Educational Leadership Course Analysis

Currently, I am not an employee of any learning organization, school district or educational system. However, I am involved and Chair the School Advisory Council (SAC) of Greenland Pines Elementary. This opportunity granted me a unique opportunity to observe the management of two different principals with their individual leadership styles. Furthermore, I contrasted my business practices from my own company and military service to coincide with this case study. The purpose of this paper is a comprehensive written outlining the processes presented by the educational leadership at Greenland Pines Elementary. With this in mind, we need to understand the concept of educational leadership.

This leadership course has taught me to the importance of leadership and what it means to be a leader. That leadership is something that is learned and developed over time. To set goals and encourage those who are involved in accomplishing the goal. Being a leader more than just having follower, but to have enthusiasm, courage, humility, and integrity. This course have also helped me understand how to not only apply leadership to my personal life but to the working atmosphere.

The California Standards for Educational Leaders (CPSELS) align the most closely with my own beliefs and opinions of what it means to have “great school leadership”. It is inherent within their standards that they have a strong commitment to cultural diversity and the use of technology as a powerful tool (CPSELS 2008). As a school administrator, I will strive to be an educational leader that promotes the success of all students, and I believe that this can be achieved by supporting and implementing the 6-standard system listed below.

Every person who enters the field of education has both the opportunity and an obligation to be a leader (Dufour, Marzano, 2011). Leadership defined by Owen (2002) is, “A journey of discovery. It is the expression of a person at his or her best whose aim is to transform something for the better and to develop this potential in others. It is not a solitary pursuit but one that harnesses the energy of those around you. Leadership is a process in which leaders and followers engage to achieve mutual goals. Prentice (2004) defines leadership as the accomplishment of a goal through the direction of human assistants. A great leader is one who can do so day after day, and year after year, in a wide variety of circumstances.

As a future administrator, the role of an instructional leader must be given first priority; teaching and learning must be top precedence on a daily basis. Setting clear goals, allocating resources to instruction, managing the curricula, monitoring lesson plans, evaluating teachers, and serving as resource provider are part of the responsibilities of an instructional leader. The instructional leader makes instructional quality the top priority of the school and attempts to bring that vision to realization. While I cannot neglect other administrative duties, teaching and learning will be the area where most of my time is

This paper explores numerous published articles discussing research on implications of different leadership techniques and effective school systems. Discussions of various leadership strategies and their real-world applications within school systems are implemented throughout this paper along with considerations of teacher retention and multiculturalism. Personal experience is also a key element of discussion in this paper. With all faculty and staff of school systems considered and being represented.

At the beginning of this course, I was curious as to how it would develop. The following is a reflection on how the course has impacted me in both learning, expectations as a new leader, and my everyday working life. I found that when I took the three leadership evaluation tools, the results were not far off from what I expected. These results made me feel positive about myself and the direction that I have intended on driving my career towards. These tools further identify where my weaknesses are as well as where my strengths lie. Although I find that this journey is frightening it has proven rewarding , as well as a diverse and complex trek.

Being an effective educational leader requires a complex set of knowledge, skills, and qualities. There is a temptation to think that the principal must know it all, be able to do it all, and be everything to everyone. While this is not possible, the effective educational leader must never stop acquiring knowledge; the principal must use that knowledge with a variety of skills to create the conditions for learning; and the effective educational leader must embody a diverse set of qualities so that his vision is inclusive and attainable. Effective educational leadership starts with a wide-ranging knowledge.

I graduated high school in 2015 at Bayless High School. One class that I remember the most in high school was my leadership class. I was not that outgoing during my high school years but when I took this class, I was able to participate in different activities. This class taught me to try new things and push me out of my comfort zones. I took two college courses when I was in high school, including psychology and sociology. I was glad that I took psychology in high school because I didn’t have to take it when I’m in college. I’m currently a junior in college, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I couldn’t participate in campus events much right now because I work a lot, it’s already hard for me to balance between school and work. When

After twenty-two years, I have some experiences and roles to show for the leadership skills I use today at home, school, and work. I gained these skills by putting the knowledge I took from these different environments and using them. The Psychodynamic Approach summed me up well as the leader I am. According to the survey, I am an INFP meaning I am an introvert, an intuitive, a feeler, and lastly a Perceiver. My type of leader is described as, “original, values focused, and caring. They work well when they can foster the well-being of others and help people achieve their fullest potential. They seek meaning and purpose in all they do. They offer authenticity and a spirit of harmony, loyalty, and compassion to the people and institutions

Bartoletti, J. & Connelly, G. (2013). Leadership matters. National Association of Secondary School Principals and National Association of Elementary School Principals. P. 2-12.

I took the class (NURS 350) around early in this year. The class was so interesting and informative for me. I could understand about what is effective leadership and what is my skills for being a good leader. I think the information that I learned through the class will be good in real practice further as a Registered Nurse. I hope you have good luck and achievement your further goal.

An effective educational leader has the requisite understanding of self in terms of his or her capabilities and limitations. The leader also knows what he stands for. The knowledge of the strengths that a person has a leader helps them come up with methods that build on their strengths and continually build on the weaknesses to be better leaders. A good educational leader shares his strengths with the followers and seeks the opinion of the followers on his or her weaknesses (Green, 2013). The educational leader can acknowledge help in the areas where he or she is not as

As Christoper Reeve (n.d.) once stated, “At first, dreams seem impossible, then improbable, and eventually…inevitable.” Helping students find a path of academic, social and emotional success that leads them to their dreams is ultimately most schools leaders’ goal. However, the traditional hierarchy form of leadership within the school structure is ever changing to meet the demands of our society and learners. Thus, the successful use of one leadership theory is arduous; there really is no right or wrong; just different perspectives.

In reflecting on the principles and insightful content learned in this course, my ideas on leadership have increased my awareness for active collaboration among my peers. I value the insight as well as new perspectives that various group members can provide throughout the academic year. As a classroom teacher, I realize the importance of an effective teacher leader. While I am not currently pursuing a degree in school leadership via administration, I value the many ideas mentioned throughout this course. My students deserve a good role model and an excellent teacher that will inspire and push them to reach their full potential. While increasing the capacity to grow through positive relationships, my goal is to become a servant leader by investing