#27: So You’re A New Leader In Your School… [Podcast]

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Taking on a new leadership role is an admirable venture. Many teachers aspire to a leadership responsibility and look forward to a season of new beginnings.

Learning to juggle your new leadership role can be exciting and rewarding, and can sometimes be challenging and overwhelming.

Here are 8 strategies to help you be a great leader in your school.

1. Clarify what’s expected of you
2. Get to know your team
3. Encourage team members’ strengths
4. Be a good follower
5. Confront when appropriate
6. Say sorry
7. Encourage ongoing professional development
8. Have an open door policy

Episode Resources

• Post: 10 Helpful Reminders To Avoid Overwhelm
• Podcast: How To Learn Something New Every Day
• Post: How To Have A Difficult Conversation: 10 Practical Strategies
• Podcast: How To Have A Difficult Conversation: 10 Practical Strategies
• Resource: Online Professional Development
• Resource: Classroom Management Super Pack

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