Hi! My name is Geri Capreri Wilkocz. I’m a Literacy Specialist (an instructional coach) at suburban middle school located in Montgomery County Pennsylvania. This is my second year of coaching, and I love what I do! Prior to becoming a Literacy Specialist I was an elementary teacher. It was both exciting and nerve wracking to make the transition from classroom teacher to instructional coach because I love working closely with students. I’m so glad I decided to make this transition as I have the best of both worlds. I get to roll my sleeves up and work with students as needed, and I also get to work closely with some of the best teachers I have ever met. Life is good!!
As you get to know me, I am sure you will discover that we share many commonalities. I am a hard working educator who wants to develop successful and confident teachers and kids! Every day my goal is to make a difference in the lives of those around me.
Being an instructional coach has its rewards, but can also leave you feeling uncertain as to if you are truly making a difference. My experience has been that our daily work doesn’t always have immediate visible results. I believe that coaches need other coaches to collaborate with and share ideas. The aim of my blog is to share my day to day real life work as a coach and teacher leader. I am hoping that as I share we can learn from each other. While I don’t have all the answers, I do have many experiences and thoughts that can keep you inspired and motivated in your own work. I want you to be success and confident in the important work you do with teachers and children!
Geri Capreri Wilkocz 