Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Teacher? Administrator? What’s the Difference?

This is the first post to my blog since transitioning from being a “teacher” to an “administrator”.  If you have read my blog in the past you probably know I often use this space to self reflect on my own learning.  This may explain the long gap between posts, I wanted to try my position on for size for a few weeks first.  I have only been in my new role for a month, but have already realized the two have a great deal in common.


10 Things I Learned as a Teacher that will Help me as an Administrator

  • Organization leads to productivity
  • Having a plan in place each day will help with achieving your goals
  • The importance of  greeting children by name everyday
  • Whether you are in a classroom or around the school, being visible helps students stay connected and engaged
  • Collaboration leads to problem solving
  • Establishing positive relationships with parents is always worth the extra effort
  • Knowing the curriculum will help improve student achievement
  • Modeling is always an effective way to get others to buy in
  • Communication and transparency will earn you trust
  • Culture plays a crucial role in a learning community