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1 Leadership Style and Philosophy Chesia Branyon College of Education, Grand Canyon University EAD 501: Educational Administration: Foundations for the emerging leader Dr. Thomas Christner 08/24/2022
Leadership Style and Philosophy Introduction Educational leaders have many roles to play in their schools. Some of these roles include decision making, behavior issues, parent complaints, and much more. In this essay, I will be discussing the style of a great leader and their philosophies. Explanation of Personal Values and Beliefs I have always been the person that would say whatever came to mind without at first thinking it through. Throughout the years doing this caused me a lot of problems. I got tired of using the same approach that was not getting me anywhere in life but instead hindered me from many things. One night I lay in my bed and cried out to God for his help. He responded by saying I am here for you, just ask and I will give you the desires of your heart.” That night I asked God to help me be able to tame my tongue and not just lash out. He sent me to Proverbs 15:1 and Proverbs 23:21. What I got from each of these verses was for me to slow down and think before I reacted. Now, before any situation that arises I stop and ask God for guidance. I do not make a move until I have clarification from God In my opinion, a great leader should always pray and seek God for guidance before making any decision that may affect others. When leading a school before making any rational decision you have to think about everyone that will be involved. My philosophy is when God is in it nothing can go wrong. Leadership Style Aligned Our textbook talks about three different types of leaders t ransactional, transformational, and servant leaders A transformational leadership style creates a vision and inspires subordinates to strive beyond required expectations, whereas transactional leadership focuses more on extrinsic motivation for the performance of job tasks (Aarons, Transformational and 2
transactional leadership: Association with attitudes toward evidence-based practice 2006). A Servant leader emphasizes mainly on the development and welfare of individuals and the communities that they serve. The leadership style that I think aligns with my values and beliefs will fall under servant leadership. I want to see my staff and the scholars that attend my school grow. I will continuously ask God to show me ways to lead my team so that will continue to grow and succeed. Integrity and Fairness Being fair and showing integrity is an important part of being a leader. Faculty and staff in the school system like to feel that are being valued and supported. The National Association of Secondary School Principals’   code of ethical conduct for school leaders   states education leaders must be committed to helping every student succeed “by acting with integrity, fairness and in an ethical ( Ethical leadership in education: TIPS and resources 2021). As a leader, I will always make sure that all my students as well as my faculty and staff feel valued. I will listen to all sides before making any major decisions. I will be respectful to all parties that may be involved. I will present myself with respect at all times, and I will never use my authority for personal gain. Plans will be put into place to ensure that each student is being reached and our showing growth academically, emotionally, physically, and mentally. Model of Effective and Inspirational Leadership The leadership style that I have described will be both effective and inspirational because I am an encourager. I inspire my students and the people I work with on daily basis and when continue to do so as an educational leader. Inspirational leaders recognize the need to pick their moments carefully to reinforce a performance culture in a way that can also be inspiring ( How to be an inspiring leader 2017) . I get my blessings from blessing others. You never know what a 3
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