Men are over-represented among school leaders
Men are over-represented among school leaders According to the ATWD National Trends: Teacher Workforce publication, which provides insight into emerging national trends in the teacher workforce, men are overrepresented among school leaders, presenting a notable disparity in gender representation. In 2022, women comprised 76% of registered teachers, yet only 71% of senior leaders. From 2020 […]
Managing the Grown-Ups
Managing the Grown-Ups: The Rise in Responsibilities for our Educational Leaders The Australian Teacher Workforce Data (ATWD) provides insights into the median hours worked by senior and middle leaders. In 2022, these senior leaders worked 58 hours a week, or 153% of contracted hours. Meanwhile, middle leaders’ median hours worked were 52 or 137% of […]
Be You National Mental Health in Education Survey 2024
The Be You National Mental Health in Education Survey 2024 Culture, Well-being and Leadership are all connected! Peter Drucker rightfully says “Culture eats strategy for breakfast” The Be You National Mental Health in Education Survey 2024 reviews the educational wellbeing landscape and the impact of leadership and culture. Three key takeaways are below: Mentally healthy […]
Learning from Education Change-Makers: Innovators Leading the Way
Learning from Education Change-Makers: Innovators Leading the Way In an ever-evolving education landscape, remarkable leaders have stepped forward to drive meaningful change. These change-makers aren’t just challenging the status quo—they’re introducing fresh ideas and transformative approaches that are shaping the future of education. Their work creates a ripple effect, extending beyond individual schools and communities […]
Resumes for Educational Leaders – Address the Standards!
Resumes for Educational Leaders – Address the Standards! Recruiters review numerous resumes for prospective and current educational leaders in our schools, and nowadays, these applications are “rolling” throughout the year. Internationally, particularly in North America, it is now not uncommon to have executive leadership positions advertised up to 1.5 years in advance. I will discuss […]
More Than Just Appointing a Leader: Building a Strong Foundation for Leadership Success
More Than Just Appointing a Leader: Building a Strong Foundation for Leadership Success “It’s not just about finding a leader; it’s about preparing the school or organisation to support and empower them for long-term impact.” Leadership transitions are rarely straightforward. As we explored in a previous article, appointing the right leader is only one part […]
The Crucial Function of School Governance: Part 2 – Risks
The Crucial Function of School Governance: Part 2 – Risks The “Education Risk Report” for 2024, published by Ideagen, outlines several critical findings for schools and systems to consider; today, I will focus on governance and leadership challenges. Unfortunately, as its title suggests, the report mainly focuses on risk and issues. While there are undoubtedly […]
Navigating Unexpected Leadership Departures and Disruptions in Schools: Unpacking Complexities to Find the Right Leader
Navigating Unexpected Leadership Departures and Disruptions in Schools: Unpacking Complexities to Find the Right Leader Leadership transitions in schools can be challenging and, at times, uncomfortable to address, but they are essential discussions for ensuring long-term success. In some instances, a leader or even an entire leadership team may leave a school suddenly, creating a […]
The Crucial Function of School Governance Part 1 – Supporting the Principal
The Crucial Function of School Governance Part 1 – Supporting the Principal After navigating past the impressive imagery of smiling children flying across every school’s website nowadays, under the “About” tab, you will find links to either “Governance”, “School Governance”, or “Leadership and Governance”. From here, we are directed to a variety of terms like […]
The Power of Mentoring: Have You Engaged with a Mentor?
The Power of Mentoring: Have You Engaged with a Mentor? Mentorship is one of the most effective ways to develop leadership skills, especially in the education sector. Research consistently highlights the value of mentoring as a tool for professional growth. Mentoring is not simply about giving advice; it’s about building a relationship of trust that […]
