The Beginning Principal: Lead Teacher and Educational Business Manager - Paperback

by William Sims (Author)

The Beginning Principal: Lead Teacher and Educational Business Manager presents a two-fold exploration of the modern principalship: where the roles of educational leadership and organizational management converge. This text offers insights into the dual responsibilities that define effective school leadership, emphasizing the necessity of excelling in both being the lead teacher and the educational business manager.

The book discusses several key facets of school operations and leadership, including curriculum design and implementation, the significance of a school's mission, vision, and goals, leadership styles suited for educational settings, faculty engagement, and student discipline. By exploring these elements, the book breaks down the structured approach required for principals to navigate and optimize the vast array of systems and operations within a school setting.

Ideal for courses in educational leadership and administration, The Beginning Principal is designed to assist both aspiring and new principals to step confidently into their roles and improve school efficiency.