Aug 15, 2018, 3:21 PM
(from Education Week) Talk of school quality tends to focus on teachers, but school administrators also have significant influence on student success. Administrators wield influence over teacher working conditions, and when teachers work under a poor leader, morale sinks and negativity permeates the culture. When schools are populated with positive and dynamic leaders, students are the ultimate beneficiaries.
Four qualities of high-impact administrators to look for:
The Administrator Considers Teachers' Opinions: The leader weighs staff input and is willing to make adjustments if something is not working.
The Administrator Plans Ahead: Before implementing a new initiative, the leader considers what could present challenges. He consults with staff members that have relevant knowledge to consider angles he might not have considered.
The Administrator Is Empathetic: The leader understands how demanding the job of teaching can be. She is an active listener who cares about staff members at a professional as well as a personal level.
The Administrator Develops Talent: The leader values all staff members and recognizes the strengths they bring to the table. He works to build leadership capacity and expertise across the staff.
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