After nearly 26 years in this field, I still feel like a novice. As a teacher, I always wondered if I was doing my best. I moved into administration and realized the work I had been so quick to evaluate as a teacher was even harder to do as an administrator. I've had the honor of serving in positions in many different levels and know that each has its benefits. Still, each of it has its struggles. We are conditioned to believe that great leaders aren't supposed to admit that. Well, I've never considered myself a great leader. You'd think after over 10 years in administration, I'd have it figured out. But, I don't. If I am entirely honest, I sometimes feel like I am playing the role of Chris Gardner in this clip. I've arrived to the interview in the wrong clothes and don't look the part of the position. "He said you're smart. I like to think so. And you want to learn this business? Yes sir, I want to learn this business. Ha...
Serious thought or consideration from an educator with varied experience: Leader, Learner, Educator. Former MS Principal, 2015 MS Principal for SAANYS/NASSP. Views are my own and evolve within these reflections and experiences as an administrator and Mom.