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SECURING ACCOUNTABILITY
PROMOTING ACCOUNTABILITY
FOR SELF GROWTH
Aspiring VP
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Job shadowing during the PQP Practicum allowed for a better understanding of the leadership position. I did two observation practica. I shadowed a principal at an elementary school and three vice principals at a secondary school.
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Being the Principal Designate at my current school ensures further practical experience and accountability in a Leadership role.
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This allows me a better understanding of the scope of practice.
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Debriefing with the school principal presents opportunity for valuable discussion and real-life problem solving.
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John C. Maxwell Quotes. (n.d.). Quotes.net. Retrieved July 21, 2018, from https://www.quotes.net/quote/15511.
Attending Leadership Professional Development Opportunities
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Embracing opportunities for professional development within and beyond the school board indicates curiosity and the desire to continually improve. Learning should be shared with colleagues and school community whenever possible.
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Graduate degrees indicate life-long learning.
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The Principal Qualification Program allowed for professional learning and development, as well as presented opportunities to forge relationships and develop a community with other potential school leaders.
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Literature on Educational Leadership
* Under development. A Literature Review on leadership is taking shape.
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Conference presentations to colleagues support accountability and development in the field.
Peer-Reviewed publications support accountability and development in the field.
USING LEARNING TO TRANSITION TO VP
Leading by example - Walk the Talk
Taking advantage of opportunities for self-growth and "stepping up to the plate" allows for vital experience and solidifies the mindset for leadership.
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