I would definitely fall into the “Democratic” Leadership style. I value shared decision making. As a leader, I would see my teachers as equals as well as part of my team. We would set goals together and develop a plan to work toward those goals. (Green, 2013, p. 31) From my years of teaching experience, I know that a top-down approach would not be well-received. This Democratic style involves teachers in decision-making and shows respect for their professional opinions. I would encourage group interaction, team work, and good communication.
I most identify with the “Distributive Leadership” Theory which states that “All members of the faculty should play a role in addressing decisions, especially if they have to implement them or will be held accountable for the outcome.” As a new leader, I would identify the strengths of the staff members. I would leverage their strengths for the betterment of the school. I would provide mentors, training, and resources to build up existing leaders and those who have an interest in becoming a leader. I would create a team of leaders to carry out tasks and help in reaching school goals. Running a school cannot be accomplished by any one person. There are many moving parts and I will show that I trust the staff members to be professional. I will verbalize and show that the teachers are valued. Every person who works at the school will know that they are contributing to the success of the school. Resource Green, R. (2013). Practicing the art of leadership: A problem-based approach to implementing the ISLLC standards (4th ed.). Upper Saddle River, N.J.: Merrill.
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