Reading Leadership
Can a teacher be a leader without being an administrator? What does being a leader in reading mean? In the article, The Many Faces of Leadership, Charlotte Daniels describes the changing face of leadership in our educational system and why teacher leadership is an idea whose time has arrived. When teachers realize their full potential, students realize their full potential.
Good leaders share the same qualities as good teachers. These leaders collaborate with others, are open to learning and have an asset based approach. Many teachers demonstrate their leadership by mentoring a colleague with responsive teaching in the area of Reading. Reading Leaders work to effect change within the classroom and beyond the classroom. What does this look like? Read on to learn about leadership styles and practical strategies to impact students' reading experiences.
Learn about different leadership styles. (Right click on to open in a new window/tab). Think about which style best reflects your leadership style! Which style would lead to the greatest impact on student learning in Reading?
What Does Leadership in Reading Look Like...
In the Classroom?
- daily time for reading; the Classroom teacher modelling a joy and passion for reading.
- choosing diverse and inclusive texts; honouring student choice & voice in texts
- a comprehensive literacy program with conferencing for learning goals and descriptive feedback
In the School?
- staying current with current instructional practice through book study with colleagues
- moderate in teams to determine consistent next steps and reading strategies
- share learning of collaborative inquiries at staff meetings
- reading buddies, school wide book club
In the Community?
*image taken from learnquebec.ca
- communicate with parents about reading strategies through Twitter, and blogging
- invite parents to read in their home languages at school
- mentor/collaborate with colleagues from across the system
- attend workshops & be open to board initiatives which will work for student needs
Ontario College of Teachers
Ethical Standards
Care
Respect
Trust
Integrity
These indicators are the ethical standards and the standards of practice as listed. The ethical standards and standards of practice are a interwoven in a tapestry of knowledge, skills and values that teachers demonstrate on a daily basis.
Standards of Practice
Commitment to Students and Student Learning
Professional KnowledgeProfessional Practice
Leadership in Learning Communities
Ongoing Professional Learning
Thank you for reading!
Questions? Reflections? Descriptive Feedback? Please contact Janet D'Silva
Twitter: @janetdsilva