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As a team leader, multi-classroom leader Jacqueline Smith sees progress with her team improved by how carefully she clarified her role to them from the start.
Set Clear Expectations for Support to Reach Goals
Principal Jeremy Baugh discusses the need to set a vision immediately, backed up with support to reach ambitious goals.
Protect Multi-Classroom Leaders’ Time to Lead
Principals must set the clear expectation that multi-classroom leaders (MCLs) will not get weighed down with extra duties, Principal Kelly Gwaltney says.
Personalize Approach to Teachers’ Challenges
Principal Michelle McVicker customizes the support she gives to multi-classroom leaders (MCLs), as they should customize for their teams.
Collaborate on the Process
Principal Jigna Patel says simple steps, such as allowing the leadership team to set meeting agendas, helps ensure that all student needs are met.
Collaborate with Leadership Team
Value the knowledge of those on the instructional leadership team in making decisions, Principal Jigna Patel says.
Provide Immediate Feedback to Instructional Leadership Team
Principal Toni Perry coaches her leadership team by sitting in on meetings and coaching conversations to offer immediate feedback.
Show, Don’t Tell, Leadership Strategies
For deeper understanding, Principal Toni Perry models the instructional leadership practices she expects multi-classroom leaders to use with their teams.
Create a Transparent Hiring Process for Teacher Buy-In
Principal Sarah Reeves explains her extensive hiring process that helps ensure a cohesive, committed staff from the start.
Ensure Time to Plan Together
Principal Sarah Reeves stresses the need for ample co-planning time to improve lesson quality.
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