Thank you for your interest in coaching support from VCU-RRTC-ACE!
This targeted short-term coaching is FREE to Virginia public school classrooms and aims to equip educators with the tools and evidence-based practices necessary to effectively address the unique needs of autistic students. Please review the flyer and Coaching FAQs for more information on what classroom coaching entails.
Now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year!
“The most significant change is that I feel more confident in my teaching abilities and therefore am able to provide better instruction to my students.”
“My students rotate in groups, they understand class structure. I am getting good reviews from the county.”
“This is such a great service for educators and I hope more teachers are able to receive this support in their classroom.”
Coaching Term Dates
Term
Schedule & Deadlines
Term 1
August 10 – October 23, 2026
Requests must be submitted by: July 31, 2026
Term 2
November 2, 2026 – January 29, 2027
Requests must be submitted by: October 23, 2026
Term 3
February 8 – April 30, 2027
Requests must be submitted by: January 29, 2027
*Classroom Coaching is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
*Waitlist requests will be contacted as openings become available within each coaching term.
