MMSTLC Session on Constructing a Model for Leadership

1. Constructing a ModelConstructing a Model
for Leadershipfor Leadership
Michigan Mathematics and
Science Teacher Leadership
Collaborative

2. Constructing a Model forConstructing a Model for
LeadershipLeadership
• Qualities of an Excellent Leader
• Roles of a Teacher Leader

3. Qualities of an ExcellentQualities of an Excellent
LeaderLeader
• THINK…about someone that you
consider an excellent and exceptional
leader
• PAIR…share what you wrote with a
partner at your table
• DISCUSS…as a group the qualities
of a leader and come up with a group
list or “picture” of an excellent leader

4. Qualities of an ExcellentQualities of an Excellent
LeaderLeader
• SHARE…with the group as a whole
from your list of qualities of a leader

5. Qualities of an ExcellentQualities of an Excellent
LeaderLeader

6. Qualities of an ExcellentQualities of an Excellent
LeaderLeader
• CONSIDER…that leadership is
something that can be learned
Looking at the qualities of leadership
through “ASK”
 Attitudes
 Skills
 Knowledge

7. Qualities of an ExcellentQualities of an Excellent
LeaderLeader
A – Attitude
Attitude is defined as “a way of looking at life; a way
of thinking, feeling or behaving.” Therefore, an attitude
is not just the way we think, but the way we
think, feel and do.
S – Skill
Skill is defined as the ability to do something well;
proficiency, facility, or dexterity that is acquired or
developed through training or experience.
K – Knowledge
Knowledge is defined as information in
mind; general awareness or possession of

8. • Revisit…our list of qualities through
the lens of ASK.
Qualities of an ExcellentQualities of an Excellent
LeaderLeader

9. “Leadership and learning
are indispensable to each other.”
John F. Kennedy

10. Roles of a Teacher SpecialistRoles of a Teacher Specialist
LeaderLeader
• Teacher leaders function in a variety of
roles depending on:
• Personal strengths and interests
• Needs within their building/district
• Collaboration with colleagues and
administration

11. Roles of Teacher LeadershipRoles of Teacher Leadership
Professional
Leadership
Professional
Leadership
Departmental
Leadership
Departmental
Leadership
Institutional
Leadership
Institutional
Leadership
Instructional
Leadership
Instructional
Leadership
Administrative
Leadership
Administrative
Leadership
Roles of
Teacher
Leader
Roles of
Teacher
Leader

12. Leadership RolesLeadership Roles
• Instructional Leadership
• Focusing on what is taught, how it’s taught, and how
it’s evaluated.
• Attending to science/mathematics instruction and
effectiveness.

13. • Institutional Leadership
• View the bigger picture.
• Participate as part of a larger team.
Leadership RolesLeadership Roles

14. • Departmental Leadership
• Think in terms of morale and communication.
• Motivate and support staff in mathematics/science
teaching.
Leadership RolesLeadership Roles

15. Leadership RolesLeadership Roles
• Professional Leadership
• On-going study of teaching and learning.
• Helping staff grow as professionals and growing
professionally.

16. Leadership RolesLeadership Roles
• Administrative Leadership
• Be an advocate.
• Provide the tools, climate, and funds needed for
instruction.

17. 1) Charts with Leadership Roles (2 sets) are in
this room and the reception space outside
this room.
2) Start with the chart that has the same
number and letter as are on the back of
your nametag.
3) With your group, brainstorm roles that
teacher leaders can assume that fit that
category.
4) On cue from the facilitator, move to the
next chart – review the list and add
additional ideas.
5) When you return to the chart you started
Gallery Walk & DiscussionGallery Walk & Discussion

18. Reflection