From Instructional to Relational: Transforming School Leadership
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Summary:
Dr. Jim hosts Dr. Jill Oelslager, superintendent of the Burlington Area School District, discussing the creation of an ownership culture to combat teacher turnover. Jill shares her journey from a high school science teacher to superintendent, emphasizing the shift from instructional to relational leadership. They explore strategies like decentralizing decision-making, fostering peer-to-peer development, and instilling a culture of autonomy. Jill's focus on compassionate leadership and collaborative approaches has enabled the district to maintain a strong retention record despite financial challenges. Join for valuable insights on building high-performing teams through empowered leadership.
Key Takeaways:
- Embrace Relational Leadership: Prioritizing relational skills over technical expertise in leaders significantly improves staff retention and morale.
- Decentralize Decision-Making: Empowering team members at all levels fosters a culture of autonomy and ownership, enhancing efficiency and consistency.
- Cultivate Vulnerability and Trust: Leaders must be open, approachable, and willing to trust their teams, creating an environment conducive to growth and collaboration.
- Peer-to-Peer Development: Encourage collaboration among peers to build robust support systems and shared responsibility.
- Flexibility and Adaptation: Being adaptable and willing to listen to and incorporate feedback ensures the organization can meet diverse challenges effectively.
Chapters:
00:00
Decentralized Leadership for Retaining Teachers
02:36
Travel Preferences and Social Dynamics in Europe
03:59
Innovative Approaches to Student Programming in Burlington School District
08:10
Empowering Leadership and Distributed Decision-Making in Education
14:25
Empowering Principals Through Collaboration and Consistency
18:20
Empowering Teams Through Trust and Strategic Leadership
19:47
Distributing Leadership and Fostering Relationships in Lean School Districts
25:00
Cultivating Relational Leadership in Educational Organizations
30:07
Key Leadership Principles for Empowering Teams and Creating Leaders
33:53
Building Leaders Through Peer Development and Feedback
Connect with Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk
Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with Dr. Jill Oelslager: https://www.basd.k12.wi.us/, https://www.basd.k12.wi.us/faculty/joelslager/?from_faculty_listing=1&l=&u=
Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda
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Engaging Leadership Intro
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