Instructional Leadership

With many current school administrators on the verge of retirement in the next ten years this is an excellent time to be considering this academic track. According to the US Department of Labor, job prospects should be good to excellent for the next decade, especially for administrators in preschools as well as colleges. In addition to related experience in the field you will need a master’s or doctoral degree for many administration positions and either degree in Instructional Leadership will help you meet your requirements.

Profession Development
The Instructional Leadership program provides critical development of the educational career professional. This track prepares you for the role of an administrator, such as the principal of an elementary school, where you will be responsible for the quality of teaching in your school as well as day to day operations. Through this degree, you will learn the analysis, communication, problem solving and critical thinking skills necessary to be a successful administrator. Issues such as computers and technology, ethics, team-building, and research methods in education are covered.

A More Rewarding Career
A master’s or doctoral degree in Instructional Leadership is an excellent step for those who want to make a valuable contribution to the education process but would rather hold a leadership position. With one of these degrees you open yourself up to many rewarding career opportunities in virtually every level of education. You would also be qualified for many positions in state and local government that might otherwise not be available to you.

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