Principal Michelle McVicker customizes the support she gives to multi-classroom leaders (MCLs), as they should customize for their teams.
Beverley Tyndall
Collaborate on the Process
Principal Jigna Patel says simple steps, such as allowing the leadership team to set meeting agendas, helps ensure that all student needs are met.
Collaborate with Leadership Team
Value the knowledge of those on the instructional leadership team in making decisions, Principal Jigna Patel says.
Provide Immediate Feedback to Instructional Leadership Team
Principal Toni Perry coaches her leadership team by sitting in on meetings and coaching conversations to offer immediate feedback.
Show, Don’t Tell, Leadership Strategies
For deeper understanding, Principal Toni Perry models the instructional leadership practices she expects multi-classroom leaders to use with their teams.
Create a Transparent Hiring Process for Teacher Buy-In
Principal Sarah Reeves explains her extensive hiring process that helps ensure a cohesive, committed staff from the start.
Ensure Time to Plan Together
Principal Sarah Reeves stresses the need for ample co-planning time to improve lesson quality.
Create Common Structure for Feedback
Principal Rria Cruz-Soto explains the need for a common template to ensure equitable feedback.
Set Consistent Meeting Protocols
For teacher buy-in on schoolwide initiatives and processes, use consistent protocols for all types of meetings, Principal Rria Cruz-Soto says.
Focus on Leadership Skills for Instructional Leadership Team
Principal Christian Sawyer focuses on reaching more students by developing strong teaching team leaders.