Chicago Leadership Collaborative – Pathway 1 (CLC P1)

CLC Pathway 1 is designed specific for teacher leaders ready to gain the understanding and experience of what it’s like to transition from teacher leader to school-wide leader, and to identify and nurture the essential knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics required for a successful transition into a leadership preparation program, ultimately leading to leadership roles in a CPS schools. 

Program Components:

  • Tailored Curriculum:
    • Understand leadership capabilities
    • Deepen understanding of school management practices
    • Strengthen ability to drive positive change
  • Learning Approach:
    • Blend of theoretical learning, practical application, and reflective exercises
    • Bridge the gap between current responsibilities and future leadership demands
  • Key Areas of Focus:
    • Instructional leadership
    • Data-driven decision making
    • Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
    • Fostering a culture of continuous improvement
  • Skill Development:
    • Leadership skills
    • Communication and interpersonal skills
    • Adaptability and resilience
    • Problem-solving and critical thinking
Eligibility– at least 3 years previous teaching experience; – some previous teacher leader experience; – access to lead teacher teams in current role; – review New Leaders – Emerging Leaders program description & materials; – approval of current principal (supervisor) to participate in yearlong program and impact change through leadership project
DURATION~15 professional learning hours; plus 10 hours of 1:1 coaching (over the course of the school year Sept – May)
TIME COMMITMENT7 professional learning sessions, and 7 coaching 1:1 sessions (over the course of the school year Sept – May) 3-5 hours per month (including 1:1 coaching sessions)
APPLICATION WINDOW

March – April 2024

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