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- How has your definition of leadership altered or been reinforced? Your definition of teacher leadership?
Through taking this class my definition and understanding of leadership has expanded my focus from self/my department to the entire school. This class has reinforced my understanding that effective leadership requires planning, development of a common school goal/vision, assessments, communication, training, support and continued revising/reassessing future directions. Anyone can be a teacher leader.
- Has your opinion of your leadership potential changed?
I feel much more empowered in becoming a teacher leader in my school after taking this class. I think prior to this class I was feeling limited by some of the negative political influences and lack of school board support for our teachers in our school. By taking this class, l feel better equipped to address past tensions from political and local distension in our school. Since this class my position has expanded from 50% to full time for next year, so that has helped reinforce the need for my leadership role in my school. I am now beginning to be more involved on projects, committees, conversations, and teacher requests.
- Do you agree with our textbook's assertion about "improving education from within"? If so, what will you do to help?
I agree with the textbook’s conclusion about the need to build “a better tomorrow by improving education from within.” It is essential to place teachers front and center in school leadership. It is imperative that administration consult, converse and collaborate with teachers as changes and school improvements are made. Teachers are on the front line with students/parents. Teachers create the educational experience and learning proficiencies in the students. Without enabling and supporting teacher leadership, you lose touch with the classroom practices, whether it be struggles or triumphs. As Library Media Specialist I feel I can help by being friendly, supportive and approachable. I continue establishing a positive rapport with my staff as well as a collegial relationship with my supervisors. My role continues to change and I see myself strengthening leadership in: resources (digital and print), collaborator/team teacher, motivator and positive voice for enabling innovative teaching/learning practices.
