By Sharon Kebschull Barrett, January 25, 2019
What do teachers, multi-classroom leaders, and administrators think about Opportunity Culture? In Vance County, a school district north of Raleigh on the North Carolina-Virginia border, their feelings about Opportunity Culture reflect the district’s motto: Vance County Proud. Read More…
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Clarify Roles to Get Team Buy-In
Set Clear Expectations for Support to Reach Goals
Principal Jeremy Baugh discusses the need to set a vision immediately, backed up with support to reach ambitious goals.
Protect Multi-Classroom Leaders’ Time to Lead
Principals must set the clear expectation that multi-classroom leaders (MCLs) will not get weighed down with extra duties, Principal Kelly Gwaltney says.
Personalize Approach to Teachers’ Challenges
Principal Michelle McVicker customizes the support she gives to multi-classroom leaders (MCLs), as they should customize for their teams.
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.