Claim: I have become more confident in recognizing my ability to be a teacher leader among my colleagues.
Support: Google doc of Bogan Planning Committee meeting agenda.
Support: Google doc of Bogan Planning Committee meeting agenda.
In an effort to do my part as a teacher leader (and to step out of my comfort zone), I served on the Strategic Planning committee at Bogan Elementary (my building). It can be difficult to take on new roles in your first year at a building and it was a very busy year, however, it gave me the opportunity to get to know the staff at a deeper level and develop some strong professional relationships. As suggested by Tomlinson & Imbeau (2010) "People who engage in collaborative team learning are able to learn from one another, thus creating momentum to fuel continued improvement" (p. 27). As an educator I recognize the need to collaborate and plan with my team. Everyone has a part in creating an environment conducive for learning in our building. Serving on the strategic planning committee has strengthened my leadership skills and given me greater confidence in collaborating with other colleagues.
"The term teacher leadership refers to that set of skills demonstrated by teachers who continue to teach students but also have an influence that extends beyond their own classroom to others within their own school and elsewhere" (Danielson, 2006).
"The term teacher leadership refers to that set of skills demonstrated by teachers who continue to teach students but also have an influence that extends beyond their own classroom to others within their own school and elsewhere" (Danielson, 2006).
References
Tomlinson, C. A., & Imbeau, M. B. (2010). Leading and managing a differentiated classroom. Alexandria: Ascd.
Danielson, C. (2006). Teacher Leadership: That Strenghthens Professional Practice. Alexandria , VA, USA: ASCD.
Tomlinson, C. A., & Imbeau, M. B. (2010). Leading and managing a differentiated classroom. Alexandria: Ascd.
Danielson, C. (2006). Teacher Leadership: That Strenghthens Professional Practice. Alexandria , VA, USA: ASCD.