Annelies Eisinga

Annelies Eisinga is currently serving as a Coach at Stedelijk Gymnasium Nijmegen, where she leverages her extensive expertise in relationele coaching, positieve psychologie, and Transactional Analysis (TA) to foster professional growth and personal development among educators and students alike. In her role, Annelies focuses on developing resilient, reflective, and empathetic teaching professionals through a tailored approach that emphasizes 'leren van elkaar'—learning from each other. Her coaching practice is characterized by an evidence-based methodology, utilizing proven interventions that promote sustainable change, enhanced team dynamics, and improved student engagement.

At Stedelijk Gymnasium Nijmegen, Annelies is actively involved in key projects aimed at professionalisering en talentontwikkeling, where she supports teachers in their ongoing professional development and helps cultivate a positive, collaborative school culture. Her expertise extends to teamcoaching and intervisie, facilitating reflective dialogues that strengthen collegiality and shared best practices. Annelies also plays a vital role as a begeleider voor leraren in opleiding en starters in het onderwijs, guiding new teachers through the complexities of educational practice with empathy and insight.

Her background in relationele coaching and positive psychology complements her skills in therapeutic listening, teacher training, and executive coaching, making her a versatile and impactful facilitator of growth within the educational sector. Collaborating with colleagues like Erica van der Heide MSc within April-Learning, Annelies continues to innovate in the field of professional development, always aiming to nurture authentic relationships and empower educators to thrive both personally and professionally.