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VSTE Certified Coach Program
Discover a community where coaches of all backgrounds come together to enhance their skills and foster transformative educational practices. The VCC program is committed to developing leaders in coaching, offering a comprehensive pathway to certification that enriches both personal and professional growth. Join us and be part of a movement that is shaping the future of education across the Commonwealth.
Program OverviewBy completing the VSTE Coach Certification, coaches will refine their coaching skillset and understanding of their role to positively impact student learning in their schools and districts. Coaches will participate in a cycle of live or recorded webinars and virtual cohort meet-ups to engage in collaborative and reflective learning over the course of five months. The VSTE Coach Certification will culminate with a coaching portfolio in which the coach demonstrates evidence of exercising each ISTE coaching standard in their coaching program throughout the cohort’s duration. We are thrilled to announce expanded access to the VSTE Certified Coach Program! In addition to our traditional pathways, for the Fall of 2026 we will offer a specialized, after-hours cohort designed specifically for educators in non-coaching roles. Participants in this cohort will experience a differentiated portfolio and learning experiences to prepare for future coaching roles or to better support supervised coaches, while maintaining the identical rigor and foundational content of the traditional pathway. The content included in the VSTE Coach Certification is derived from Forward Edge’s Coaches Camp. Coaches Camp, along with a broader mentorship program, has undergone a rigorous evaluation process by ISTE and has earned the ISTE Seal of Alignment for Coaching Standards. View the full report. All coaches who complete the VCC program will:
Frequently Asked QuestionsClick the question below to expand the answer. The training is applicable to all coaches. Although participants will learn strategies for integrating technology and using specific tools to support their roles, that is not the primary focus. In addition to ITRTs and ITCs, the VSTE Certified Coach alumni group includes instructional coaches, math coaches/specialists, literacy coaches/specialists, classroom teachers, and administrators.How are the meeting structures organized? There is a set day and time for the synchronous Learning Experiences. Forward Edge does their best to incorporate cohort members' schedules and may ask for participants' input as to when the meetings occur. If a participant misses any of the Learning Experiences, they always have the option to watch the recording. The four Meet-Ups must be attended live (virtually), but they are shorter and participants may miss one without consequences. Participants are welcome to participate even if their job status changes. In the event that this happens, please reach out to vcc@vste.org with your updated contact information so that you will not miss any communications. We ask for a supervisor's signature for two main reasons: 1. To make sure your supervisor is in agreement with you participating in the training during some contract hours; and 2. To ensure payment. If you find yourself in this situation, we recommend considering the following questions: Do you think that your new supervisor will allow you to participate in the program? Will there be funding to cover the enrollment fee? If you are unsure or not able to confirm with your new supervisor, we recommend deferring your registration. If you feel confident and can secure alternate funding if needed, you are welcome to register and use your current supervisor's signature. Please reach out to us at vcc@vste.org! Representatives from VSTE and Forward Edge are more than willing to partner with supervisors in an effort to answer questions and provide guidance on the suitability of the program for various roles. The VCC Application Details⭐️Apply NOW to become a VSTE Certified Coach ⭐️
Registration is NOW OPEN for 2026-2027 Cohorts! Use the link above to apply before the window closes on Friday, April 17th. Interested coaches will need to determine which cohort they wish to register for based on their experience and availability. There are four VCC cohort options for this VCC Application window: fall semester (for educators currently in a coaching role), fall semester (for educators in a non-coaching role), full year, and spring semester. The spring semester cohorts will run from January through May and will meet twice each month. The fall semester cohorts will run from August through December and will meet twice each month. The full year cohorts will run from August or September through May and will meet once every month. Newer coaches are recommended to register for the full year cohorts in order to allow more time between learning experience to grow their practice, but all applicants can indicate their preference within the registration form. Interested participants will need to fully understand the expectations of the VCC program and must obtain approval from a direct supervisor. For the traditional coaching cohorts, there will be meeting times that occur during regular working hours, and there is an expectation that participating coaches will commit to the meeting times and participate during those sessions. In order for candidates to be successful, supervisors will need to be supportive of a coach’s participation and made aware that there is a cost of $350.00 per participant associated with the VCC program.All applicants are notified directly of their acceptance. The first meeting of each cohort will be announced in advance. Arrangements for the payment of $350 must be made prior to the first cohort meeting. Divisions interested in hosting a division-wide cohort should contact the VSTE Certified Coaching Coordinator at VCC@vste.org. Still curious? Watch this short webinar to learn more! Already a VCC?
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