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How to Become A New Leader

While New Leaders are a very diverse group of individuals, they all have a few things in common.

These selection criteria, which are the basis for all admissions decisions, are what we seek in strong candidates. We encourage you to keep these criteria in mind as you complete your application.

Belief in the Potential of All Children to Excel Academically

Believe each and every child can excel academically

Take personal responsibility for ensuring high academic achievement for every child

Demonstrate the personal drive and commitment to eliminate the disparity of educational quality that exists

Commitment to Ongoing Learning

Seek feedback and reflect on experiences to grow and develop

Demonstrate humility and willingness to continually improve

Commit to the coaching and the development of adults

Communication and Listening

Possess written and verbal skills to communicate with clarity, conciseness, and appropriateness to multiple audiences

Demonstrate poise and professionalism in diverse situations

Listen actively

Interpersonal Skills

Build successful one-on-one relationships

Value each personÂ?s perspective and treat people with respect

Relate to adults and children: understand where they are coming from, what they need, and how to meet their needs

Diffuse anger and find common ground to move people towards solutions

Exhibit confidence and competence under pressure

Knowledge of Teaching and Learning
Identify exemplary teaching

Provide feedback and guidance to improve instructional strategies

Enable students to attain results despite significant challenges

Problem Solving

Work proactively to solve problems and reach effective solutions

Analyze and diagnose complex issues to develop strategic plan

Identify concrete outcomes as a way to evaluate results

Project Management to Deliver Results

Articulate a clear vision, set agenda, and implement goals

Select, prioritize, and communicate strategies effectively to reach goals

Balance day-to-day tasks and urgent needs with progress towards goals

Delegate decision-making and authority in responsible manner

Self-Awareness

Identify accurately personal strengths and areas for development

Demonstrate integrity by acting in a manner that consistently reflects stated values and beliefs

Understand how you are perceived by and impact others

Team Building

Collaborate effectively

Read group dynamics accurately

Mobilize adults to take action and hold them accountable for reaching common goals

Engage and empower others to take responsibility in decision-making to achieve results

Unyielding Focus on Goals and Results

Confront difficult situations head-on and implement diverse solutions to get results

Achieve results despite obstacles by demonstrating persistence, determination, and relentless drive

Exhibit resilience to persevere and overcome setbacks

Take personal responsibility for finding solutions when faced with challenges

Be decisive and hold people to core values when it counts

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