signed up for the Future Teacher Coaching Programme?
Janet
"I am wanting to set myself up as a teacher of speech and drama, and was finding it difficult to figure out the steps needed to get started with confidence. The programme covered the topics that I needed to build my confidence and to work through that process with personalised mentoring".
What are some of the key things you learnt through the Programme?
Niall
"It was valuable from the point of view of giving me ideas and inspiration for things to implement in my teaching practice and business e.g fee structure".
How did you enjoy the coaching style of the Programme?
Jessie
"I was very happy in the process of learning. I could learn according to my own needs, which was very efficient. The coaches were amazing - they were literally doing it for the love of it. I really loved their teaching style. Professional, organized, responsive, patient and able to clearly explain complex topics and nuances".
Do you feel better equipped to enter the teaching community after completing the Programme?
Sam
"I have gained some useful tips. I feel more confident using the website editor and developing my page, and have a few new resources and a class structure to try".
Would you recommend the Future Teacher Coaching Programme to others?
Aimee
"Yes I would! Definitely gave me some valuable skills and has prepared me well for starting my business".
Our coaches are seasoned professionals in each of their areas, and their job is to coach you on what you want to learn within that module subject.
Teaching and Learning Systems
3 hours required
This is your teacher bread and butter, the administration side of teaching that will you’re your life a lot easier once you get stuck into teaching. This module also creates a great foundation for further syllabus work. You’ll cover the following:
Building a routine, a system by which you teach each week
Long-term teaching plan, weekly planning systems
Teaching online & teaching face-to-face
Resource management
Communication planning (with students and parents)
Working with high-needs learners
Professional ethics
You may also delve into:
Developing productions and performance opportunities
Syllabus modules
2 each, A 2-hour module focusing on teaching each syllabus.
This time can be flexible to what you want to focus on. Possible inclusions are:
Exemplar lesson plans, lesson plan feedback
Troubleshooting
Incorporating Theory
Higher Education
2 hours required
This module perfect if you’re interested in aspects of the higher education levels within the Speech and Communication sector. Perhaps you’re interested in teaching Diploma students and looking for some resources to support you with that, or perhaps you have a particular interest in delving further into theorists, or another specific avenue – this module is for you!
Business Plan + Finance
5 hours required
If you decide to sign up for both the Business Plan & the Finance Module, you’ll be paired with the same coach who will cover both subjects in 5 hours.
Building a Business Plan
4 hours required
This is your business backbone, the foundation for all your developments. You’ll cover the following:
Executive Summary (overview, mission statement, values, history, business description)
Market research (including a competitive analysis)
Marketing & sales strategy introduction)
Business financials introduction (profit/loss table)
Marketing + Website
7.5 hours required
If you decide to sign up for both the Marketing & the Website Module, you’ll be paired with the same coach who will cover both subjects in 6 hours. Please note - this will not be 6 hours 1-on-1
Marketing (Basics)
2 hours required
This is the backbone of your Marketing for your business. A key element to help you advertise and grow. You’ll cover the following:
Branding (logo, colours, imagery)
Building your marketing strategy (online presence, goals for dedication to marketing)
Templated marketing resources and how to use them
Please note – the 2 hours allocated include time for the coach to create the marketing materials and templates, so this module won’t be 2 hours 1-on-1.
Marketing (Website)
6 hours required
This module is specifically for getting your business website. You’ll cover the following
Design ideas and what you want the website to include
Domain & hosting (these are an additional cost that is not included in your coaching fee. This is because hosting and domain prices fluctuate, but as a ballpark, will cost around $100 per year).
Full site build out
Training to use the website platform, so you can manage your site on your own.
Please note – the 5 hours allocated include time for the coach to build the site, so this module won’t be 5 hours 1-on-1
Useful FAQs
Information for Future Teachers
Do I need to do all of the modules?
No, certainly not. We recognise that it is likely you will arrive with some skills already, so during your consultation we will work with you to understand what you need and when you need it.
How old do I have to be?
You can start this programme at any stage of life.
Can I teach part-time?
Yes, you decide how much you want to do, and how quickly you do it. This programme is great for those looking to learn part-time or after-hours.
Will I be working with other people?
This coaching model is personalised to you and you will work with your coach 1 on 1.
Will I get any qualifications?
We will provide you with a certificate of completion at the end of each module that outlines the areas that were covered. Because this is a bespoke coaching programme there will be no National Standard Framework accreditations.
Do you guarantee me students?
No, but if you need it, we will coach you to develop a robust business plan and marketing strategy. This will support you to go to your community to find students in whichever market you are focusing (children, adults, schools or businesses). We will list your name on our ‘find a teacher’ section of our website for free and when we are contacted by a prospective student, we share the details of all the teachers on our list for that area.
What could I expect to earn?
This is a little tricky because it depends on the sector you are focusing on and how you structure your business. Your business planning coach will help you with this. Many of our teachers who are working full time earn as much as a Primary School teacher (as an indication).
Pricing
The Future Teacher Coaching Programme has been designed to assist you with the areas that you specifically want some coaching on.
All coaching is 1-on-1, fits around your schedule and availability, and you have total control of the topics you wish to learn about.
Our coaches are industry leaders with extensive professional experience in each of their fields.
Our goal is to grow the speech and communication industry by encouraging more individuals to develop and invest in their passion and become educators in the field. Together, we can 'help our nation to communciate'.
All modules are priced at $150 per hour including GST
Payment Plan Options: All coaching programmes require a 50% down-payment for coaching to commence.
a) Pay 50% upon sign-up, and pay 50% 4 weeks later, or
b) Pay 50% upon sign-up, and split the remainder evenly over the next 3 months, + a $30 administrative fee.
