Chicago Leadership Collaborative – Pathway 2 (CLC P2)

In partnership with our preparation programs, CLC Pathway 2 offers an opportunity for aspiring school leaders to prepare for their future roles through a structured curriculum, in-role stretch assignments, and opportunities to observe, participate, and demonstrate leadership skills while fulfilling the ISBE (Illinois State Board of Education) internship program or administrator endorsement requirements.

Program Components:

  • Application of learned leadership skills in real-world situations
  • Foster growth and development through practical experience
  • Opportunities for participants to observe experienced school leaders in action
  • Reflection and discussion on observed leadership practices
  • Opportunities for participants to actively engage in leadership roles
  • Collaboration and teamwork in leadership projects
  • Guidance and support throughout the participatory experiences
  • Provide feedback and coaching to enhance leadership effectiveness
  • Alignment with ISBE internship program and administrator endorsement requirements
Eligibility– active CPS employee with at least 4 years teaching experience; – have an Illinois Professional Educator License AND be pursuing a Principal Endorsement*; – access to lead teacher teams in current school-based role; – desire and commitment to become a CPS assistant principal within the next 2-3 years; – approval of current principal (supervisor) to participate. * If you are not yet pursuing an endorsement, this pathway allows you the opportunity to participate if you apply and are selected for the endorsement program through National Louis University
ORGANIZATIONCPS – DPQ/School Leader Pipeline
DURATION~25 professional learning hours; plus 20 hours of 1:1 coaching (over the course of the school year Sept – May)
TIME COMMITMENT6-8 professional learning sessions and 6-8 coaching 1:1 sessions 3-4 triad meetings with participant, principal, and coach (over the course of the school year Sept – May) 4-6 hours per month (including 1:1 coaching sessions)
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March-April 2024

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