Authors: John C. Daresh, Gerald N. Tirozzi (Foreword by), Vincent Ferrandino
ISBN-13: 9781412926829, ISBN-10: 1412926823
Format: Paperback
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date Published: March 2006
Edition: 3rd Edition
John C. Daresh, Ph.D. is Professor of Educational Leadership and the Director of the Principal Preparation Program at the University of Texas, El Paso. A consultant for school districts, universities and state departments of education nationally and internationally, he also has more than 20 years of experience in higher education, holding both faculty and administrative positions. His extensive career in education began with working in public and private schools.
Filled with information and resources designed to help you survive your first year as principal, this book can help you become a strong and effective leader.
Acknowledgments | ||
About the Author | ||
Introduction | 1 | |
1 | Why This Book Is Important | 3 |
2 | A Framework for Understanding the Beginning Principalship | 8 |
Pt. I | Technical and Managerial Skills | 23 |
3 | A Personal Leadership Checklist | 25 |
4 | Expectations for Technical and Managerial Skills | 41 |
5 | Learning to Lead by Assisting | 56 |
Pt. II | Socialization | 69 |
6 | Others' Expectations | 71 |
7 | Learning Your School's Culture | 81 |
Pt. III | Self-Awareness | 93 |
8 | Reviewing Personal Values | 95 |
9 | Being a "Boss" | 106 |
10 | Building a Personal Timeline for Learning and Development | 114 |
11 | Building a Support System | 123 |
Suggested Readings | 135 |