Coaching for Teachers and Classrooms
Teaching young children takes heart, skill, and a whole lot of patience. But even the most dedicated early childhood educators can feel overwhelmed by the volume of work, rigid academic expectations, or the pressure to do more with less. That’s where early childhood coaching with Play to Learn Pre-K comes in.
Ashley Brooks offers personalized coaching for preschool and Pre-K teachers that helps bring more clarity, confidence, and connection into the classroom. Play to Learn Pre-K coaching sessions are different for each teacher, meeting each individual where they are in their play-based journey. Sometimes implementing more purposeful play looks like working on the physical space, the schedule, teacher/student interactions or the teacher's perceptions of play.
Coaching sessions are collaborative and judgment-free, focused on what each teacher and classroom truly needs. Coaching is a collaborative process where we learn a bit about your classroom and offer feedback, strategies, resources and anything else you feel will help improve your practice.
Ashley works alongside teachers to:
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Notice and support the play happening in the classroom
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Promote responsive language to deepen interactions and natural curiosities
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Integrate purposeful play into everyday instruction
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Rethink classroom layout and physical space to support play
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Build confidence in communicating with families about the value of play
Every coaching partnership begins with observation and a conversation. From there, Ashley offers feedback, strategies, and hands-on support that is both realistic and grounded in research. Coaching is not about fixing—it’s about helping good teachers grow in ways that feel manageable and meaningful.
Even experienced educators benefit from having a trusted partner to reflect with, brainstorm new approaches, and navigate the unique challenges of early childhood education. Coaching through Play to Learn Pre-K helps teachers feel supported, respected, and empowered to do their best work.