credit: Brian Tracy
I have worked under some amazing principals. In my five years as an AP, I worked under three very different, very lauded administrators, in three completely different environments. Looking back now, I am SO thankful for how different they all were, because I know I am even more prepared than your average bear, er, I mean, principal.
I’m a big note taker…so I have kept a list of the traits I felt made them so successful and hope to emulate this year. My top traits to focus on in year 1?
- servant leader- the boss who puts everyone else’s’ needs before their own, who is willing to do what it takes to make others feel successful
- big pictureR- one who sees the vision, who knows what they want the educational experience to be for their students
- willing- willing to dance, willing to be Batman, willing to let teachers try
- teacher friendly- someone who cares how decisions and changes affect teachers, not in the sense that they don’t make changes or tough decisions, but in that they care
- tradition minded- recognizes what it looks like to build a legacy and maintains traditions that matter to students, parents, & staff
- fun- from funny announcements, to jokes and stories in staff meetings, to running jokes with teachers from years ago
- confident- able to step in and handle all different situations, with purpose, with heart, with decisiveness
I hope to be that person too!
starting a new list,
Amber
Amber, it sounds like you have been blessed to work for some amazing leaders. Your post is inpiring, you can tell you are passionate and excited about leading. Best of luck.
I enjoyed reading your list. This is my first year as an administrator and hope to see at least half of your list…hopefully more.