Principal Leadership Attributes
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Qualities Of Effective Principals
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Author : James H. Stronge
language : en
Publisher: ASCD
Release Date : 2021-04-28
Qualities Of Effective Principals written by James H. Stronge and has been published by ASCD this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-04-28 with Education categories.
This book shows principals how to successfully balance the needs and priorities of their schools while continuously developing and refining their leadership skills.
5 Essential Skills For Successful School Leaders
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Author : Nancy Langely
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2014-05-22
5 Essential Skills For Successful School Leaders written by Nancy Langely and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-05-22 with Education categories.
In today's changing environment, leaders need a concrete guideline to help meet new challenges and update standards and assessments. New educational regulations and laws pertain to accountability issues, testing methods, assessment, teacher certification requirements, and safety in schools, and they also serve to update preexisting methods in leadership skills. This book will help leaders develop skills to successfully adopt new techniques that are vital when dealing with national and state requirements and enacting new laws that pertain to education. 5 Essential Skills for Successful School Leaders provides a detailed and comprehensive look at theories of leadership styles and behaviors, and it presents the reader with five characteristics that enable a rising or veteran leader to become proficient and effective in his or her role. Using real life stories and examples, the authors illustrate how to bring about change and be a successful leader utilizing these five traits: insight, interpersonal skills, self-growth, flexibility, and keeping in touch with the community. This book is a useful tool for all administrators and professors of educational leadership.
School Leadership
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Author : Stuart Carl Smith
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1989
School Leadership written by Stuart Carl Smith and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1989 with Education categories.
Recognizing the importance of good leadership to the achievement of educational excellence, the second edition of this handbook synthesizes a large body of school leadership literature and explores the subject from three perspectives: the person, the structure, and the skills. Part I examines characteristics of today's educational leaders; effective leadership styles and qualities; administrator training, hiring, and induction methods; and the scarcity of female and black school leaders. Part II looks at the organizational supports underlying school leadership. This section examines the balance of authority between the central office and the school site, the team approach to management, the decision-making context, and the components of school climate. Part III highlights leadership abilities needed by today's school administrators. Besides knowing how to manage the school's instructional program and staff, administrators must be able to communicate in today's more open, sharing organization; build coalitions of community groups; make meetings more productive; and manage time, stress, and conflict more effectively. Concerned about integrating theory with practice, the book offers many practical suggestions for using the information presented. Accompanying each chapter are extensive bibliographical references that appear at the end of the volume. (MLH)
Principal Leadership Attributes
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Author : Linda A. Rudnick
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2012
Principal Leadership Attributes written by Linda A. Rudnick and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012 with English language categories.
Since the passage of the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) in 2001, the most recent version of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (1965), the role of the school principal has been expanded to include significant responsibilities for the instructional leadership of schools, ensuring that all children achieve to meet high standards, and that the needs of children with special learning challenges are met. At the core of the No Child Left Behind Act (2001) are a number of measures designed to drive broad gains in student achievement and to hold states and schools more accountable for student progress. Principals are expected to respond to accountability measures imposed by external constituents by acting as agents of change. Since the passage of the Act, standardized tests and assessment-based reforms have been widely implemented in the public school system in the United States. The intent of these reforms is to academically challenge all students to meet high standards, including English Language Learners (ELLs), and to ensure that attention and resources are given to these students to help them achieve their full potential. NCLB requires school districts to annually report the standardized test scores of student subgroups, including the ELLs. They are required by the law to meet targets set by their states for "adequate yearly progress," or AYP, or face sanctions. NCLB regulations stipulate that ELLs must be tested in mathematics beginning with the first round of state exams after the students enter a United States school, and in reading after they have been in a U.S. school for at least one year. This poses a tremendous challenge for teachers and for school principals, whose schools are publicly identified in the accountability system in New York State as meeting or failing to meet the target based on student achievement on these assessments. This quantitative study identified the attributes (beliefs and practices) of principals in New York State schools outside of New York City that contribute to ELLs' success as measured by their performance on state tests. The following areas were examined: visionary leadership, cultural and instructional leadership, school management and parent and community relations. Statistically significant results were found in ten areas of principal leadership in three of the five are as that were examined. In the area of cultural leadership, practicing shared leadership, creating a school climate that values diversity, professionally developing both ELL teachers and other staff working with ELLs on best practices, creating a climate of accountability for ELLs, and establishing and monitoring goals for ELL success emerged from the data as statistically significant. In the area of instructional leadership, collecting data on the ELLs early and visiting classrooms regularly to provide teachers substantial feedback on their instructional practices also emerged as statistically significant. Lastly, in the area of school management, taking a key role in the improvement of teaching and learning for ELLs, recruiting and retaining qualified and invested teaching staff, and acquiring resources to support ELL teaching were areas of principal leadership that surfaced as significant findings. The survey results gleaned from respondents provide direction to the field in ELL education and identify the specific areas of focus for school leaders in the development of a quality program that will yield desired results for this growing population of students in our schools.
8 Qualities Of Successful School Leaders
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Author : Jeremy Sutcliffe
language : en
Publisher: A&C Black
Release Date : 2013-09-29
8 Qualities Of Successful School Leaders written by Jeremy Sutcliffe and has been published by A&C Black this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-09-29 with Education categories.
“Imagine you were cast adrift on a desert island with a school full of children in desperate need of a great headteacher. What eight qualities would you take with you to run your desert island school?” In this inspirational book, some of the UK's most successful headteachers answer this question, talking openly about what it takes to effectively manage a school today. In candid and moving accounts we hear how they have both turned around failing schools and improved outstanding schools. Their thoughts, from vision, to courage and resilience, form the 8 key qualities which are examined in depth through the book. This is not a book about government-led initiatives, top-down models or politically-motivated attempts to change the way schools are managed. Instead, it focuses on the vital leadership ingredients that successful heads say work for them. It offers essential insights and advice into the challenges of running a school successfully and will be a source of inspiration for all school leaders and anyone thinking about moving into headship.
Quality Human Resources Leadership
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Author : David L. Weller, Jr.
language : en
Publisher: R&L Education
Release Date : 2000-03-22
Quality Human Resources Leadership written by David L. Weller, Jr. and has been published by R&L Education this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-03-22 with Education categories.
Marrying theory and practice, this volume will help principals to maximize human potential, promote quality educational outcome, and practice effective leadership skills. This practical, research-based book provides case studies and addresses the more recent responsibilities and demands placed on principals in site-based managed schools. Placing many of the traditional practices of personnel administration into a new conceptual framework, this book is a must-read for principals at all levels.
The Impact Of Principals Leadership Qualities On Teachers Trust And Job Satisfaction In Secondary Schools
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Author : Daniel Sahd
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2013
The Impact Of Principals Leadership Qualities On Teachers Trust And Job Satisfaction In Secondary Schools written by Daniel Sahd and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013 with Educational leadership categories.
The study examined the impact of principals' leadership traits and behaviors on the development of trust in relationships with teachers. Teacher job satisfaction was also studied as a secondary effect of principal leadership and interactions with teachers. Five secondary public school principals volunteered to participate in this study in order to compare their own perceptions about school leadership to those of their teachers. Seventy-nine teachers from the participant schools also volunteered to be part of the study to provide their perceptions of principals' leadership qualities and an assessment of trust and job satisfaction in their schools. A framework for qualitative research included instruments such as Likert-scale survey items, open-ended survey questions, and interviews. Comparative analysis of the data from each school and population was conducted to identify themes in the data and to infer the connections between the perceptions of principals and teachers. Based on collective data among all participants and comparisons among school, primary factors of teacher trust and job satisfaction included characteristics such as management and leadership behaviors, communication qualities, and values and personal ethics apparent in the approach to leadership by the principals. The findings of this study may prove helpful for school principals in efforts to foster trust with the faculty and increase satisfaction for teachers in their jobs. Principals and teachers tended to agree on the most important leadership traits for trust development as well as the ways that principals can positively influence teacher job satisfaction. Effective principals regularly evaluate teacher trust and job satisfaction within their schools and make considerations for possible improvements.
Management Skills In Schools
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Author : Jeff Jones
language : en
Publisher: SAGE
Release Date : 2004-11-09
Management Skills In Schools written by Jeff Jones and has been published by SAGE this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-11-09 with Education categories.
`This is a useful book and well written reflecting the author′s considerable experience in the field′ - National School Improvement Network News `Management Skills in Schools is a terrific digest of many important issues, built around a clear structure that helps the reader absorb information quickly. For the sheers scale of the references to educational gurus, it′s worth the cover price: here is everything you need to quote′ - Geoff Barton, Friday Magazine, Times Educational Supplement `This book provides an invaluable resource for everyone who is concerned with leadership and management in schools. As well as dealing with key issues and concepts it gives practical advice on strategies and techniques which can be deployed. It will enhance and complement existing skills as well as importing new ideas which will provide professional stimulus for the reader′ - Sir Geoff Hampton, Dean of Education, Director of the Midlands Leadership Centre, University of Wolverhampton `For the discerning leader wanting to develop their personal management skills this is a "must have" resource. Whether working through Personal Management Skills independently or used as a professional development tool with a group of middle managers in a school this book will make a difference to how leaders work in schools′ - Coleen R Jackson, Director, Roehampton Education Leadership Centre University of Surrey Roehampton `This is a timely collection of resources for those in middle management positions in schools. It brings together ideas on self management in addition to a comprehensive collection of materials on leading teams of staff. Particularly noteworthy are the sections on strategic decision making, action research in school improvement, and dealing effectively with conflict′ - Brian Fidler, Professor of Education Management, The University of Reading Team leadership is vital element of school success, whether at the level of department, the curriculum area, the key stage, the phase, or in relation to pastoral and leadership teams. The Team leader must be skillful in creating cultures of success, and personal management skills are at the heart of getting the best from team members. In this book Jeff Jones shows how managers in education can contribute to school improvement, and focuses on the essential personal and practical management skills needed to instill a positive team culture, and support colleagues effectively. This book is an essential resource for those who lead and manage teams, at all levels within schools. Dr Jeff Jones has been a senior consultant and head of training and consultancy unit at the Centre for British Teachers CfBT in Reading since 1998, and is the well known author of such books as Monitoring and Evaluation for School Improvement, (2000), and Performance Management for School Improvement (2001)
Deliberate And Courageous Principal
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Author : Rhonda J. Roos
language : en
Publisher: Solution Tree Press
Release Date : 2021-10-15
Deliberate And Courageous Principal written by Rhonda J. Roos and has been published by Solution Tree Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-10-15 with Education categories.
Fully step into your power as a school principal. By delving deep into five essential leadership actions and five essential leadership skills, you will learn how to grow in your role and accomplish incredible outcomes for your students and staff. Author Rhonda J. Roos provides clear direction for establishing a vision, reframing conflict, leaning into the positive, and much more. Study the five essential actions and five essential skills all leaders must adopt to develop successful, high-achieving schools. Discover how to create a collective vision and learn next steps to move progress forward. Observe strategies to maintain a positive outlook as you hone your leadership skills. Review the most effective ways to manage time, organize meetings, and address other common concerns shared by principals at every level. Receive reflection questions, next steps, and reproducible templates to deepen understanding of effective leadership. Contents: Introduction Part 1: Essential Leadership Actions Chapter 1: Establish a Vision Focused on Learning Chapter 2: Clarify the Essential Work Chapter 3: Create Teams to Move the Work Forward Chapter 4: Take Action (Instead of Being Busy) Chapter 5: Lead Effective Meetings Part 2: Essential Leadership Skills Chapter 6: Build Relationships Chapter 7: Reframe Conflict Chapter 8: Hold People Accountable Chapter 9: Lean Into the Positive Chapter 10: Turn Inward Closing References and Resources Index
Leading Good Schools To Greatness
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Author : Susan P. Gray
language : en
Publisher: Corwin Press
Release Date : 2010-09-20
Leading Good Schools To Greatness written by Susan P. Gray and has been published by Corwin Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-09-20 with Education categories.
"This book is right on target with its thought-provoking ideas and concepts on the characteristics of successful educational leaders." —Thomas F. Leahy, Consultant, Executive Search Department, Illinois Association of School Boards "Our best teachers obtain great results by building positive relationships with their students. Gray and Streshly show how our best principals do the same thing and how these behaviors can be learned and practiced." —Kevin Singer, Superintendent, Topeka Public Schools, KS Build your capacity to lead your school to greatness! Great leaders are made, not born. Written by the authors of From Good Schools to Great Schools, this sequel shows how great school leaders can be developed and how leaders can acquire the powerful personal leadership characteristics that the best administrators use to lead their schools to greatness. Based on sound strategies and the work of Jim Collins, Susan Penny Gray and William A. Streshly tackle how to build relationships, communicate effectively, exercise your personal will with humility, face brutal facts, get faculty on board, and build a school culture of self-discipline. Chapters include: Case studies that provide an ongoing context for professional learning Self-assessments that reveal your inherent leadership dispositions Interviews and tips from exceptional principals in the field Strategies for developing specific leadership qualities Application exercises that reinforce how to put the strategies into action Reflection activities that encourage professional growth Appropriate for both individual and group professional development, Leading Good Schools to Greatness reveals how leadership skills can be learned and used to take your school to the next level.