Classroom and Program Leadership

The professional working with young children exhibits classroom and program leadership skills

Resources & Media for Understanding Competency 6.5

Behaviors & Skills

• a
  Contributes to a work culture that is inspiring and empowers initiative
  
  
• b
  Incorporates into practice, the knowledge of the difference between learning styles of adults and children
  
  
• c
  Understands curriculum and can effectively explain it to a variety of audiences
  
  
• d
  Articulates educational vision, mission and goals
  
  
• e
  Participates in the creation and regular review of program vision, mission and goals
  
  
• f
  Builds networks and teams to have a broad base of support and facilitate professional growth
  
  
• g
  Exhibits the oral and written skills required to communicate effectively with children, families and colleagues
  
  
• h
  Works to develop trust among children, families and colleagues
  
  
• i
  Builds supportive relationships with student teachers and teacher interns, providing them with meaningful feedback, sharing teaching responsibilities, and modeling best practices
  
  
• j
  Intentionally serves as a mentor and resource for others in the field